#292 - Accepting a Gift You Don't Like

Accepting A Gift You Don't Like

Underwear
Classical Music
Arts and Crafts Projects
Really Thick Books
Ugly Sweaters
Ugly Sweaters with Snowmen

Maybe you can look at this list and say, "I'd love that." Then good for you. There is nothing wrong with getting a snowman sweater or a think book or even underwear as a gift that is something you really want or need. But it may not be what you want to find when you open a package on your birthday or Christmas or Hanukkah. At those times it is important to remember that it is not what is indie the package that matters. What matters is that someone took the time to do something he or she thought was nice for you. That is why it is important to know how to react to that thick book or snowman sweater.

excerpt from: 50 Things Every Young Gentleman Should Know