That is a really good idea about doling out your child's presents throughout the year. My ex's mother did something similar -- while her three kids were at school/daycare, she packed up half of their toys and books and put them in the attic. She would slowly swap items in and out, and she paid attention to what they never used, and quietly donated those items to Goodwill.
I think in the U.S., most of us have too much. I have much too much, and not enough space for it all. I feel so overwhelmed by the holidays because I know people are going to give me more things. I try to ask for experiences or consumables, but some people don't pay attention to that. I think my mom is finally starting to catch on, fortunately. This year she's giving me tickets to a Baltimore Symphony Orchestra concert that interests me.
That is a really good idea about doling out your child's presents throughout the year. My ex's mother did something similar -- while her three kids were at school/daycare, she packed up half of their toys and books and put them in the attic. She would slowly swap items in and out, and she paid attention to what they never used, and quietly donated those items to Goodwill.
I think in the U.S., most of us have too much. I have much too much, and not enough space for it all. I feel so overwhelmed by the holidays because I know people are going to give me more things. I try to ask for experiences or consumables, but some people don't pay attention to that. I think my mom is finally starting to catch on, fortunately. This year she's giving me tickets to a Baltimore Symphony Orchestra concert that interests me.
Concerts tickets are a great idea. Enjoy the show!