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Donna Vessy the Gala Guru's blog post You’ve Got….NO Mail

Dear Gala Guru, I am a grandmother of six, and every year for Christmas, I send each grandchild a card for Christmas along with a check for $100. I have been doing this for 15 years now. In the beginning, I would get a sweet thank you note.  But the notes have dwindled as they […]

Read Full Post Posted on: January 13, 2025
Donna Vessy the Gala Guru's blog post The Etiquette of Gift Returns and Regifting

Dear Gala Guru, Now that the holidays are over, I am taking inventory of some of my presents. There are several that I will never use and just don’t like. What are your thoughts on returning the gifts to the store or re-gifting them next year? Sandie Relax—you’re not alone. We’ve all unwrapped a gift […]

Read Full Post Posted on: January 6, 2025
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