A child does not need more toys and presents to know they're loved, and they certainly don't need more of them to have fun. Here's a case in point. Recently, our hot water went out, and there was a giant box that went with it of course. The plumber asked me if could dispose of the box. I told him I would just give it to the kids to play in and with. He stated that kids always enjoy the box and paper more than the toy. That's why I told him that we don't buy a lot of presents. They used that hot water heater box as a picture frame on one end, a slide when folded, a shower when standing up, and a house when they could climb in. Shocker, kids don't need a lot of high priced junk to have a good time!
Your child will know he is loved by how much time you spend with him, not by how many toys he gets. Your child will have more enjoyment with fewer toys and more boxes, strings, paper, etc. than with a boat load of breakable expensive gadgets. He will be able to use his imagination, and he loves it.
Therefore, take time to rethink about how you view gifts to your children and others. Spend wisely and don't go overboard. It'll reduce raising spoiled brats, and it'll help out the old pocketbook too. Say, when that hot water heater goes out or when that transmission goes down hill, you'll be glad you did.
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