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[quote=Anonymous]OP, this all really depends on the family. For example, you seem to be thinking most family dinners are “potluck” style but that is not at all the norm for my family or DH’s unless otherwise noted. Typically, the host provides the food/meal. Others may offer to bring a special/favorite dish but it isn’t expected. Usually a general offer of “what can I bring?” is “we have it covered, can’t wait to see you!” or similar. Many times, people will bring wine or similar which is graciously accepted- but not expected.

Our extended families don’t really do birthday gifts (even if there is a party), anniversary gifts etc other than for small children or the elderly (and for The elderly it tends to be a sentimental group gift of some sort- no one wants a pile of stuff they don’t need lol). People just want to get together- it isn’t at all about the gifts.

Weddings and baby/bridal showers IDK…usually the young person will purchase a gift on their own, once out of the parents’ household I guess. I don’t really keep track but started purchasing my own gifts after college yes. [/quote]

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