Nowadays, we live in a ludicrously gift-giving society. It is often claimed that people offer presents without taking into account the true importance of doing so. But does it have to be that way? Has gift-giving really lost its meaning? My personal experience on 2 different occasions tells me that many gifts could be described as priceless or innapropriate depending on the particular timing they are given. Specifically, I have received 2 gifts which have made a huge impression on me, a hand-made album and a mock watch.
One of the best gifts I have ever received was a hand-made album which contained a great deal of photos about my schoolife. I was offered this album as a farewell gift when I finished the primary school. In particular, one of my best friends, George, decided to give this present to only a few people. Of course, I consider it to be valuable and original, as it will always bring me back to my childhood. As soon as I took the album, I felt really enchated and emotional. I realised I had made life-lasting relations and friendships. In fact, I believe this special album is the most exorbitant present I have ever been given.
But not all gifts are chosen with such care. I will never forget it when my cousin, Marie, gave me a fake brand-named watch. Surely, I was negatively surprised as soon as I found out how expensive my gift was. Indeed, I did not really want to believe that my closest relative had offered me such a tacky imitation of watch. Of course, I was not that amazed when the watch stopped working in a matter of minutes. In any case, I did not expect my cousin to give me such a horrible gift, especially because it was a birthday present...
To sum up, we can see that giving a tasteful and special present is not so easy. I am totally convinced that most of you have already given or been offered terrible and awful gifts. To my mind, a gift is most meaningful when it is made with love, care and effort. So, as the old saying goes,'It is the thought that counts'.
Liked your ending! Yes, it is the thought that counts, not the money as a lot of people tend to believe!
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