Happy Holidays to All!

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Happy Holidays everyone! My name is Rebecca, and this is, I believe, my third year as a mod here. I'm 34 from New York, and a full time student working towards becoming a High School English Teacher. No "sob story" here - I have a supportive family who I thank my lucky stars for everyday.

1. Holiday Cards - I love getting them every year! It's always nice to have a little surprise in the mailbox. 

2. Giftcards - My top 3 are Starbucks - I spend a ton of time there studying and doing schoolwork, and it's almost obscene how much I wind up spending there. Regal Cinemas - pretty much the only thing I ever do out is go to the movies - I love it. Target - who doesn't love Target? You have way of going in for toothpaste and coming out with $75 worth of merchandise. It's magic. 

3. Amazon Wishlist - not much there as I've really cut down on what movies I want/need. Used is fine! 

4. Lush Products - any Lush products would be lovely. I love the stuff, but it gets a bit pricey. Any organic/homemade soaps are fine. 

5. Stuffed Animals- I am a total child at heart. I love stuffed animals, and will take any! 

6. Be Kind to Retail Workers - Be kind to all those retail workers out there - this time of year gets insane. Remember, they're stressed too! And whenever you can, try to praise instead of complain. I often go on the website of whatever company I received good service from and let them know - people are so quick to complain, much less likely to say nice things. And please, put the phone down when you are talking to them!

7. Reusable Bags - Could always use more! I try not to ever use plastic bags if I can help it (and I really hope people out there do the same - there is way too much plastic waste in this world)

8. Non-Perishable Food Stuff - Not for me, for my best friend who has been living in my car since April. He is out of work, broke and I try to help him as much as I can, but I'm not working myself. He'll pretty much eat anything - he's not picky. 

9. Good Thoughts for Said Friend - Whatever is wrong with my life, I know I have a family that will always support me - he does not. Just cross your fingers, say a prayer - or offer advice about assistance for him, or job advice, etc. He needs to get out of this situation. 

10. Surprise Me! AKA I can't think of a 10th wish lol.

Thanks so much to anyone who either can fulfill a wish or even just read this far! 

I hope everyone has a Happy Holiday Season! :) 

Rebecca Parker
88-23 238th Street
Bellerose, NY 11426

Comments

[acidquill.livejournal.com]

#1 is on its way :)

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thanks :)

[southernndolll.livejournal.com]

sending good thought to your friend and a card.

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thanks! :)

[annabtg.livejournal.com]

You can be sure I'll do #6. :) It's a lovely wish.

I'll also send you a card, and try to start using reusable bags more. :)

Wishing all the best to your friend, and to you for the holidays!

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thanks so much! :)

[barrelofrain.livejournal.com]

#6 - I worked in retail for a long time, and emails praising the employees were few and far between. Also, they usually have to get filtered through the corporate website, which often means they get CC'd to the district manager, not just whoever the supervisor on duty that day. I love to send letters of praise. Recently, a manager wrote me back and said that ze was going to buy that employee lunch!

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Absolutely - saying something nice is all well and good, but it's better for the praise to have a paper trail :)

[memoryanddream.livejournal.com]

Sending a card your way! Have a beautiful holiday season! :)

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thanks so much! :)

[always-bryn.livejournal.com]

Sending stuff and thinking good thoughts for your friend. :( I don't know what programs are in place near you but if you go to your public library there is usually a brochure on county/state programs that help people in various situations. It might be a start.

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thank you so much - the public library is always a good place to start, and he spends a lot of time there anyway :)

[faerierhona.livejournal.com]

I will think of your friend when I light my candles tonight

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thank you so much!

[faerierhona.livejournal.com]

Very welcome - I hope things get better for him

[blackballoon.livejournal.com]

Expect a card from me! :D And I really hope things look up for your friend.

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thanks! I hope so too!

[thumbelinablues.livejournal.com]

I am sending a surprise for you and your friend! You're both in my thoughts. Watch your mailbox. :-)

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thanks so much, that's very sweet!

[thumbelinablues.livejournal.com]

Funny you should say that... ::cackle::

[noodles101.livejournal.com]

Sending a card.

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

Thank you so much!

[momomom.livejournal.com]

Thank you for being a mod for this amazing community.

[outoftime.livejournal.com]

I'm just a co-mod, but it's my pleasure :) It's nice to have a part in something so wonderful!