We're downsizing this year. It has more to do with life events than the economy. An elderly uncle who was the social glue for the family get togethers passed away recently and my father is recovering from a life threatening stroke so the gift giving thing just seems out of place this year. Instead, everyone in the family agreed to just spend some time together as a family and enjoy that aspect of the holidays without the distractions of shopping and gifts. We'll be fixing some nice meals and just hang ing out.
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