The towel thing is hilarious. Her name isn't Barbara Vanhoose is it? Sounds exactly like something my aunt would have done.

At Christmas i usually get something for my mom, girlfriend and all the children in the family. IF i come across something i think is funny or great for any of the adults i will get it for them. So last year my sister got hatchback lifters because i got tired of hitting my head when helping her carry things from her car. The year before i borrowed my brothers van and had it detailed because he never washes it and i couldn't take it anymore. Once i bought a flask that had a funny image and quote on it for my cousin whos known to drink too much.

I feel zero need/want/guilt/whatever to buy meaningless gifts for everyone. I have a closet full of candles and trinkets and cheap dollar store electronic kitchen gadgets that people get us for Christmas. Save your money...let's hang out instead and play "remember the time".