If there's a large gathering; then yes presents would definitely be put to one side and opened later. That would in my view be the mannerly thing to do.
But in the instances I'm thinking of in the last 12 months, there was only one person / a couple, and I was a little taken aback to see this done.
Since it's happened more than once, I'm wondering if this is some new idea?
I would be surprised also in those circumstances... a little baffling to me.
In this country it's quite usual to give gifts on birthdays, anniversaries, birth of a new baby etc.,the overly-commercialised nature of gift giving..
In this country it's quite usual to give gifts on birthdays, anniversaries, birth of a new baby etc.,
Indeed one can't do otherwise.someone a gift, it is entirely up to them when to open it,
I think this is a social skill that, if you didn't learn as a child, you should certainly strive to do so as an adult.being able to hide disappointment in the face of an unwanted gift.
I don't feel cheated of a little endorphin rush if I don't get to witness their reaction.
I think this is a social skill that, if you didn't learn as a child, you should certainly strive to do so as an adult.
I find that funny because I was thinking the same thing as Leo so your comment could well have been aimed at me.Gosh you must be a heap of fun at parties....
That's an excellent point.You both must surely be aware that there is a world of difference between social grace and courtesy and outright dishonesty.
I dunno, you can always whisper your thoughts to the person beside you at the wedding, nearly all babies look the same and most gifts are so-so.Even if you dislike a gift, think the brides dress is appalling or have never seen such an ugly baby in your life, good manners requires you to keep those thoughts to yourself.
Must try harder!There's always something positive to compliment, if you make an effort.
That's another great post Leo...I have on a couple of occasions had the conversation with a serial bad gifter in advance of the next gifting occasion that while I really appreciate the thought and expense they have gone to, I'd really just prefer something like X instead. They now spend less and get me something I actually want or will use. Turns out it makes both parties happier and builds trust.
Obviously there's no need to go for brutal honesty to the extent of the plot of 'The Invention of Lying', the little white lie is a fundamental part of human bonding, but I wouldn't trust anyone who always tells me everything is great.
In any event, I trust you opened the gift when it was given to you!
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