Never been much for mandatory gift giving. I occasionally see something I think a friend or family member will like and buy it for them. If it is close to Christmas or a birthday, I may wait to give it to them. But this is where the thought counts.
If I feel obligated to buy you a present and you give me a list (or go to the store and create a list like a registry) then the only thought is “how much am I willing to spend on this person?” It seems to be literally putting a price on your relationship.
Never been much for mandatory gift giving. I occasionally see something I think a friend or family member will like and buy it for them. If it is close to Christmas or a birthday, I may wait to give it to them. But this is where the thought counts.
If I feel obligated to buy you a present and you give me a list (or go to the store and create a list like a registry) then the only thought is “how much am I willing to spend on this person?” It seems to be literally putting a price on your relationship.