Gifts that aren't.

Kevy Baby · 12-29-2013, 07:20 PM

Susan's family (Mom's side) does this every year. Thankfully, most everything is good; not every person wants every item, but most every item is wanted by somebody. There are occasional duds, but for the most part, it goes well.

Susan usually brings hand-crafted items, but not this year. Many people were disappointed.

Several years ago, one of the aunts (crazy) realized she forgot to bring presents. She ran out to her car to find some things, one of which was a rusted can of WD-40. She wrapped it up and threw it into the mix (and she was serious). That can got regifted for several years, with a gift card or a $20 bill taped to it.

Sorry to hear your experiences aren't as fun.

Snowflake · 12-30-2013, 10:41 AM

I think the suggestion of a favorite things exchange is a great idea. I'm going to use it myself. Now, would you carry more weight if you were the instigator (organizer) of the exchange for 2014?

12-29-2013, 07:20 PM	#1
Kevy Baby Chowder Head Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Yes Posts: 18,500	Susan's family (Mom's side) does this every year. Thankfully, most everything is good; not every person wants every item, but most every item is wanted by somebody. There are occasional duds, but for the most part, it goes well. Susan usually brings hand-crafted items, but not this year. Many people were disappointed. Several years ago, one of the aunts (crazy) realized she forgot to bring presents. She ran out to her car to find some things, one of which was a rusted can of WD-40. She wrapped it up and threw it into the mix (and she was serious). That can got regifted for several years, with a gift card or a $20 bill taped to it. Sorry to hear your experiences aren't as fun. __________________ The thing about quotes on the internet is that you cannot verify their validity. - Abraham Lincoln
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12-30-2013, 10:41 AM	#2
Snowflake lost in the fog Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Francisco Posts: 7,831	I think the suggestion of a favorite things exchange is a great idea. I'm going to use it myself. Now, would you carry more weight if you were the instigator (organizer) of the exchange for 2014? __________________ Be yourself; everyone else is already taken. - Oscar Wilde
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