or a long explanation.
Try something like this:
“Hi, everyone! I’m simplifying Christmas this year. Going forward, I’ll be buying gifts for the grandkids, but I won’t be exchanging individual presents with adults. I love you all, and this isn’t about changing that. I want to make the holiday less stressful and focus more on spending time together. Please don’t feel obligated to buy me anything, either. I’m sharing this now so everyone has plenty of time to plan.”
You can make the message warmer, firmer, or more specific to
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