Sometimes the importance of the occasion paralyzes us. How do we adequately acknowledge the occasions of those we cherish dearly? Gift registries assist us in determining what the celebrants desire. The price tag assigned to these items makes it easy to know how much each requested item costs. However, it also makes it almost too transparent. Alternately, Aunt Maude's silver tray might become a more appropriate gift (for the giver) because it has no assigned retail value, but unallocated worth + sentimental value. But, this might not be a gift that the happy couple values.
Ultimately, we are all happiest when we apply the platinum rule and gift to others items they would like (with or without the assistance of a gift registry) versus gifting items that we would like.
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