“Matt and Mandy,” Friend, December 2016 Matt and Mandy You got a gift for Stretch? For a rubber chicken? He needed a new leash. Everybody needs a gift! Yeah, I wish I could afford a present for everyone I know. There are great gifts you can give that don’t cost any money. Like friendship? Or kindness! Loving. Forgiving. Sharing the gospel. They’re all free! Speaking of gifts—YOU are a gift. To your family and to everyone around you. And we are thankful for you. Merry Christmas!