"Janet" > wrote in message
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> In article >, gravesend10
> @verizon.net says...
>
>> . . I never consider food an appropriate personal gift for any
>> occasion unless it's requested specifically...
>
> I disagree. Someone who already has everything they need, can still
> enjoy some special cheese, handmade chocolates, smoked salmon, their
> favourite booze.
>
>
>> Were I going to give a relative a gift I'd think a dozen pair of warm
>> socks or a quality bath towel set makes a far classier gift
>
> You think? LOL.

I don't like getting food gifts unless it is something I will specifically
eat. And yes, I have asked for cans of beans and gotten them!