Children are more wise, more mature than we give them credit for. They are sophisticated and know what they want these days. I can understand your pride. A nine year old boy who says he loves the Lord and likes to play ball ought to be getting a nice present for Christmas!
Basketball, football, skateboard helmet, new bat, a ton of books--
He'll do alright this Christmas. The six year old gets a new bike and has been asking for a Bibleman action hero since July. His favorite activity is going to church (they've got great snacks after the service).