[the guy sits down and wow that's suddenly a hell of a lot easier on his neck. But he can't help but wince a bit at the mention of kids getting nothing for Christmas]

Eh...yeah, it's nicer t'have something. And to know that someone cares enough t'do it. [he knows what the opposite feels like, and if he can prevent that for some kids, well...so much the better.] I think they'll really, really appreciate it.

[he glances at the guy again, and at his mountain of bags] Ya need a hand with those? It seems like y'got a lot.