As generous persons, we sometimes get carried away with gift-buying and giving. Strolling through stores this time of year may lead to numerous thoughts of "that would be just perfect for Uncle Schmo and Aunt Hortense." Truthfully, most of us don't need another pair of mule-hair socks or one more electric tie. Our junk drawers are full of one-of-a-kind gadgets that were supposed to make life a breeze, but failed to deliver on their promises. While there is nothing wrong with

Fred sat in the support group meeting, tears running down both cheeks. After composing himself, he began to speak, "She was my whole world. How could God take her away from us when we need her most. This was supposed to be our time to share and enjoy after all those years of hard work." Like many who have experienced the amazing Griefshare program (www.griefshare.org), Fred came to the group with a broken heart. His wife of 40 years died suddenly after a brief illness. Her di