To keep, or give away?

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I don’t have much money. I’ve started to realise since I’m moving house soon, to my own apartment, that a few of the things I originally bought for other people, are things I might want to keep for the apartment.

These include a beautiful crescent moon and sun and stars purple crystal sun catcher and some lovely rose print, gold rimmed, stemless wine glasses that I could use for special occasions.

If I don’t give them away, I’ll have to spend more money on gifts for one couple and a friend. Money I haven’t got when I’m posting multiple Christmas gifts overseas and interstate for extended relatives; plus, I have to shop for 3 more birthdays and 8 more Christmas presents. What should I do?

Oliverlogan263 · Answer

Oof girl, that is a tough call! On one hand, keeping those items for your new place would save you money that you need right now. But you also don't want to go back on gifts you originally bought for people.

Honestly, I'd say talk to the folks you got the items for. Explain your money situation with the move and all the gifts you have coming up. Say something came up and you're wondering if they'd mind if you held onto the items for your new place instead, since you picked them out thinking of them.

Most people would understand if it's a genuine financial issue. Offer to make it up to them somehow down the track when money isn't as tight, like treating them to a nice dinner or activity instead. As long as you're honest about your situation, I'm sure they'd appreciate you putting your needs first right now.

Friendship and family should be understanding, especially around the holidays! If they're not cool with it, then maybe see if you can sell or return something else instead to make up the funds. Either way, hope you can get it sorted sis. Moving is stressful enough without the added pressure of gift shopping!

Staximus · Answer

What you should do is stop buying all these presents for people that you can't afford

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