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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  Yep yep yep -- see, this is how us old timers remember the GE - it was HUGE. People really did spend about $25-40 back then, and it was just as special to receive those gifts as it is now. And it allowed soooo many more people to feel comfortable participating.
Despite genuine and heartfelt encouragement like "I don't mind if you only spend $20 on me!", the reality is that most human beings will not, understandably, put themselves into a situation where they could only give $25 -- but then they end up receiving $250 worth of stuff -- most people would feel pretty awkward, uncomfortable, and possibly inadequate when experiencing that level of disparity. |
Again I missed my time, everyone keeps telling me about the good old days...and I remember lurking back then...arrrrghhhh I should have joined then. I am in another group where we have something similar to what you describe.
I keep hearing this "wouldn't be a surprise"....I think when you get your box you will be excited and when you get your gift you will be surprised and elated!