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Do you feel that Christmas will be less commercialized because of the recession? email this discussion to a friend?

myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)3 months ago

Is Christmas going to get more back to the basics? For instance a family meal, the family time and less about purchasing gifts, and spending so much money?

 
 
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1. myLot reputation of 79/100. spalladino (9061)   3 months ago

I believe that this will happen with a lot of families, yes. When a family is having financial difficulties, such as a job loss due to the poor economy, the entire family makes adjustments. I don't believe that so many children will be screaming for the latest and greatest toys for Christmas or that their lists will be as long because they're aware that times are hard. My family has always been pretty traditional at Christmas...more focus on getting together and enjoying ourselves and less focus on gifts. My husband's family is Italian and the eating starts on Christmas eve and continues for days. So, not too much will change in our family.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy Theres no doubt on how the Italians love to celebrate with family. I remember many large gatherings! Appreciate the response!

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2. myLot reputation of 96/100. AmbiePam (15422)   3 months ago

I actually think it will. I have no idea what commercial advertisers are planning to get our money, but even though they might rake in some dough, I doubt as many people will be swayed this year. So many of us are getting hit square in the face with reality, and reality is the only thing we really have that matters is our family. And for those who are Christians, God and the reason for the entire season.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy You have really spoken the truth! Everything still is so uncertain and wasting now can be a serious problem! Appreciate the response!

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3. myLot reputation of 94/100. jugsjugs (3228)   3 months ago

I think that christmas will be advertised just as much as usual as everyone who is in a buisness will be trying to get as much money as they can no matter what.I think there will be alot less people spending as much money as they did say just last year as they are struggling to keep up with all those bills that keep going up.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy I do not think that their sales will be as much as they would like. I do thnk that people will be concerned with food and making sure that the bills are paid! Appreciate the response!

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4. myLot reputation of 78/100. whiteheather39 (13442)   3 months ago

I would really enjoy seeing that kind of old fashioned Christmas.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy I agree, more down to earth and more hand crafted gifts,ect! That would be very beautiful. Less people going farther in debt too! Appreciate the response!

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5. myLot reputation of 99/100. ElusiveButterfly (9467)   3 months ago

I truly doubt that the big conglomerates will cease to advertise their products just because we are in a recession. However I do believe that gifts may be more frugal this year for a lot of people.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy You are right! People are getting wiser about managing their money. Many lessons have been learned and many habits changed. Appreciate the response!

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6. myLot reputation of 91/100. uath13 (3878)   3 months ago

That's what it's always been for my family. My kids have never gotten all that much ( except from their grandparents ) but we've always had the big family gatherings. I don't have the funds to spoil my kids & wouldn't even if I did.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy When they get too much, you have to wonder how they can learn appreciation! Sounds like you have wise judgement!~ Appreciate the response!

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7. myLot reputation of 97/100. GardenGerty (20522)   3 months ago

There will still be people who will hock themselves to the eyeballs for gifts. Maybe not for as many people, but still it will be way overdone.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy I think that people are more aware of how unpredictable the economy is and they will be more careful! Frugal spending, ect. Appreciate the response!

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8. myLot reputation of 94/100. Lakota12 (17251)   3 months ago

we ahve always done the basics for if they get one big present or just a card as long as we are all together we are happy and not sure if we will get more commercails this year than we ever had


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

It is so true, it is not all about spending money! Appreciate your comment and happy mylotting!


myLot reputation of 94/100. Lakota12 (17251)  3 months ago

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9. myLot reputation of 91/100. grecychunny26 (5237)   3 months ago

I believe christmas will more simple as last year. Everyone had suffered from recession, I think a simple dinner would be enough for us this christmas. I will buy gifts but simple and economical gifts, the things that my family members will use for their daily lives, I want my gifts to be useful. I will only give money to my god childrens that will visit me, so that those money they will use it as their pocket money to school or to buy things they really needed. I will advice them to use their money wisely. Our decorations will be less too so that we can save energy and effort accesorizing the house. My objectives this christmas is to enjoy the holiday in a simple and economical way.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy Your very right about what is needed and what is useful. This makes alot of sense and I agree with you! Appreciate the response!

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10. myLot reputation of 99/100. Thoroughrob (7975)   3 months ago

I do feel it will be more back to the basics. It almost has to be with so many people not working or taking pay cuts and less hours. I know it will be here. We are going to get a couple of things for under the tree, but that will be about it. We will still make it fun and have a great time.


myLot reputation of 96/100. eaforeman6 (4205)  3 months ago

happy You have made good points. It can still be a wonderful time and very enjoyable. Appreciate the response!

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