It's fine. If someone can use a gift that you received but don't need, what's the harm in re-gifting? Just don't give it back to the person who gave it to you.
I totally disagree with this and find it way high carb and for most of us, we should be eating healthier. Most are over weight or have diabetes. I truly would have chosen differently.( For example, yams are better option than sweet potatoes and flour---no way plain flour---and their was not mention of olive oil which has been proven to be very healthy)
Pasta! It's cheap, filling and goes with everything. I buy the whole wheat or veggie versions for better nutrition. Be flexible with brands/shapes and buy what's on sale.
Make a list of gifts you are going to buy - or price range you will spend on each gift. Then stick to it. In fact, use cash instead of credit card, you will automatically control your expenditure.
What a scam !!! I have worked around tires my whole life and cant beleive the scams they put out to scare sell tires, sure when you buy new tires you want them as new as possible, but tires can last much longer more like 25 years, it all comes down to spotting dry rot or crack, not the age of the tire. scam!
Wow, you just nailed half of my favorite gifts to receive! Chocolate, kitchen, DVDs, and computer stuff is what I love to get. Hope my husband doesn't see this!
Yes, it is fine if the person can use it, but would just tell them I received it and can't use. So I am not giving as a gift. I don't like to see items go to waste.
This sums it up nicely. I have to agree; sometimes we make living simply, well, not simple. Living a life of voluntary simplicity or minimalism is merely one aspect of developing a larger "Philosophy of Living", which is what I focus my blog on. It is a key element, but sometimes I think that all that needs to be said about it has been said. Now it is more about passing along the message to those interested. Thanks again for the post. Enjoyed it.
I actually learned a couple new things here, and will have to pick up a new shovel to keep in the trunk for emergencies. Amazon has had some great deals on windshield wipers lately, so I'd recommend them for other buyers.
Getting your family on board is a tough one for me. Having the kids run into the office when I'm talking with a client was embarrassing. I learned my lesson the hard way. great article.
I find re-gifting socially acceptable if the gift is something that the recipient would love and you don't have a need for. It wouldn't bother me if I found out a got a gift that was re-gifted.
Regifting is OK and variations on the same. If you bought it for yourself and could not use it. If I have it in my house and it is in good condition, then it is open for a possible gift to friends and family. Some of the best gifts were ones I bought and could not use. I hate to see anything go to waste and so many people appreciate that you thought about them.
I have regifted when I knew no one would know, usually things I got from an office secret santa or other such thing that didn't suit me, but did suit the new recipient. I am also okay with returning gifts, and I always include a gift receipt when I give.
The 1-bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment we used to own cost us $757.00 a month (with notice that the cost of rent would be rising in a few months). This was one of the cheapest complexes we could find in our city, most likely because of its sketchy location.
Now, our mortgage is $620.00 a month at an interest rate of 4.00%... (as opposed to the $1500 our next door neighbor was paying to rent his similar sized home) and we live in a much safer and nicer area of our city. We rent out our spare bedrooms for $500 a month, and I also board dogs in other parts of my home for around $1,500-$2,000 extra a month. I could not do any of these things (well, at least not legally or easily) in our apartment. We like in Florida, where staying cool is essential, and have found that it is much easier to keep our much larger home cool than our tiny apartment. After reviewing our past bills (which are entered into a spreadsheet), we have found that our electricity bill is $50 to $100 cheaper a month. My husband is a handyman and is able to do most repairs and maintenance for free or super cheap.
In any event, we have found our home to be of have great value - much greater value than our apartment. Of course, not all people will utilize their house in the manner that we have. I know of several cities where it would make much more sense to rent than own. I just don't think it is as black and white as everyone likes to make it out to be. I hate having actual conversations about this topic because people are so defensive about what they believe to be best (which is usually whatever they are doing at that moment) and come to the table with their conclusions already established...
We just love owning and are on our way to owning our home by the time we are 35 (if not sooner). Then we will take our $2k maintenance bills (we have never paid anything close to this amount) in stride... especially if we keep earning that much or more a month from putting our house to work for us....
It's fine. If someone can use a gift that you received but don't need, what's the harm in re-gifting? Just don't give it back to the person who gave it to you.
I agree with all of these except peanut butter - that is a luxury we bring over from the UK and is only really eaten in sandwiches.
I totally disagree with this and find it way high carb and for most of us, we should be eating healthier. Most are over weight or have diabetes. I truly would have chosen differently.( For example, yams are better option than sweet potatoes and flour---no way plain flour---and their was not mention of olive oil which has been proven to be very healthy)
Jewelry is a must have. Sorry practical gifts just feel like cop outs.
Pasta! It's cheap, filling and goes with everything. I buy the whole wheat or veggie versions for better nutrition. Be flexible with brands/shapes and buy what's on sale.
Make a list of gifts you are going to buy - or price range you will spend on each gift. Then stick to it. In fact, use cash instead of credit card, you will automatically control your expenditure.
Regifting is fine as long as 1) the person you are giving it to will like it and 2) the person you got it from doesn't know it was resifted.
What a scam !!! I have worked around tires my whole life and cant beleive the scams they put out to scare sell tires, sure when you buy new tires you want them as new as possible, but tires can last much longer more like 25 years, it all comes down to spotting dry rot or crack, not the age of the tire. scam!
Wow, you just nailed half of my favorite gifts to receive! Chocolate, kitchen, DVDs, and computer stuff is what I love to get. Hope my husband doesn't see this!
Yes, it is fine if the person can use it, but would just tell them I received it and can't use. So I am not giving as a gift. I don't like to see items go to waste.
Yes, I think it is fine, just as long as you don't accidentally give it back to the person who have it to you in the first place!
I'd put a good old Hershey bar up against any other chocolate bar out there.
This sums it up nicely. I have to agree; sometimes we make living simply, well, not simple. Living a life of voluntary simplicity or minimalism is merely one aspect of developing a larger "Philosophy of Living", which is what I focus my blog on. It is a key element, but sometimes I think that all that needs to be said about it has been said. Now it is more about passing along the message to those interested. Thanks again for the post. Enjoyed it.
I too agree with everything except the chocolate. There is a huge difference. Plus, higher end chocolates aren't that expensive.
I actually learned a couple new things here, and will have to pick up a new shovel to keep in the trunk for emergencies. Amazon has had some great deals on windshield wipers lately, so I'd recommend them for other buyers.
Getting your family on board is a tough one for me. Having the kids run into the office when I'm talking with a client was embarrassing. I learned my lesson the hard way. great article.
I find re-gifting socially acceptable if the gift is something that the recipient would love and you don't have a need for. It wouldn't bother me if I found out a got a gift that was re-gifted.
I also make bullion in the ice cube trays. Boil down left over chicken turkey ect the freeze the cubes. Use them in soup,stew,gravy ect
Regifting is OK and variations on the same. If you bought it for yourself and could not use it. If I have it in my house and it is in good condition, then it is open for a possible gift to friends and family. Some of the best gifts were ones I bought and could not use. I hate to see anything go to waste and so many people appreciate that you thought about them.
Re-gifting is fine as long as it is done thoughtfully and with the person receiving the gift in mind.
I think it's fine. Recycling at it's best!
i think regifting is okay if it's still in good shape/condition and if it's appropriate for the receiver.
I have regifted when I knew no one would know, usually things I got from an office secret santa or other such thing that didn't suit me, but did suit the new recipient. I am also okay with returning gifts, and I always include a gift receipt when I give.
Yes, as along as it's something that you think the recipient may actually like.
The 1-bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment we used to own cost us $757.00 a month (with notice that the cost of rent would be rising in a few months). This was one of the cheapest complexes we could find in our city, most likely because of its sketchy location.
Now, our mortgage is $620.00 a month at an interest rate of 4.00%... (as opposed to the $1500 our next door neighbor was paying to rent his similar sized home) and we live in a much safer and nicer area of our city. We rent out our spare bedrooms for $500 a month, and I also board dogs in other parts of my home for around $1,500-$2,000 extra a month. I could not do any of these things (well, at least not legally or easily) in our apartment. We like in Florida, where staying cool is essential, and have found that it is much easier to keep our much larger home cool than our tiny apartment. After reviewing our past bills (which are entered into a spreadsheet), we have found that our electricity bill is $50 to $100 cheaper a month. My husband is a handyman and is able to do most repairs and maintenance for free or super cheap.
In any event, we have found our home to be of have great value - much greater value than our apartment. Of course, not all people will utilize their house in the manner that we have. I know of several cities where it would make much more sense to rent than own. I just don't think it is as black and white as everyone likes to make it out to be. I hate having actual conversations about this topic because people are so defensive about what they believe to be best (which is usually whatever they are doing at that moment) and come to the table with their conclusions already established...
We just love owning and are on our way to owning our home by the time we are 35 (if not sooner). Then we will take our $2k maintenance bills (we have never paid anything close to this amount) in stride... especially if we keep earning that much or more a month from putting our house to work for us....