Appropriate and inappropriate presents

...for Christmas, birthdays etc.

* Somebody bought me an organiser-type diary. A very kind and well-meant gesture but even the thought of getting organised frightens me, as the prospect is too overwhelming. This isn't a matter of choice or preference - I just cannot even be brave & capable in the face of such harmless things as the colour-coded sections of the organiser. I flounder and panic as soon as I even look at it. Still, the thought is very much appreciated by me.

* On the brighter side, I was bought some toy dogs and cats for recent birthdays! These are such a comfort to me, and their quiet company is wonderful. I would love to have a real pet but my memory's not reliable - I often get days confused or, apparently, miss time - so I'd always be worried about whether I'd fed them or not.

What appropriate or inappropriate gifts have you received?

Parents
  • I can't say I've ever received what I would describe as an inappropriate present, but I have received plenty of unwanted presents over the years, along with gifts that I have specifically requested and/or wanted.

    I'm at an age where if I do receive gifts, it tends to be in the form of cash or gift cards/vouchers. Great for me because it means I can then treat myself to things I definitely do need or want, such as clothing or items related to my interests/hobbies.

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  • I can't say I've ever received what I would describe as an inappropriate present, but I have received plenty of unwanted presents over the years, along with gifts that I have specifically requested and/or wanted.

    I'm at an age where if I do receive gifts, it tends to be in the form of cash or gift cards/vouchers. Great for me because it means I can then treat myself to things I definitely do need or want, such as clothing or items related to my interests/hobbies.

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