I would hire my friend the best damn lawyer available, one who would actually get the judge to enforce the ruling made years ago, that her dead beat ex, pay the child support, he has still not paid a dime of, but is freely walking the streets of this fine town. And if that didn't do the trick, I would buy her a house in a county that actually stands by their rulings, and doesn't let the dead beats live the life of luxery, while their children are living below the poverty level.

I would probably give $800,000 to the Humane Society. God knows they need it. Plus I think a million dollars is a little much for me. I definitely would not support a no kill shelter. No kill shelters are cruel!!!

I'd give it all away if it would cure my son's autism.

I would give $100 tips even if the server wasn't friendly, they may have dire cicumstances and need the money. It would be an example of caring even though they couldn't. Anyone see the new show on Fox called Secret Millionaire the other night? I loved it and was really impressed with the people who participated. They blessed some people with their own money and learned something along the way! I wish I could be the one giving away the money, giving is a wonderful thing if you can afford it! God bless!

SpotLight On Kids offers a pay what you can to every performance at jpac -- some folks brought a $2.00 bill and silver dollars (total of $5) for their family of 5 to see Joseph last summer - same seats as the rest of the folks! What is amazing is that most people don't take advantage of it.

I'm with you on the car idea. It'd be nice to have one that doesn't frequently stall in traffic...
I don't have specifics of the rest of the money, but it would probably help make people warm and well-fed.

I'll second that emotion, Ann Marie. Without criticizing anyone, as I haven't examined the finances of running JPAC and other local venues, I think it would be wonderful to find ways to offer low- or no-cost performances to the people who just can't afford to go.
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I know teachers often give extra credit to students who go see a performance and write about it. But some families can't afford it, which gives an academic advantage to kids whose parents can pony up the bucks.

What is Christmas? It is tenderness for the past, courage for the present, hope for the future. It is a fervent wish that every cup may overflow with blessings rich and eternal, and that every path may lead to peace.

The joy of brightening other lives, bearing each others' burdens, easing other's loads and supplanting empty hearts and lives with generous gifts becomes for us the magic of Christmas.

Christmas gift suggestions:

To your enemy, forgiveness.
To an opponent, tolerance.
To a friend, your heart.
To a customer, service.
To all, charity.
To every child, a good example.
To yourself, respect.

Peace on earth will come to stay,
When we live Christmas every day.

ann marie,
why wait until you get a million?
donations of time are just as essential.
even small donations help less fortunate families make merry at this time of year.

I'm with lulu! Sign me up!

Honestly, I would want to start a non profit no kill shelter for animals. I would offer free spay/neutering for people who can't afford it. Just a thought... I hate seeing all these poor animals suffer.