It seems like people give gifts with the sole purpose of being appreciated. This seems contrary to the whole idea of giving a ...

Gifts, to me, are not a chore and not an obligation. If I get a thank-you card, it is nice, but I do not see any obligation ...

To explain further, let me tell you how I give gifts. I have a large family that is pretty far-flung. Some years I’m in touch ...

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