is it traditional to buy the godparents a gift? im getting my 2 daughters christened and want to do everything perfect..thx guys..
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Actually, the gift that you are giving the godparents is your child. Traditionally, if anything happened to you and your spouse, the godparents would get your children, and your estate to be used in the raising of them.\n\nToday that often doesn't hold true. But you are still giving your child to these people, insomuch as you are holding them accountable for being a religous influence in your child's life. And, assuming they are not blood relatives, they now are mambers of the child's family.\n\nTraditionally, they give the child a gift, not the other way around.\n\nBut recently people have taken to giving everyone gifts: hostesses give guests a gift, a couple getting married gives a gift to every guest. I personally find the practice to be over-the-top, but if you choose to give a gift, keep it small and personal, and present it quietly before the service.\n\nIf you go to extremes and are the first in your generation to have a christening, then you are setting a standard which your relatives may feel bad about not living up to in the future.
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its fine to break tradition. i lost my son and didnt put up a Christmas tree for 2 years. just dont forget that your other children and her daughter are grieving too and they may need the tradition to a certain extent. i think requesting that only family is there is a great idea. let the boys cook the mothers day dinner for you at home. (as long as they are willing to clean too)as far as Christmas, the 10yo will need a Christmas as close to normal as possible. its hard, its something you wont forget of course, but it will get easier with time. i hope it all works out for you. email me if you need someone to talk to.
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you can have a godmother/father if you are christened, the are meant to guide you through life and be there if anything happens to your parents. i dont think there is such thing as a godsister/brother
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Actually, you might be suprised... for my First Communion, almost all I got was money.  I was actually DISAPPOINTED that no one got me anything (other than the money).  The only other thing was a kid's bible, that I ended up liking a lot.\n\nI'm just saying, I wouldn't rule out a religious gift.
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A nice thing would be to ask the advice of her parents. it shows respect and what the family values. Find out what they think is approprite. Ask them to keep it a secret but they will appreciate that you asked because the girl is young and under their care. Get a few ideas from them then pick one. If you want to give an additional gift or something of your own idea...ask them what they think. "Would you mind if i gave her a bracelet or stuffed animal etc"? then you are free to give but have checked in with them.
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YES,  I would like to say welcome into the family.  I have been water baptized years ago, but I have been speaking in my heavenly language for a few years now.  It is the one true way you can talk to God and no one else knows what you are saying but Him.  It is your inter most thoughts and feelings about your wants, needs and desires.  Make it a point to do so everyday to stay connected to Him in a special way.
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As long as there are no blood ties, there is nothing wrong with it. "Godparents" only means something in the church, not the real world.
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Greek are you? I believe everyone, Christians included have become more and more of this world instead of trying to keep themselves in touch with God or their loved ones. How many of us only see our families (extended) once or twice a year. When I was a child my father and my uncle spent a great deal of time together and his 3 boys and I and my 2 sisters would play and have a great time. Today I live 30 miles from 1 sister and only see her a couple of times a year. I think God intended us to spend more time cultivating our relationship with Him and with our family and instead we cultivate our wallets. When do we take our families back and leave the worldly things to the world to handle?
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The most beautiful gift you can give your children is yourself.  I know presents are important to them.  For financial help I would seek a church, the Salvation Army.  I know some stores in my area put up Christmas trees with wishes on them for children.  A customer takes the wish and buys the gift.  Sometimes schools send home lists of needy families.  Check these things out before it's too late.
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It should be available to the same people you allow to marry (or baptize, or whatever religious ceremonies you provide in that line) in the church.  The best deal I saw when setting up my sister's wedding was the space provided, tea and coffee provided.  Guests supply the food.  No alcohol, rude pictures or items, appropriate music, etc..  Keep it inline with your church's beliefs.  If your god would frown on it; don't allow it.  If your god would smile on it; go for it!
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This will sound old fashioned, but it is true.  Why buy the cow when the milk is free?\nSetting a very poor example for your children.  Would you want your daughter in a relationship like this? Wouldn't you think that after presenting him with 3 children that he was a jerk if he hadn't married her yet?\nIt has been my experience that if a woman wants to be married, she will be married.\nThis young woman I knew got pregnant, and the young man wasn't ready to marry.  She told him that whatever name she had when the baby was born, that would be the name given to the child.  They were married, though their circumstances, financially aren't all that.\nYour man is selfish and disrespectful not only to you but to your children.  \nYou might ask yourself what is your spiritual relationship? If you are Christians, know that living together without benefit of marriage is wrong.\nI saw this email that had a bulletin board...might give you something to think about. Nice wedding, now how about inviting me to the marriage - God\nA big wedding is a waste of financial resources that should be dedicated to raising your children.  I agree with a poster before me that said, a private ceremony, with a pastor/priest.  Then, if you must, have a party, inviting your friends and your family.  I am sure your mother, but especially your father, has grown some extra grey hairs due to this relationship!\nUnless you take a stand, no he will not marry you.
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This year my bf and I are trying something new. NO GIFTS. No one gets anything. We do send out homemade cards with personal notes in each card.\n\nWe are trying to get out of the extreme holiday behavior this world is coming to. We shouldn't have Christmas stuff for sale in all the stores before Thanksgiving and have to spend so much money on gifts for everyone. Gifts should be homemade and well thought out. We are trying to do what we can to change our families and teach them that we dont need gifts, we just want love and quality family time during the holidays!!\n\nIs it me or did I just go way off track on that answer? ;-)
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Hello precious little sister Brown sugar.. :)\n\nYes, God change their hearts..my sister who lied to a Judge about me, when I tried to adopt my little grandaughter..said she would NEVER forgive me (she had raised my sweet little grandaughter since she was born, she is 5 now)..She wanted me to give up my daughters parental rights, so she could adopt her (my daughter suffered a brain injury due to a car accident and has the mental age of 8-10 years old, I am her guardian).\n\nI went home and prayed for my sister..I told God I loved her, I asked Our Heavenly Father to bless her and her loved ones..God spoke to my heart to go and see my sister so I did..She said she was sorry and that she had felt someone was praying for her..I told her that she can adopt my grandaughter..we hugged and we have been great friends ever since..Glory..Alleluia..\n\nIn Jesus Most Precious Name..\nWith Love..your sister..In Christ..
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go to thecatholicgiftstore.com  they should have something.  i know what you're looking for.... you can also try your local organization of the Two Hearts.
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SILVER. It's an old tradition that has been in my family (French Catholic) for years. When my fourth brother was born his godmother gave to him on his baptism a huge hunk of SILVER! It wasn't just a silver coin but a huge hunk of melted silver. It's a neat thing that is quite tactile and fun to hold in your hands.\n  Myself I've given silver on occasions for others as well. For instance my nephew received a drawing from me in silver-point. I'm an artist and I drew a picture of three baby animals in sterling silver. He's in his late twenties now and it is considered as valuable as my brothers Huge Hunk Of Silver.\n   Whatever gift you give is good but from what I've learn-ed from my grandmother is that a gift of silver is traditional. \n  Congratulations on your new found position as a Godmother. It's a wonderful title to hold, and God bless you and the Baptism to come.
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Have you talked to your local Mothers of Multiples/Mothers of Twiins Club?  I know that our club has a charity fund.  I'm not from the Boston area so I don't have any specifics.  Also, remember that at 2 years old they won't fully appreciate Christmas gifts.  My cousins kids always end up just playing with the boxes and gift wrap!\n\nGood luck from a mom of 10 month old twins!
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We are in the same position. I try to do this every year. You can walk around the tree and pick boy or girl, child or adult. We usually pick a child and an adult, because I try to picture myself in the adults position if I were suddenly without my mate. I look to see what they have on their wish list and pick those that we feel we can afford to get what they ask for. I don't think there is a min. or max., but it is important to get what is on the list or close to it. Again, just imagine yourself as the recipient. Do unto others as you would have others do to you. Then we wrap it and put the tag provided on it. We try to include a card from our family, wishing them comfort and joy and Gods' blessing on their family.\n\nI hope you find a way to do it this year, it really is a blessing for you and them.