When my son was going through chemo a local church bought all of his Xmas gifts one year. I cannot explain how absolutely grateful I was. We had no money due to expenses, my son was 16 at the time and he understood the situation and didn't care about getting gifts, I mean I'm sure he was bummed but he's not ya know, spoiled. Christmas Eve the lady showed up with like 20/30 gifts to put under the tree. She had asked a couple weeks prior to give her a list of all the things he wanted and I thought maybe 2-3 they would get him. They got him every single thing on the list. It blew my mind and my heart. So thanks for helping those in need. It makes a difference.

My husband and I put $2.00 a week in a Christmas club account for each of our kiddos. They got to choose a name off of the angel tree and buy for that child. They really enjoyed that tradition. It was special for them to learn to give to others in need, and they enjoyed choosing the gifts themselves, and paying with their own money.

Zade is an agreeable little man. His head-nod to any question asked him is so sweet. Layla did a great job shopping. Well-done mom & dad!

You can totally see her processing and understanding the process of giving to someone else. Pefect understanding for her age....made it hillarious for me...everyone that has a negative comment please remember her age

Layla is beyond 3 in her understanding, and so precious to be adaptable to learning to give. Zade handled it well too, especially wanting to give two of those balls instead of one. ❤

Taught my daughter to give then she passed it down to my granddaughter it’s the most wonderful time of year to give and bless others ❤🙏😘

Carlin explained giving to Layla so well.

This is a beautiful teaching moment. You handled it beautifully. Thank you for being real. It’s not easy for kids. You did it so well !!! Way to go.

She's only 3. This is how it starts. Kids are taught to model giving and sharing. You are doing a fantastic job explaining and teaching. Keep it up! We need more heart like your family.

I didn’t mean to sound mean and I’m proud of you for helping any child.I just see so many needy kids here in America and it’s so sad,especially around Christmas.

Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas. JESUS is the Reason for The Season!❤❤❤

Layla is her own special lil lady she acts so much like her daddy it's so cute.

What a great lesson to teach children!!! Giving to the less privileged is huge!!!!

Raise your hand if you think Zade is a literal mini-Evan. Crazy how much he looks like his dad. Whoa!!! 🙋🏻‍♀️

When Zade put the second ball in the box I almost cried 🥹 so sweet you both did amazing!!

Carlin I love how you take the time to explain things to Layla instead of using most parents way of “because I said so”. I think maybe that’s why Layla is so smart and understanding beyond her years is because you take the time to help her understand rather than just trying to make her do what you want. You help her to be able to truly enjoy giving rather than “having” to give ❤

Layla is the smartest little 3 year old . It is good that you are teaching them to give at a young age, watching your family

Layla is still young, but these lessons are so important. As she gets older it will be easier because of the example that your family sets.

You have a wonderful family and you’re doing a great job raising your kids. Some of the comments on here are unbelievable. Lots of judgements and unsolicited advice from people who I’m sure have ALWAYS made the perfect decisions 🙄 Most of us understand that we are only seeing a minuscule part of your lives and that we don’t really know you or how you make the decisions you make. Thank you for what you do share…I, like many others, enjoy it! You’re doing a great job and I think your children are adorable!

Layla is so precious. Loved the headbands she picked. She is so intelligent for her young age. I am with Zade. Who needs to have sock and shoes.

Happy Thanksgiving to the Stew Crew- thank you Lord for our blessings.

Hi from South Africa Evan and Carlin, I just want to say I think you two are doing an amazing job at the very rewarding but difficult job of parenting. I have 2 granddaughters who are almost 5 and I know it's an ongoing process of teaching little ones how to share, but Layla did so well and so many of her responses to choosing gifts for her 'friend' are the same that I get from my grandkids so I had a laugh then. Bringing your children up In The Lord is a blessing to you and to them. ❤ There's just one thing I object to and that is Zayd's hat perched at the top of his head. 😂

Layla & Zade were adorable in their giving to their friends in Mexico! Layla cracked me up when choosing a Christmas tree! 😂😝😊

I love how you are teaching Layla and Zade young about thinking of others and not making Christmas just about them. It is natural for kids Layla's age to be egocentric; so Layla wanting to keep gifts for herself does not indicate anything wrong. Just keep teaching them about doing for others and it will become more natural with time. Just a little bit of encouragement. I love your family and look forward to your weekly vlogs. Happy Thanksgiving Evan and Carlin!

Layla precious you two are doing a beautiful job Teaching the kids values

Just love your youtube ch so much! You guys make me so happy every time i watch. You guys should have your own TV series. I'm sure you'd have a huge audience watching every week. See you on the next one! 🥰👍🏻💕

Oh my goodness. I love that layla is such a lil spunk and you let her be herself.

That's so awesome that your teaching them to give at an early age. Zade putting the ball back in the box priceless he's a sweet little guy God Bless all of you.

It's hard to teach them to give to others...mine struggled as well grasping the concept. Keep doing it every year and your kiddos will eventually catch on.

Layla is so funny picking out the Christmas tree ❤

That is a wonderful thing to be teaching the kids. You two are doing an amazing job with Layla and Zade.❤

She is the MOST ADORABLE LITTLE LADY IN THE WORLD ❤She makes me laugh and cry Thanks for sharing her with us!!

Our family does that every year at Christmas but we give to American children,there are so many US children that have needs now more than ever.

LOL ... Layla is ONE of a kind!

Carlin has great fashion sense. Layla is growing up so beautiful. She already has a great singing voice. Maybe do some father daughter duets??? Little Zade is super sweet. Blessings to the Stew-Crew. 😊

Now that giving to another child less fortunate will become a tradition and the kids will understand it more as they get older. So glad you're doing it!!

Layla with the tongue out dismissing Christmas 🎄 trees. I love that. ❤️

Zada is always so fun to watch. Whatever you ask him, he always seems to nod yes. Your family is fun to watch.

Layla is a true trip. She makes me laugh. I love how Zade just agrees with his sister ❤

Layla really is sweet and so is Zade! Evan and Carlin, really enjoyed your video! Those two are just too sweet and so precious! Love seeing Katie and Hailey on your video and Hailey is so sweet and precious too! Can't wait till your next vlog. Love y'all and God Bless You!❤️🎄

Way to go Dad and Mom!!! Teaching them in the ways of the Lord. Loving seeing little Zades personality developing. What adorable children.

Layla and Zade are just the cutest! They were so sweet picking out the presents! I love watching your videos! You make us feel so good! Hugs!🎄💜👍

I did that with my kids when they were little even up until they graduated. But ours were on the Angle Tree at our church. They have names of kids, from our community, of all ages, who are hurting with sizes and gift ideas on it and the kids pick a child their age and buy for them. It was a great tradition and memory. Our Church teams up with the Salvation Army.

Y’all are such good parents! And I just adore Layla and lil mr Z! Such a sweet fun loving couple and just all around great family! Love yall in the lord and God bless you guys these holidays! ❤❤❤ make longer videos lol I could watch yall all day ❤

O my goodness how adorable. Evan your son looks so much like you. ❤

That was a very sweet video. Our children are so lucky there’s a lot of kids they don’t have Christmas. That was very sweet. Your tree look really pretty y’all. Have a blessed Saturday night.❤🌲

This was one of my all time favorite videos that you all have done. Loved when Evan pointed out God blessing givers. Your 2 are growing up with so much and I love how you are showing them how important it is to give to others at such young ages. 2 of my grandbabes are very spoiled. They are not growing up in a Godly home. I pray that my daughter, who was raised to give....returns to her roots and starts doing this with her children.

I am sure Layla's friend will love all of the special things that she picked out. 💕 ❤️ 💖

I think Layla did exceptionally well. You both did wonderful encouraging her to give & that’s what it’s all about.

Layla cracks me up!!! She already has the look for when she is crowned Ms. America! She tells us goodbye when she gets ready, lol. Zayde is always agreement when you ask who likes the tree, the lights, raising his hand up high. They are adorable little people!!

So precious and yes it’s so important to teach kids the value of giving and the fact that some kids aren’t as blessed to have what they have. You are great parents!

Sweetest family. Teaching them to give is wonderful. Good job Mom and Dad

I love that you are teaching her compassion for others. And that she is so sweet about it. She is a special little girl

Zade looks so much like his daddy

That's such a sweet way to teach them to give to others! They're so adorable!

We started taking our grandkids at the age of 2 shopping for gifts for charity. The oldest is now 14 and he asked me today if I could take him shopping for charity next week. We used to give them each $100 to spend and it was so fun to see them shop for the best deals to get the most for their money. The grandkids are 14 & 10 now and they use their saved allowance money for shopping. Such a great feeling to see them so giving.

I love that you are teaching your children how to give

Oh my goodness! The faces Layla makes while Christmas Tree shopping! Too funny! 😂

What sweeties…such an awesome thing to do and teach your children…They are so adorable…Layla is so adorable ♥️♥️♥️

This new vlog is full of Christmas traditions and hope the kids in Mexico have a wonderful Christmas and hope the guys have a safe trip down there and can't wait to see the new Christmas tree and hope Layla and Zade have fun decorating for Christmas. By the way happy early Thanksgiving to you guys and your family.

Zade is a chill baby ..the kids are so sweet …my friend is going to Mexico taking teddy bears she made ..happy thanksgiving

love seeing you teach Layla the importance of giving instead of receiving! Good job for teaching her young! Zade too even tho he doesn't really understand yet but he will get there!

That was such a great thing to teach them how to give to to others. Zade was so sweet putting his ball in the box!!

Operation Christmas Child is such a great organization. Layla is a total hoot. She was ready to be done.

Aww y’all are the best parents. Teaching your kiddos about caring and giving to others. Your baby’s are so sweet. Baby boy was wanting to put the extra ball in the box for his friend ❤ and it was really for him. That just melts my heart. I’m so proud of them two❤ hugs and kisses from Alabama. Goodness I just love your sweet little babies. Sending love 💕 from your internet nana❤😊 God bless your sweet family Carla🎄🎁💕

Aww!!! Zade is a sweetheart!! Layla is the cutest little thing!!!! Great job mom and dad!! Raising them up right! ❤️❤️

Love this video ❤ This video reminds me of how special the story of the Christmas orange is. It's a great story to share with younge children. 🙏❣

She did really well to be 3. Some adults would not be as giving. ❤❤❤Zade grew up so fast 😢. He has a very sweet heart 2. Both balls were going in that box. ❤❤

Layla picked out the tree her mommy liked too!!! Layla knows a good tree when she sees one! 🙌🏻

The kids are so cute. I love their personalities.

I died when she said "I hate that one"

I am glad you are teaching your children young to give to others. So sweet ❤

So many opinions. 🤦🏻‍♀️ Evan and Carlin, well done on teaching your children generosity from an early age. Keep it up and continue make it a regular part of life. If you can teach your children gratitude and generosity, they’ll be on a solid path in life. Love seeing your videos each week! Thanks for sharing bits of your life with us. ❤ Happy Thanksgiving, Stew Crew!!

Such fun. They both did a great job. It will become a special tradition to give each year to kids in need. Looks like you had a fun week with Katie and Hailey also. Happy Thanksgiving Stew Crew 🍂🎄🦃

Oh my goodness you guys have done the most amazing job with Layla and Zade.. if I had you two as parents I would be the most blessed child ever.. keep doing what you are doing may God bless you all 🙏

Such a wonderful family! Gos bless you all…

What a great tradition to start. I remember when my kids was little and trying to teach them about giving. You both are doing a great job. Loved Layla Xmas tree shopping she had me in tears. Have a blessed thanksgiving with family.

Y’all are great parents! Teaching them young about giving. 🙏🏼💜🎄💙💕

I Love that too! Shoe boxes through the church. I love Layla!!

I constantly have a smile on my face when I watch your channel!!! I watch a lot of couples and no one else makes me smile like The Stew Crew!!!! 😊❤😊❤😊❤😊❤

Can't wait to see when zade starts to interact more😊

Layla cracks me up every time. She has the best personality 😂

I love that you are teaching her how to be giving for other ❤ being selfless is so important to teach

You did such an amazing job explaining everything to Layla. She is seriously so sweet!!

So sweet. She’s learning! It’s very hard for littles this age to understand, but you are doing an amazing job teaching her. ❤️Even wanting to split the headbands was cute. She wanted to share one of them. 💝💕

They are the sweetest and cutest little kiddos! Awesome tradition to do every year!

Their such sweet littles with giving hearts! ❤

Yes, good to start that young. Hope to see a next level of that next year. Eventually she may want to meet that "friend"? We'll see.

Precious precious babies🥰 ALL four of you!!!😉😘❤️ HAPPY THANKSGIVING!!! God bless you!!!

You’re family is such a blessing to others.

Layla has so much confidence! Great Job to Mom and Dad! She has just the right amount of being precocious without being too annoying where she is confident in herself yet humble with a lot of love and tender hearted! Just adorable with wonderful Mom and Dad and little brother Zade! Have great Holidays keep being a Blessing to all your followers

Absolutely proud of you Layla and you two are amazing parents!!! The lessons we instill in our children create the best foundation for their life’s!!!

Layla is so gosh darn cute. Zade has a sweet heart.

Layla is cracking me up this episode!!! She comes out of her shell more and more. And I noticed this week how much her looks have changed and she’s looking like Carlin!! Beautiful!! 😍

Zade with his little toboggan on, reminded me of Spanky from "Our Gang". Ur kids just couldn't get any more adorable! ❤ this one guys! C ya on the next one. God bless

So sweet to teach your kids about giving to others. I think they both did great. ❤

So sweet. I thought the little item at the end of her giving was appropriate. Thanks for sharing

They are always cute . Y’all did great explaining. Good job Layla and Zade . Love seeing Katie and Hailey hanging out

I love it how you call Layla, Sis. My aunt who is 96 was called Sis by her family being the only daughter. She had 3 brothers. To this day the only name she goes by is Sis. No one called her by her real name.

That's exactly how it should be done I always had to sort out my old toys as long as they wasn't broken and take them to the a children's ward in the hospital