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[quote=Anonymous]I grew up in an affluent family that celebrated Christmas extravagantly. Even after I graduated from law school and got married (to a classmate), my parents gave us very large checks. It felt uncomfortable, especially for my husband, who came from a middle-class family. Our kids are now young adults, two of whom are married. At Thanksgiving this year our oldest daughter suggested that we all do Secret Santa with a $100 limit. The other two kids were totally on board. This doesn't mean that we won't treat them for occasional restaurant meals, theatre and concert tickets, and splurge a little on travel, but I'm hopeful that Christmas will feel less focused on "gifting" and more on gratitude for all we have, especially each other. [/quote]
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