Merry "Time of the year when it's still several weeks until Christmas but you should be buying gifts anyway because this is a consumer culture and your possessions define you" Day. If you don't celebrate Christmas, I have a couple of things to say to you. First, I hope that dreidel comforts you while you're rotting in hell. And, second, just because you're not Christian doesn't mean you can't enjoy God Jr.'s birthday just as much as the rest of us. Just do all the typical Christmas stuff and designate December 25 "Matthew McConaughey Day" or "The Shampoo and Conditioner in 1 Festival."
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30 Wii systems sold in my department in a matter of a day. Wow...consumer whorism indeed. Yes, I have one of those lovely systems as well, but I got it way back in March, with my hard earned cash. Spoiled, spoiled children these days!
Parents, stop being so crazy, please. Your kid won't hate you because you didn't buy them every last thing on their list, and if they do, it's a life lesson, and they'll get over it in a week. Constantly trying to gain acceptance from your children is terrible. They love you, just don't fucking beat them.
Kids, life lessons: you don't always get what you want, you have to earn things in life, and you should be thankful that your parents buy you half the shit on your list rather than beating the shit out of you. You're probably going to forget about that Wii that you wanted so badly in like a year anyway when something better comes along, so suck it up and go play in the snow.
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I hate when people ask me what I want for Christmas as well. In my opinion, I just want something small that has meaning derived from my relationship with that person. Something that means something to both of us, something I will actually enjoy and cherish.
I work hard for my money, and I will use that money for items that I actually NEED and WANT. I would rather gifts be something thoughtful, something I wouldn't necessarily buy for myself. All in all, I would usually rather get nothing.
Having said that, I have been meaning to pick up a Wii as of late.
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