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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]First, I never expect a hostess gift and frankly, don’t want one.  While I appreciate generosity, that custom is one I see no need for.  I host if I want to host, not to accumulate stuff.

Second, potlucks are just tradition in some areas.  Usually it’s when people are all reasonably close and recognize that sharing the duty of providing the food lightens the load for the host and can be fun.  My parents and families we were close with regularly had potlucks and everyone remembered the dip so and so would always bring, or another family’s usual dessert, etc.

I love hosting and enjoy serving what I hope is an appealing meal.  I always end up with too much, but that’s part of the fun of it - making sure there’s something for everyone and no one goes home hungry.  If someone invited me to a potluck, I’d happily bring along a dish to share - but I’m also confident in my ability to bring a killer dessert or appetizer.  It’s not a burden to me to bake something delicious to share with people, especially not people I really like.[/quote]

There’s something that you shared at the end that really gave me pause “  It’s not a burden to me to bake something delicious to share with people, especially not people I really like.” I really appreciate this insight. It’s a beautiful and selfless way to think. Thank you [/quote]

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