Have you ever been frustrated at trying to think of things to gift for the person who has everything? Everyone has one person on their list that seems to have it all. My family has integrated a rule that has eased the burden of this.
It's quite simple. No one can purchase anything for themselves for an entire month before the big day - birthday, Christmas, graduation, whatever. During this time frame, everyone keeps a sharp eye and ear on the intended recipient, and will not hesitate to stop them from purchasing something for themselves. It is then relayed to the rest of the circle of family and friends that this is an item the recipient wishes to have. Someone will purchase it and give it to them on the special day.
This does a few things. First, the recipient ends up receiving only items that they want. Secondly, it saves the recipient money. Thirdly, everyone feels good that they managed to give something that would be truly appreciated by the person who has everything. Fourth, it saves everyone money as they are not purchasing unwanted, needless items. Everyone ends up happy.
Give it a try in your own family. Certain individuals may be a bit disgruntled at first, but when they discover how fun the reciprocation is they will also get into it. My kids love the idea, and make it into a game over who is watching who as we go Christmas shopping.
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