It’s Not the Thought That Counts. No More Cluttery, Junk Holiday Gifts.
I Do Not Need More Clutter In My Home This Holiday
I don’t know about you, but I am over candles, decor items, doodads, and regifts.
Everyone I know is already battling clutter in their home like me? It is an ongoing issue that I deal with. Then I go to a holiday event or a party and more tchotchkes are given to me by well-meaning aunts or in-laws.
And it’s usually nothing I would ever use or display in my home. So I decided I am going to start donating all these items.
I discussed my solution with my husband last night. He said the thought counts and that I can’t donate the item.
That is bs. I have caught one of my in-laws reselling something I bought at their yard sale years ago. Another admitted they regifted several of the items I gave them over the years.
But I can’t donate? Or regift? Here’s what the etiquette says:
What to do after someone gives you a gift?
“Accept the gift graciously, smile and say, ‘Thank you so much for thinking of me,’” says Gottsman. You may also remark how thoughtful the other person has been or express that you’re surprised to be receiving something from them. “Whatever you say, keep…
