Originally Posted by
Barb_MO
Why can't people just say, "now gifts please"?
My answer to your question is that I say that all the time and then some friends say "I know you said no gifts, but, I just couldn't resist" or "It makes me happy to get you a gift". I say, but we said no gifts and I didn't get you anything. they make a sad face and say "that's okay". But not really. So I go get them something and they are happy. Hard to break the cycle.
About regifting - I pass things along.