year, using almost the same wording.
The financial savings were helpful, but they were only part of the benefit.
She had also gained time, reduced stress, and removed the feeling that every adult relative needed to receive a carefully selected present.
More importantly, the family had discovered that they could still enjoy a warm Christmas without maintaining the same gift exchange.
The children received presents, the adults shared a meal, and everyone had an opportunity to talk about the year.
After Christmas ended, there was no lingering competition over who
