Gift Exchange Enthusiast Pillows

December 24th and the December 26th.

"And your reason for returning the sweater?"

"Legs together, David -- You're hamspreading again."

US dollar rising and falling.

Labrador Non-retriever

CEO.

'The whole office is slack-jawed and drooling! It's either a zombie invasion or that smooth jazz you play on the intercom.'

On the fifth day, Neville opts for jewelry.

'We leave for France tomorrow. I just can't wait to visit all those famous museum gift shops!'

"You know, we've given this same bottle back and forth to each other for so long that it's probably pretty good by now."

'Wait until you see what you got me!'

The Re-Giving Tree

"Read the card! Read the card!"

"I'm not giving up the present till I see the party bag."

"...And don't forget to include the receipts!"

"I see many gifts. They say do not open till Christmas."

'It's my stool sample.'

'Where are you, Mrs. Harris? I have another delivery for you.'

"Honey - this is soooo special!"

'You're kidding? Your birthday wasn't REALLY six weeks ago was it, darling?'

'My brother is going to stay with a family in France, and a French boy is coming to stay with us. Did you know your parents could exchange you?'

"Sorry I'm late. Argos was a nightmare."

'Eric, who gave me a handmade bookmark for Christmas, gets a 62 percent on the midterm. Ann gave me a mug. She gets a 71. Gina gave me a weekend for two in Vienna. She scored a 98!'

'You remembered our anniversary!'

"I'm afraid I can't do anything unless you have a receipt."

"You ain't gitting on this train until I git off first."

The key to eliminating work-related clutter and stress: Proper Paperwork Triage!

The final secret-santa gift exchange between the Greeks and the Trojans.

I think the real question is, why do I feel I have to give out toys? Can't people like me just for me?

"The new year is an excellent time to celebrate new beginnings by exchanging gifts with those you love."

'Yes, son, it's the thought that counts. But I've found it helps if it's an expensive thought.'

Santa Claus

'She's behaving just like an adult.'

What are you getting for the baby shower? She's got an online registry at some giant baby store. Nice! Then you can get exactly what she wants. And at the party .. Everyone knows exactly what I spent! Better add a few onesies to your order.

December 26th . . . The Returns