MP3 players. Yeesh. How many of them are there? Rachel wants one for Christmas. I want to get her one. But dang me. They certainly don't fit into a single income. And is iPod really the best? Or would I just be paying for a brand? I have been looking into them, EBay, retail stores, online tech shops...I have seen those that hold and have the same capabilities as iPod/shuffle, but are they good? Are they going to provide what she wants out of it for the price? I need some help on this one. Any MP3 guru's out there that can help me? It seems like a huge thing for an eleven year old, but yet if I remember back to being her age, it would have been my desire, too.
The iDog. What a cute little thing. It is way tinier than I ever thought (or what they show on commercials) But I think that is definitly do-able. And what a cool thing to go with the MP3 player. iPod or other.
Clothes. Ugh. It is hard to find "young girl" clothes that don't say "Hey! Boy! Look at my new boobs!" Why can't they make modest junior girl stuff? I want Rachel to stay in her time zone ya know? I don't think it appropriate for her to be wearing tops that show cleavage or hug or reveal her mid section. She is only eleven! But she is built like I was, and I can't find modest clothing unless I hit the misses section. Like she is going to wear a button down cardigan with flower appliques on it? Right...so I keep searching. I think I now know why my Adoptive Mom "made" my clothes. I can't say as I like her idea of Holly Hobby bell bottoms and shiny polyester shirts, but I can understand her frustration.
CD's and DVD's. These are way to easy. And I have actually accomplished a couple of them.
Money. While I understand the independent feeling of having your own and being able to shop or save, I loved waking up Christmas morning to presents under the tree. Big ones, small ones and those inbetween. I know she is going to get gift cards and such from others, but it just doesn't seem like a great idea from the Mom. Maybe a small one...I don't know.
I miss the days of Rachel wanting a baby doll and all the accessories, roller skates and a new bike. Her tastes are changing. I try to make up for the fact, albeit in a small way, that her dad doesn't share or take part in the holidays with her. Last Christmas, he didn't even make a phone call. I don't want her to feel like something is lacking because of it. While I know I can't replace that relationship or the feelings instilled by a positive one, I hope when she is older, she realizes that her puzzle was complete with missing pieces and all. I don't mean to sound that I make up for it with buying "stuff", that isn't the case and Rachel is very appreciative and thankful for whatever Santa leaves under the tree. She isn't a "I get everything I want" kind of kid. And I don't want to use an excuse of being a single parent, for not providing all the love that would be a part of a Mom and Dad household. I guess I just want her to look back someday, on her childhood, and see it as full and whole with no wondering of what it could have been, otherwise.
Christmas decorations are calling my name out in the shed. Have a great weekend...
4 comments:
Hi sis. Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know I'm still alive. How exciting Christmas must be when you have a child. I'm looking forward to many Christmas mornings once lil Matthew gets here. I'm already telling myself not to overspend but those precious little eyes can hypnotize you. lol! I understand about the junior outfits. It's nearly impossible for young girls to find age appropriate clothing. It's as if the world doesn't have enough women in it so they start recruiting young girls early. It's scary. I don't know much about MP3's but I will say that I personally think an Ipod is a bit much for an 11 year old. Depending on just how much music she listens to, I'd keep it at or around $100-$150, if that much. That should be good and plenty for a child her age with no job. lol! I'd walk into Best Buy, tell them who you're shopping for and what price range you're trying to stay in. They should be able to point you in the right direction.
Happy Holidays!
I am thinking that iPod is a bit much myself. A regular MP3 player should do just fine. Besides, I am not going to upgrade everytime something goes funky with it. Rachel likes video games too, such an electronic age...
Thanks for coming by Melissa, missed you! I am glad you are doing ok. Christmas is exciting when you can watch your baby's face smile and light up in wonder. It is never the same once you experience it.
I'll check out Best Buy. We have one that opened here quite a few months back and I still haven't gone in there!
I have an MP3 player from Creative. It's okay. I only use it when I'm working out. I think I would have tried to find one with more features than this one, but I just had to have one.
I will check that one out. Thank Tech. I am not sure as to how may features she needs, but I would like to get the best for the money.
Post a Comment