By: The Return of the Eye Staff
December 18, 2024
“Gifts, gifts, gifts!”
Contrary to the Grinch’s philosophy, Christmas is about giving, not receiving (or stealing). This season is about giving love, joy, hope, and gifts to family and friends. Of course, it is okay and encouraged to watch Christmas movies, listen to Christmas music, and bake Christmas cookies, but we all know that this time of year is about providing others with happiness, hence the season of giving.
For the final article of 2024, each journalist provided a picture of their current Christmas tree and recalled the best gift they have ever given or received.
*Summer: “I would say the best gift I have ever given was in fifth grade. I made both of my favorite teachers a gift basket with their favorite dessert, of course, it was all homemade, so they enjoyed it more. The gift also included two of their favorite candies, school supplies, and a $20 gift card to their favorite place. Honestly, to see their faces light up when they received it is something that I will treasure forever.”
*Jacob: “The best gift I have ever received was probably an Xbox One when I was about nine-years-old. This was my first gaming console, and I also got games such as NBA 2K, MLB The Show, and Minecraft. Whenever my half-brother came over, we would always play on the Xbox, and it was a lot of fun. Eventually, I grew out of it and started playing less and less, but I will forever remember the first console I got.”
*Ben: “The best gift I’ve ever received was an Xbox 360 that I used to play with my brother, even though we couldn’t get wifi connected to it. We had two games, and we played the Minecraft Tutorial World about three dozen times. It supplied us with hours of entertainment during the Summer and Winter months. On many occasions, friends came over to play it, and many memories were made.”
*Collin: “The best gift I’ve received is a Playstation 5. I got it last year and didn’t expect my parents to get it for me, but it has provided me with many fun nights to play with my friends. They also bought me plenty of sports games to go along with the console. It still works perfectly, and I’m so grateful to have it.”
*Caydin: “I’d say the best gift I’ve ever received would be a Nintendo 3DS from my mom. I was a big Nintendo fan when I was younger, so I asked my mom for a 3DS to play Nintendo games on the go. I had it for years before having to get rid of it since it stopped working, and I was super sad when it broke. I still enjoy playing Nintendo games, and I believe the 3DS is why I still enjoy it.”
*Rayna: “The best gift I have ever given was a themed watch. I gave the watch to one of my favorite teachers this year. I was so excited to give it to her because I knew she would love it, and I knew how happy it would make her. It was the best moment to see her face light up with near-tears.”
*Justin: “The best gift I ever received was way back when I first got my PlayStation 4. The reason that this was the best gift was because of how long it lasted. It was the only thing I asked for, and I was so surprised when I got it. That unit provided me many nights of playing for multiple hours straight until the sun started to rise. I have a Playstation 5 now, so I don’t use the PS4, but it still works in case I ever wanted to go back to where it all started.”
*Madison: “My favorite gift I have ever received was from when I was younger, the Barbie Dream House. I remember this being my favorite gift because I begged for it before Christmas. It also reminds me of a lot of memories with my sister. Even though I no longer play with Barbies, it still sits in my basement.”
*Aiden: “Definitely my huge Monster trucks I got at age five! I will never forget when my older brother and I put holes in the wall because of how serious our games got. I remember the times like it was yesterday when my mom would hide them from me because I was so loud. I still have them and can’t wait to tell more stories about them when I get older.”
*Nicolle: “I would say the best gift I’ve ever received is my car from both of my parents. It was originally my mom’s car, but she ended up buying a new one. I am extremely grateful that my parents trusted me enough to give me my own car. I love it so much! Thank you, mom and dad!”
It seems that gaming systems are the highlights of gifts. What is the best gift that you have ever given or received? Please share them in the Leave a comment section below.
Whether it’s a Red Ryder Carbine-action 200-shot Range Model Air Rifle, a leg lamp, a bowling ball, or a simple pair of socks, gifts make others happy in the present and nostalgic in the future. This Christmas, be a giver.
Merry Christmas, everyone! 🎄🎁
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