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Cheeks24
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
My parents always used to say that Santa made a mistake and left some presents for me (and my sister) at so and so's house.
I wouldn't switch. After opening all your presents, I'd call your parents and have your mom tell her that Santa left some presents there by mistake and she'll be able to open them later.
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MichLiz213
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When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
My mom always told us that if Santa didn't bring it, someone else might. That said, my mom's brother and my grandparents were (and still are) awesome gift givers.
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| Posted 12/22/14 5:18 PM |
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Mrs213
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When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
Let her open it at grandmas and tell her Santa knew that grandma already bought it
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| Posted 12/22/14 5:59 PM |
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
I wouldn't switch the gift. I know that while Santa is a huge part of Christmas, grandparents also get a lot of joy by giving to their grandkids. I think your mom should get the pleasure of giving your daughter a much-wanted gift that she made the effort to get!
However, I see the dilemma of not wanting her to be let down on Christmas morning. So I would see if your mom could give it to her Christmas Eve, and/or have Santa leave a note that says he knows she wanted the ice castle but he didn't leave it because he knows someone special will be giving it to her as a gift (so he got her lots of other things he knew she would enjoy). That way, she won't be disappointed and it will be clear that Santa didn't ignore her wish, but grandma can still give it.
Honestly, my DS (who just turned 6) will sometimes ask for very random things or add things last minute. This is not your situation, but I've explained to DS that while Santa factors in kids' wish list, he also likes to bring surprises that he knows they will like. That way, we don't need strict adherence to "the list " (while if course trying to get the main items). I do like to get things I know he will like, even if he doesn't think to ask for them. I feel like my DS is so caught up in the excitement of Christmas morning that he is happy with whatever is there.
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| Posted 12/22/14 8:28 PM |
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Strawberry2468
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
Definitely switch especially if your mom offered.
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MayBbaby21
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
We decided to switch. My parents wanted to after they heard that my usually shy daughter told Santa when we went for pics that that is what she wanted. Fortunately, my mom is a no drama person, so I believe her when she says it doesn't bother her. She is going to take my leap pad 3 to give to DD. DD has wanted an "i-Pad" (she calls all tablets i-Pads) for a while, but she hasn't been specifically talking about it for Christmas. I thinks she is going to be thrilled.
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| Posted 12/22/14 11:16 PM |
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pharmcat2000
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
Posted by MayBbaby21
We decided to switch. My parents wanted to after they heard that my usually shy daughter told Santa when we went for pics that that is what she wanted. Fortunately, my mom is a no drama person, so I believe her when she says it doesn't bother her. She is going to take my leap pad 3 to give to DD. DD has wanted an "i-Pad" (she calls all tablets i-Pads) for a while, but she hasn't been specifically talking about it for Christmas. I thinks she is going to be thrilled.
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| Posted 12/23/14 12:56 AM |
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blu6385
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
Glad it worked out.  just some friendly advice for you and every one else that got to castle. If you are unsure about wrapping it or setting it up I would set it up! It took ny DH at least a half hour maybe 45 min. to setup the while thing. So if you want to avoid having to sit there Xmas day set it up before hand  
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| Posted 12/23/14 1:14 AM |
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allIwant
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
Posted by Century 21 Dallow - Christine Braun
I wouldn't switch the gift. I know that while Santa is a huge part of Christmas, grandparents also get a lot of joy by giving to their grandkids. I think your mom should get the pleasure of giving your daughter a much-wanted gift that she made the effort to get!
However, I see the dilemma of not wanting her to be let down on Christmas morning. So I would see if your mom could give it to her Christmas Eve, and/or have Santa leave a note that says he knows she wanted the ice castle but he didn't leave it because he knows someone special will be giving it to her as a gift (so he got her lots of other things he knew she would enjoy). That way, she won't be disappointed and it will be clear that Santa didn't ignore her wish, but grandma can still give it.
Honestly, my DS (who just turned 6) will sometimes ask for very random things or add things last minute. This is not your situation, but I've explained to DS that while Santa factors in kids' wish list, he also likes to bring surprises that he knows they will like. That way, we don't need strict adherence to "the list " (while if course trying to get the main items). I do like to get things I know he will like, even if he doesn't think to ask for them. I feel like my DS is so caught up in the excitement of Christmas morning that he is happy with whatever is there.
I ageee with all of this and wouldn't switch
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| Posted 12/23/14 7:06 AM |
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kahlua716
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Re: When the gift DC keeps asking Santa for is coming from Grandparents
Posted by nferrandi
I would probably have your mom give her the castle. I am all for the magic of santa, but I think grandma is just as important. I would remind her Christmas morning that she hasn't gotten all of her gifts. And you can just tell her that your mom and Santa planned it together.
Agree.
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