She is 45 years old. In the last two months, she has lost her job, her home and her husband. Thankfully, she still has two parents to help her take care of her two children and to provide a roof over all their heads.

It isn't going to be the best Christmas they've ever had. But they'll get through it because they have each other.

My print column is up.

UPDATE: A Secret Santa has come forward to make sure the kids have a very Merry Christmas. Thanks to all those who offered to help out. Cheers and Merry Christmas.