How is receiving holiday gifts going for you as a midlifer?
I ask because for so many of us, by this time in our lives, we pretty much have everything we need. I can’t begin to tell you how many of my friends have gifts to return after the holidays due to the fact that those particular gifts would be just “extra stuff”! Sounds ungrateful? Not really.
What would work best?
The general consensus I have received are these:
- If you’re very familiar with the person you’re gifting, find out what are the things they actually need
- Gifts cards for a store or restaurant they might love
- Cash gift cards so it can be spent any-which-way
- Cash…good old cash!
Declaring you want/need nothing!
How about letting everyone know ahead of time not to bother getting you anything? I’ve done that to some friends and/or to anyone that might be have a difficult time financially, emotionally or otherwise. Some people understand and adhere but I’ve actually had someone take offence to my request. Oh well – goes like that sometimes.
Anyway, it’s the thought that counts and Christmas is usually a time for giving and sharing. It can and should be enjoyed the way that best suits you.
Merry Christmas!
