layaway angel

layaway angel
 n.— «The holiday season has long been regarded as a time to spend with family, focus on what matters most and—when circumstances allow—give back. Anonymous “Layaway Angels” have embraced the essence of the holiday spirit by doing more than just giving back. These angels have given some families true holiday miracles by paying off remaining layaway balances at Sears’… stores.» —“‘Layaway Angels’ Create Holiday Miracles at Sears” HispanicBusiness.com Dec. 19, 2008. (source: Double-Tongued Dictionary)

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