spent together could create memories that lasted much longer than an ordinary gift.
The family had not eliminated generosity. They had found a different way to express it.
- Christmas Morning Felt Different—in a Good Way
Before Christmas arrived, the woman had worried that the absence of adult presents would make the room feel strangely empty.
In previous years, gifts had covered much of the space beneath the tree. There were packages of different sizes, bags filled with smaller items, and presents that everyone took turns opening.
She wondered whether the
