were free to do so.
Her decision concerned her own money, time, and shopping responsibilities. It was not an attempt to establish a compulsory rule for the entire family.
That distinction made the arrangement easier to accept.
- Her December Became Much Less Stressful
The benefits extended well beyond the money she saved.
In previous years, the woman had spent an estimated 15 to 20 hours shopping for Christmas gifts. Under the new arrangement, she completed most of her shopping in one online session and one Saturday morning at a store.
