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In this economy, most of us have friends or family that have had difficulties. I had a close family member in a similar situation. It took awhile for her to find a new job. Birthday and holiday gifts to her during this period were gift cards like to the local grocery store and Walmart so she could buy basic necessities. She was very proud and didn't want to feel like she was just accepting cash from everyone. Last Christmas, I thought she needed something fun mixed in with the practical so I gave her a Kindle (she needed the 3G wireless capability that Sony didn't have). She loves it!!! She is a huge reader, and she had given it up because she couldn't afford the books and she lives in a very small town with not many options at the local library. But the Kindle allowed her access to loads of free ebooks, especially since she enjoys the classics. It gave her fun and free entertainment and was positive to her morale while searching for a job. Eventually she found a new job which she enjoys better than her old one, but it took over a year to find something. So I sincerely hope it turns around soon for your sister and her husband.
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