Hey everyone, Cowabelle here.
OK, so first off, I think I ought to apologize. For what? For being wrong about what makes Christmas so special. Remember how I’ve been saying that it’s all about the presents? That all I want is…well…everything?
I was so wrong.
When I got home from school today, I had a HUGE fight with my mom. Mom basically told me that I was going to help her volunteer in the soup kitchen tonight, but I said “absolutely not!” I DID have plans. I was going to go back to the Curio Shop and show Sparky which rare theme I liked best. My mom FREAKED out and said that I’ve been spending every waking minute at a store or looking at catalogues and magazines, or talking about gifts or making my list.
Which, now that I think about it, might be true.
But at the time, I was mad. SO mad. I told my mom that I just wanted to have a good Christmas, and I was into the holiday spirit. She said that if I thought being greedy was part of the holiday, she felt bad for me – and she felt like she hadn’t taught me anything about being a selfless individual.
So I did what I usually do when I’m SUPER mad. I stormed out. I didn’t even remember my hat. I walked around the block a few times to try and cool down. On my third time around the block, I saw this family of Singoz. They were headed into town. I couldn’t help but notice how lightly they were dressed. It was COLD out there (ask my frostbitten ears), and they were wearing light spring jackets. They didn’t even have boots on. The mom and dad were holding their children’s hands, and singing carols. Singoz have such beautiful voices that I couldn’t help but follow them.
Right to the soup kitchen.
The dad held the door open for me as I walked in. He asked if I wanted to get my meal first. Something inside of me felt like crying. Instead, I just said “No, thank you, I’m here to volunteer.”
You should’ve seen my mom’s face when I walked behind the counter and put on an apron and a hairnet. She really did shed a few tears, I’ll tell you.
Anyway, I worked for three hours serving dinner. It went by SO fast. And know what? It was absolutely wonderful. I had a great time. I served kids and grownups, old Webkinz and young. And at the end of the night, we all sang carols with the Singoz family.
As I walked home under the starry sky with my mom, I realized: Christmas isn’t about gifts. It’s not about stuff. It’s about being together with those that you love. Your friends and family make Christmas special. I also decided something else: I’m going to help Ms. Birdy gather toys for the toy drive. I’m also going to donate all of my old toys. It’s about time Cowabelle started getting into the REAL spirit of Christmas.
Starting right now.
OMG I didn’t even know there even was a soup kitchen! :0 I thought everyone in Webkinz World was fine with everything and they didn’t worry about that stuff. At least it made a touching little story.
~PrincessLunaIsDaBomb
Now that is what the Holidays are all about.I was so touch when she “No I’m here to volunteer.It touch my heart.Anyway this Christmas I will be doing a couple of fundraisers for a hospital and even though it will be pretty rough(I’m in the city) I’ll try my best.Though I would be really grateful for some extra fundraiser ideas.Anyway,HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!!! : )
Good job Cowabelle. I’m glad you finally realized that you were being to greedy!
^-^Cinderpelt^-^
You brought tears to my eyes Cowabelle! I had a hard time reading the rest of your story. So glad you finally figured out the true meaning and spirit of Christmas.
Me, too.
~catluv………. luv the cats!~
now i didn’t see it but i heard rumors of cowablle’s list of items she wanted and that was just plain nuts. now she sees the real reason of Christmas. now she might not want the items she wanted but lets not get are hopes up. merry Christmas everyone!
All I have to say is… Wow.
YAY! you finally realized what christmas is about cowabelle i am happy for you!
lillyluvie will you be my friend? my username is 1214neohorselove if you agree
[Sniff] That is SO nice of you Cowabelle! P.S. How can I friend YOU on webkinz world?????
Ur right, posehorse. this was really nice. If u want 2 friend Cowabelle, go on2 ur phone and press ADD. It will take u 2 this app like thing. U put the person’s name in the blank spot ________, Then u press add. It may take a while 4 them 2 get back, cause I asked someone, I think it was her, and they still haven’t got-10 back with me. :*( Oh well!
Good for you Cowabelle! Keep it up!
I’m reading it right now! :lol: :mrgreen: ;-) :-) :roll:
I can’t believe she going to not be greedy! I’m proud of you Cowabelle! That’s nice of you to help! I can feel the love in kinzville! It is hotter than the sun! We don’t have a homeless place, but I wish we did! :lol: :mrgreen: ;-) :-) :roll:
Cowabelle, are you also going to accept Roberta’s gift nicely? I hope so.
YAY!!! You found your x-mas spirit!!! I’m so glad!!
~harrypotterrocks~
Sure, Cowabelle is right, Christmas isn’t about being greedy and it’s about being with those you love and helping people.
:cry: Oh, Cowabelle. I’m really glad that you figured out the real meaning of Christmas. It isn’t just about the gifts, its about giving to others. Every year I collect food for the food shelf and bring it to my school to donate to others. Its a nice feeling…. knowing that you made someone’s Christmas special. I just think that everyone should be happy on Christmas. ;)
*Luv from LillyLuvie*
One year, Boston ROCKs and Kodiak got into a terrible fight before Christmas. We were all mad, because I didn’t want to pick sides. We ended up ignoring each other for the two weeks. I was so lonely, I couldn’t bear it. Then, Kodiak’s dog ran away. I finally made the two get in a room with each other to talk it out after four days of the dog missing. And two days later, on Christmas day when we were treating each other normally, the dog came home. Love brings one home. :cry:
Exactly, LillyLuvie! It’s about giving, not receiving. ;) ~*Dawn*~
i agree Cowabell Christmas is the time of GIVING you did great getting over that whole presents thing.
*peace, love,(Christmas spirit),and turtles*
P.S. i feel bad for those poor zingoz and all the other poor webkinz.
sarahandlacey: I love what you said. “I can feel the love in kinzville! It is hotter than the sun!” Priceless. Thank goodness the Christmas spirit has awoken in Cowabelle. Merry Christmas EVERYONE.
I CAN’T BELIEVE IT’S 5 DAYS UNTIL CHRISTMAS! im SO excited! =-D HAPPY HOLIDAYS!(GREAT, COWABELLE!)
Crazy gal :mrgreen:
Great Cowabelle! Good thing you saw those singoz!
I felt bad for the singoz,and again good job! :grin:
i’m so proud of you cowabelle!! :cry: i feel so bad for that family they were so sweet! :cry: i almost cried as i read this but i am so happy!!! :D :D :D
I am so happy Cowabelle finally has Christmas spirit :!: Speaking of donating food, my class alone brought in 365 cans for a food drive :!: :D
Happy Holidays :!: -Serene :mrgreen:
Aww, I’m glad you finally get the message, Cowabelle! That was so sweet of you to help! :) ~*Dawn*~