The Gift of Experience

“More Bang for your Buck!”

“Times are Tough.”

“These days, it’s more important than ever to . . .”

A season associated with extravagant spending collides with circumstances that challenge consumer values. How might we creatively respond—can we find ways to both give and live? This month we can explore gifting others with memorable experiences. Some possibilities include:

• Strolling through or driving by holiday light displays
• Belting out holiday songs (off key, if we like!) while driving or walking
• Creating “gift cards” that begin with the words “I hope you for . . .” followed by a personal greeting or that begin with the words “I value in you . . .” followed by words of regard
• Together attending a free holiday concert, event, or worship service, or treating someone to a film, to a dance or theater production or to something else that nourishes and delights.

Do you have other ideas for sharing the gift of experience? We’d love to read them!