His family knows of the changes in my diet, yet they persist in sending us food gifts I cannot consume.
I’ve made sure my husband thanks them for these gifts, but I have remained mute about them. I’m a prodigious thank-you note writer, even when I receive something I cannot use or don’t like. Should I be thanking the in-laws for the food I can’t eat? If so, what should I say?
But perhaps you feel you must address their having “included” you in the gift. In that case, you would write, “Connor asked me to thank you for sending him the side of beef. We both wish you a very happy New Year.”GENTLE READER: Probably what we used to mean by “trying too hard.”DEAR MISS MANNERS: I have hosted a Christmas morning brunch for friends and family for the last 15 years or so. It is my gift back to friends and family for all their support and friendships.
One thought is giving the money to a charity and letting the guest know I have done so in their name. I would add that the pleasure of their company is all I require for brunch. Suggestions?
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