whats reasonable amount to spend on a present, page-2

Hey Rebel.

What's a reasonable amount to spend on a present?

Ummm, IMO, nothing!

I've got an agreement with my family and friends that we don't buy each other any presents. That includes Xmas, birthdays, Mothers and Fathers Days.

The only thing I will buy is some flowers from Interflora on my parents anniversary, but that's it.

I used to send $50 gift vouchers, then the other party would send me one in return.

Seemed like a pointless exercise, and expensive, especially at Xmas.

Not many people that I know have spare money to throw around, as the cost of living in Sydney is so high.

I may seem like a tight-arse, but that's the way it is!

A phone call, and a couple of drinks together will suffice IMO.

I don't have kids though, so I can't really comment on that.


Cheers


dino