rather than something that leaves everyone stressed and stretched thin.
“I’d rather spend less time shopping and wrapping and more time enjoying the holiday together. Please don’t feel that you need to buy me a gift, either.
“I know this is a change from what we’ve done before, but I wanted to give everyone plenty of notice. I hope we can keep Christmas focused on being together, making memories, and enjoying the kids.”
I read it one final time.
My thumb hovered over the send button.
Then I pressed it.
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