[BabyGirl Rosie]

Originally Posted by MandiesMom

I do totally understand that the hints and teasers and smileboxes are an issue and do need to be discussed. However, they aren't requirements so if people want to get all huffy and be rude because others don't have time to do them, then that is on them. And I pity the heart of the person who gets upset and panties in a wad over such a petty thing.

IMO, if those things are a huge issue with anyone, then that "anyone" doesn't even need to be in the GE because they obviously aren't in it with a giving heart and air of fun. It's not a chore or a job...it's fun.

I don't understand those out there that get so bent out of shape over things like that. They should do some re-evaluating of themselves. Just sayin.

But in the end...I agree, Cindy - I like the KISS method. Although I think $35 is pretty low (even for fixed income people). Maybe 10/15 years ago, but nowadays...all I can say is that I know some of you are great at finding deals and bartering and shopping cheap, but I don't possess that skill. Wish I did. I can find sales and such, but even with the sales I find, $35 would not buy much with prices these days. To me the minimum is good..it's $40. We just need a "seen to be fair" max to go with it.

**NEW ISSUE** I'd also like to throw into the discussion this idea of buying things for the Yorkie Moms/Dads. It really eats up money and it's for the pups. I don't think it should even be done, imo. What do you guys think?

I always focused on the pup. I put a few things for mom but it wasn't the main focus. I think it would be ok to eliminate that even though it wasn't a requirement.