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Christmas presents

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ginny Fri 07-Nov-25 15:25:12

A gift is a gift and shouldn’t be given with conditions or expectations of something in return.

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Oreo Fri 07-Nov-25 15:20:02

I agree with others.
It may be a good idea to talk to all in the family and agree a budget, preferably smaller than at present for the following year.

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NotSpaghetti Fri 07-Nov-25 15:11:29

I agree with the others - but in truth, buying just for those you get things from is rather mean I'd say.

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M0nica Fri 07-Nov-25 15:07:22

I wouldn't do anything. You seem to have a system that works for each individual.

If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

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Flippin2 Fri 07-Nov-25 15:03:45

You don't give to receive,we had family discussion to cut back this year as money is tight for everyone,leave your mum to it and don't get involved

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Norah Fri 07-Nov-25 14:07:36

I believe it may be best if each person makes their own decision, others do as they wish. No problems, let Mum sort her present buying!

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Exhausted01 Fri 07-Nov-25 14:00:31

Just wanted some views on this.
My children since having newspaper rounds have always bought family members christmas presents.
They are now both in their mid 30's
One is financially secure - no children
The other has a tighter budget - 2 children
Yet they have always still brought presents for everyone.
This year second child has another baby on the way so their budget is stretched even further. They have made the decision to only buy for children this year ( it's a one off . Next year will go back to normal . Just they have a lot to buy for the new baby )
No one has a problem with this and totally understand except my Mum who has said she won't be buying second child and partner anything as they're not buying for her.
My sibling doesn't buy for my children anymore but I still buy for hers as to me that's what christmas is all about and I enjoy giving presents
I don't buy to receive.
What do you all think ?

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