Holiday Gift Etiquette

[wannabe]

Some people really enjoy giving gifts. I figure they wouldn't ask if they didn't sincerely want to give you something you would enjoy.

[Roc A Bee]

I wouldn't say rude, but you are making it more difficult. My FIL says every year to spend money on ourselves instead. It drives me crazy! I am getting him something, so I'd rather he give me some ideas.

[Deleted]

No.

[Deleted]

No, I don't think it is rude. However, if they really want to give maybe you could suggest a charity that they could donate to in your name. That way a worthy cause can benefit from their generosity.

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Dec 7, 2012 0:04:30 GMT -5 @forcuatro said:

No, I don't think it is rude. However, if they really want to give maybe you could suggest a charity that they could donate to in your name. That way a worthy cause can benefit from their generosity.

Exactly this. Plus (at least under current law) they also get a little deduction to go along with the gift they give you! Doing this has introduced my family to some of the charities I am interested in. This year, I am praying this is all my parents give me, since they are horrific at gifts recently.

Dont give junk, people!

[chessie]

No, some people just don't know what to get people. I suggest charity every year myself instead of gifts, it better then getting an awful sweater by the IL's that they crocheted.

[crispnclean]

Depends on how you say it, and who the person is. I think it's fine if you say something like, "We so appreciate your generosity and thoughtfulness, but DH and I really have all that we need." If you just say "I don't have anything in mind" then that makes things difficult for them.

[peachdragon]

My husband's parents tell us this every year and it drives us nuts. We usually end up getting them a gift card. It's not like we are going to show up for Christmas empty handed. Especially since my husband has a sister and she will definitely get them something.

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[gt7301b]

Give a suggestion, otherwise you might end up with crap you don't want and have to store.