The Christmas Pledge

Photo: Melva and Dick Henthorn, Newport News, VA, June 1967)

Believing in the beauty and simplicity of Christmas, I commit to the following:

1. To remember those people who truly need my gifts.


2. To express my love for family and friends in more direct ways than presents.


3. To rededicate myself to the spiritual growth of my family.


4. To examine my holiday activities in light of the true spirit of Christmas.


5. To initiate one act of peacemaking within my circle of family and friends.

(From Unplug the Christmas Machine found in Instant Health and Happiness Boosters by M.J. Ryan, 11 December)