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Who had gifts or presents over Christmas, even though you may not subscribe to any religion, and did you want the gift you were given?
It sounds like you have not taken care of your body the whole year, now it is time!Sophia said:...
However, I've recently given myself a gift- some high quality cosmetics and I do like it. :-)
Sophia said:We celebrate Christmas but a few years ago we decided not to bother with the gifts.
Being together, relaxing, good food and not going to work for more than a week are the best gifts. :-)
However, I've recently given myself a gift- some high quality cosmetics and I do like it. :-)
Silicon Waffle said:No one has ever given me a present during Christmas. Greg's card I received recently is the first one I've had in my life.
You should have mine by now, mind you i do not know what the post is like in your area.
Silicon Waffle said:No one has ever given me a present during Christmas. Greg's card I received recently is the first one I've had in my life.
It sounds like you have not taken care of your body the whole year, now it is time!
wolram said:I am sure you do not have to paint yourself to look pretty.
We don't use it here. Things are sent directly to company or people's home address/mailbox.wolram said:You should have mine by now, mind you i do not know what the post is like in your area.
Definitely new year days. But I don't like them as much as when I was younger because they remind me of how old I am becoming.Sophia said:I'm sure you have other holidays in your area. What are the most important holidays in your country?
Oh that's really a tough question!Sophia said:...
And silicon, what would you like to get, if you celebrated Christmas?
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Haha :-))) I had to Google Friar Tuck and the pictures are funny.wolram said:Sophia, i received a 1170g bar of chocolate , a cross and some polo mints, so i will look like friar tuck in the new year.
Silicon, you are only as old as you feel.[emoji3]
1/1 is the best reminder of my aging issue. The Chinese new year is another extra remark.Sophia said:Silicon, do you mean the official new year, or the Chinese one?
And you are totally right, it seems that each year passes so fast! Sometimes it makes me really nostalgic.
Chinese new year days occur yearly, It's a good occasion for so much money to be spent on foods, drinks, new clothes, etc particularly for kids in my area. Luckily after I graduated from college, my urge to decorate myself disappeared automatically while the past with sadness, sorrow and also happiness keeps lingering on from time to time.Sophia said:That's totally true. Some psychologists say that January is the most depressing month of the year. especially the first Monday after holidays is considered the most depressing day.
But let's not think about that now :) It's still holiday season! :)
Why is Chinese new year stressful for you? I guess there are some cool fireworks :)
Silicon Waffle said:Chinese new year days occur yearly, It's a good occasion for so much money to be spent on foods, drinks, new clothes, etc particularly for kids in my area. Luckily after I graduated from college, my urge to decorate myself disappeared automatically while the past with sadness, sorrow and also happiness keeps lingering on from time to time.
And yes, I love fireworks, everywhere becomes quiet, peaceful and clean but boring on those days. I may need to see people passing by day in day out, someone to talk to, or better nice places to visit.
If you didn't get what you wanted for Christmas, try to remember that the holiday is about spending time with loved ones and not just about material gifts. You can also try talking to the person who gave you the gift and kindly express your feelings, or consider exchanging the gift for something else that you would like.
To avoid disappointment, it's important to have realistic expectations and not place too much emphasis on receiving specific gifts. You can also communicate your wishes and preferences to your loved ones beforehand, but remember that they may have their own budget and priorities.
Asking for specific gifts can be seen as rude if done in a demanding or entitled manner. However, if you communicate your wishes in a polite and understanding way, it can help your loved ones know what you would appreciate and avoid giving you something you won't enjoy.
If you received a gift that you don't like, remember to be grateful for the thought and effort put into it. You can also try to exchange it for something else or regift it to someone who may appreciate it more. It's important to handle the situation with grace and not hurt the giver's feelings.
To show appreciation for the gifts you received, remember to say thank you and express genuine gratitude for the thought and effort put into it. You can also send a handwritten thank you note or do something special for the person who gave you the gift. Showing appreciation is more important than the actual gift itself.