To ask if you’re happy with your DH gifts ?

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I’m feeling sad as I’ve read So many posts from people saying they’re disappointed, or DH’s haven’t bothered etc and they’re having a shit time.
Have you received everything you asked for ?

DH has been very good this year and more festive than ever knowing we have a little one the size of a poppy seed inside me currently ! I think that’s helped lol
DH is doing all the cooking as I can’t bare the smell but I’m going to try my best .
I’ve been asking for 6 years for cow girl boots (something i have always wanted), but still awaiting those 🤣 but other than that I’m happy and hope you are too!

I am always happy with the presents l receive, no matter how much or little is spent. He knows me so well.

Mine were rubbish. Most disappointed.

Yes, I got craft stuff from dh, really pleased. In-laws got me chocolate, national trust membership and premium bonds. Just what I wanted. I've been trying to get rid of clutter this year and I love going out on family day trips but usually can't afford to.

A fitness app subscription and a pair of fitness shorts (too small) and top (at the limit). No sign of the headphones I heavily hinted for nor the picture of the DC I asked him to print out and frame ("you can do that yourself"). I do need to get fit and lose weight...maybe the aim is to be able to fit into the shorts by next year
Oh, and nothing organised from the DC, fortunately they made something at school so I had something to open even if it was only decorated washing up liquid

We've been renovating a house this year so all our money is being spent on house related items. I bought him nothing (as agreed). He's given me money so I can go and buy something for myself. Such a sweet thought as I've not bought anything for myself all year.
Whilst presents are nice, please remember that it really doesn't matter. If you have a loving family and a roof over your head you are richer than most people. Why not try and simplify Christmas, make it about spending time with those you love, rather than money spent. That way there's a better chance you won't be disappointed.
Merry Christmas everyone.

Yes. I got some lavender oil, an RHS scented candle, some really nice cooking spoons and some gardening shoes. Bit humphy about the latter, I asked for the fleece lined crocs from the garden centre and he's bought expensive Town & Country ones.

I have nothing. He has nothing. Just kids.

I was already happy with just a voucher for a bike service (doing a charity ride in 2020) until DH asked why I hadn't opened my other presents. Well DH, that's because you forgot to put them under the tree!
He found them, so I was even happier!

Not really. It’s not about the money, it’s just the lack of thought he’s shown this year. We didn’t have a big budget this year but I still managed to get him thoughtful gifts I knew he would like. Trying to focus on all the positives though- I’m off with my 2 kids who got loads so very lucky overall.

I got a Harry Potter invisibility cloak, some HP Lego to do with DD1, some books I really wanted but had forgotten I wanted and a tower of Ferraro Rocher. Probably spent less than £50 in total but very thoughtful and I'm very happy.

I got DH a picture painted of us all and some chocolates. He was thrilled.

None of us (there are 7 adults and 4 DC here today) have received any gifts-for-the-sake-of-gifts so I'm calling that a win.

A bit disappointed and I think I'll suggest we don't bother next year. I feel guilty and a bit mean for saying that.
He does try but he leaves it to the last minute. I suggested some cashmere socks and nice photo frames and I got cheap versions from China from amazon. Not even proper cashmere. And mdf frames
It bothers me as I put so much thought and effort into gifts. And I'd rather not get anything than stuff I don't really want.

Gin and tickets to see The Killers. Perfect!

Currently on holiday so it was stockings only... But he got me a new kindle and case... And the kindle has a light as he knows I read at night (insomnia).
Plus a pocket diary and some chocolate.

DDs did pick up that Santa bought them and DH Top Trumps but I didn't get any... In future I will have to get DH completely different stocking stuff or we will have to coordinate more.

Very happy. I had

Four nights away, booked and organised, in a place I love
Chanel perfume
Several fabulous books
An over the bath book / wine glass holder
And some other small thoughtful things like lip balm

Made a list on Notes and shared it so I got what I wanted and so did he
But he also got me an SSD for my laptop as I've been pulling my hair out at the length of time it takes to do anything.
I also got him an Ashleigh Burwood lamp for the office room, as he's been jealous of mine in the living room.
Both giving ds money and I'm taking him sale shopping when I get up tomorrow (working until 7am. Groan).

My DH did a great job. He's very thoughtful, always buys things I would never think of but that are well suited to me. He did buy me a ridiculous amount of chocolate this year, though! Think he's turning into a feeder...

I got everything I asked for. We operate a strict "don't stray from the list" policy. It's mercinary but it works

I got a Karcher floor cleaner.

😐

My DH is a nightmare to buy for and he's not a great present buyer so I've wanted to do no gifts for years but he won't give in.
Having said that he is getting better. I got some lovely Pandora jewellery, nice perfume and a couple of things I'd ordered/seen myself.

Well, DH bought me a wine rack not realising I'd already ordered a different wine rack. Turns out that not all of the wine he bought me even fits into the wine rack he chose so he's going to return it! He also bought me a very pretty bottle of Japanese gin.

I am pleased, despite the wine rack, as I wasn't really expecting anything much as we've spent a lot of money on the house in the past few months.

I have no presents at all.

Not has he.

Perfect!

Just us, the dog, an early walk and some good food, crap telly and no hassles.

Bliss

Describes my day too! Perfection.

My DH bought me a new iPad which was a surprise and I wasn't expecting. He's always great at choosing gifts, he also got me some perfume and a running hoodie with pockets (I've been trying to find one for ages). So yes, I'm extremely happy with my gifts!

DH got me a Louis Vuitton Neverfull but because I nearly died having our son he gave it me early in oct .... meaning I got feck all today not even a card 😂

I'm happy.

I wanted to replace our bedside lamps earlier this year.

So we said for Xmas how about we get each other one as our present to each other. However. They have to be from home sense and the budget was £40. The more garish or odd the better.

I love mine 😂 but I think the one I got for DH is better.

He bought me Salt Water Sandals and I have absolutely no idea how he knew I wanted some, I'm thrilled. I've quizzed him to how he knew but he's just said to just accept he's a fabulous husband and not ask again... even his mother rolled her eyes at that.