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In this most sacred of seasons, the spirit of giving is meant to be infallible, and a giver's generosity beyond reproach. I learned this the hard way right before Thanksgiving, when I shared the worst presents I'd ever received. This story caused many readers to call me ungrateful, materialistic, and things that are not appropriate to repeat in a family blog.
It's not just a cliché. No one wants fruitcake.
But, you know what? I'm continuing the crusade. Because it's OK to say it: Some gifts are bad. They should not be given. Even if you hate the person, even if you picked them in the work Secret Santa game and thought "Wait, who?" and, yes, even if you can't think of anything to buy. Some gifts are just lame or thoughtless or hurt people's feelings or end up in the trash or—worst of all—get re-gifted. So, here is the second post in the series, this time, just the most terrible presents ever. Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (2218) | Blog
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While we're on the topic of the worst Mother's Day gifts you've ever received, let's talk Mother's Day gifts that should be strictly off limits. Kitchen appliances. Not the gift of choice for Mother's Day. No bread makers. No Cuisinarts or blenders. Even for kitchenistas.... Read More »
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Moms have different ideas about what we want to do and what we'd like to receive on Mother's Day. Some of us would just be content to not lift a finger all day. Others would be thrilled to receive a nice trinket. (Need an idea? Check out our picks at Shine!)But let's face it. There comes... Read More »
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