[Gingergirlsmom]

Originally Posted by chattiesmom

I am very appreciative of Amin and Moderators for the opportunity to participate in this fun event. If members aren't comfortable with the GE format, then we must remember, that the GE's are optional. The gift exchanges are a wonderful fun social opportunity for individual members to get to know two other members better -- from the aspect of giving a gift and the receiving of a gift. I do believe that the rules in place are well thought out and for the most part are sufficient. We all need to remember the spirit of giving and receiving. I have participated in 10 gift exchanges, so I have lots of experience --with that said, here are my thoughts.....

I believe that trying to put a spending cap on the GE would be difficult -- the GE is a fun social activity for YTers and is based on the "honor system". I don't believe in having rules that are not enforceable and I don't know how that type of rule could be enforced.

I also think that threads complaining about not receiving a gift should never ever be allowed. If a member has not received their gift within a reasonable time AFTER the mailing deadline then they should handle the situation privately with Admin. There could be any number of reasons that a package is late. AND I am one who generally mails their package out on the last day. As the sender of a gift, it would be very hurtful to read that your buddy is complaning about not having received their gift -- especially prior to the mailing deadline.

I do like the photo thank you requirement. Most members either have cameras or have friends who do have cameras. I thoroughly enjoy looking through the thank you's and seeing all of the pics.

I agree with the post by TOY -- if it aint broke, don't fix it.

Great post.