"the reason for the season"

No, I'm not talking about Jesus. Not exactly anyway. But, I am talking about the bigger, better way to celebrate. Owen is almost 3 months old-he will never remember this years' Christmas. He does not need toys. When people ask "what does Owen want from Santa?" I say, "nothing." Because for 1, I don't think spoiling my child is how you show love, 2 he has no clue it's christmas time, and 3 I don't want my house full of pointless toys. I said this before I even got pregnant. People told me I'd change my mind...guess what? I feel even more strongly about this than ever. But now, not only does my 3 month old need nothing (other than milk and love)...when he's older I already have new traditions in mind. Traditions that will celebrate more than getting gifts or wanting "things." I want to donate, volunteer for those in need, and I want to limit the materialistic wants. (I feel old to say this but,) too many kids these days are too self involved and spoiled. I will buy my child toys...I'm not evil. I just want to LIMIT the toys. I read a blog post that I came on Facebook. The writer does a 3 gift limit with her kids. Something they want, something to wear, and something they need. I think I'll add something to read and a gift from Santa, and still do stocking stuffers. He will still get gifts from grandparents, aunts, and uncles. He'll have gifts...he won't be neglected. My mom thinks I'm crazy.