Xmas time

It's been a while.. Over the years, we've gone from getting the kids multiple presents to none at all. Last year, I was in a "cannot accomodate one more non-consumable in this house" mood. We bargained with the kids (now that S is off the Santa's sled) that I would contribute to their account instead of useless gifts. We bought some toys to give to toys for tots and felt good all around.
This year, early on, A wised up and said -Amma, btw, I want gifts this year. Of course now they are specific about what they want. They know ps2 games etc are ootq (out of the question).. so, they come by with pictures or dvr images of what they want.
At least there will be something under our tree this year to complete the picture.