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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]My children would love a $5 or even a $10 GC to 7-11. They could buy so many slushees. That would be an awesome present. But no, more junk from Amazon is coming that they will never look at. It doesn’t have to be an expensive experience.  We never go to 7-11 and they think it’s the best place ever with that slushee machine. [/quote]
So why don’t you get that for them instead of whatever you were going to get. Problem solved.

Can’t believe all the entitled asses on this thread.  Wonder how they’ll feel if their well-meaning gifts to their grandkids are trashed by the parents in a few years.[/quote]

Hi Mom and MIL!  You have found DCUM!  I’ve delicately explained this to you many times. The kids are older and go out with their friends. The 7-11 GC or even a VISA GC would be perfect and easy for you to get. They would appreciate and use it. They are too old for the craft kits, legos, STEM kits etc. We donate them. They still appreciate the gifts you give but they are older now. Please try to get to know them. DS even has a girl friend.  Stay away from buying them clothes. I can’t even keep up with the latest styles and they pick out their own. We are far away from superheroes and princesses. [/quote]

Tacky to demand cash.  My son likes getting clothing. [/quote]

I know it’s hard to accept that they aren’t little anymore, MIL. You don’t have to give them cash but you asked for gifts they actually want. We understand you think boys look adorable in button downed plaid shirts, a sweater and  khakis but DS isn’t wearing them. He says thanks and they stay in the closet. You tell him the girls would be impressed if he wears this to school but it’s not really in style.  Again, it’s a nice thought and we appreciate your effort but you asked for what they want and it really is gift cards to go out with their friends.  You can continue to pick out presents but don’t be offended when they are not used or worn. [/quote]

I would love that or any clothing as a gift.  My child gets gifted nice clothing.   I appreciate it.   Every so often he needs it.  And, mine are not wearing athletic clothing every day.  How can your son not need khakis a few times a year?[/quote]

It is appreciated and we thank them. And it goes straight to the donation pile. They wear these clothes when they have to and we would rather donate them to children who may use them more than once. They already own their khakis and dress clothes. They don’t need relatives picking out more. [/quote]

If they get them as gifts, you don't need to buy them.  Sounds like you are looking for an excuse.  Let them wear them, even once then donate them.  You sound really crappy.[/quote]

And you sound like your children are really young and don’t pick out their own clothes or you are a senior buying these clothes. Why are you still debating this?  Teens and tweens do not wear these clothes. You are saying it’s better to force them to wear the button down plaid shirt with the sweater once to take a  photo then donate instead of donating new with tags?  That’s so wasteful.  Please come back when your kids are at least in middle school and see if you feel the same way. [/quote]

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