Can  a mother be more proud of her children?  Christmas was a bit different  this year...but in a very good way! As I reflect on this past year it  has taught me many hard lessons and sad truths. However, let me share  with you a gift that I received from my children. It  was not wrapped nor could it be. It was not placed in an elaborate gift  bag, there were no bows, glimmering ribbon, nor tissue paper. This gift  could not be placed under our tree rather it was gently set deep in my  heart by the loving hands  of our children. Their GENUINE CONTENTMENT was more than I could have  ever asked for. I could see it in their eyes, and feel it from their  hearts. I will never forget this Christmas. There was nothing material  for me under our Christmas tree yet,  I cannot remember ever receiving a  greater gift. ~ A Proud Mother I am