A present is to be given, not demanded. Circumstances may change whereby the giver is suddenly stripped of his/her ability to purchase or present a gift even if the heart is willing.

I myself, do not fancy presents as I am not that materialistic in nature. However, this is an issue of integrity, whereby a demand is made for a gift, without due consideration for the giver. This is further exacerbated by the fact that this demand is made in lieu of multiple people, usually resulting in a sense of embarrassment. Should a gift be purchased, this gift is hence not a Christmas present, but one that is yielded by a demand. A demand that goes against the spirit of Christmas, which is one of sharing.

Why do people not understand how fucking pathetic NS pay is? When 3/4 of my expenses go towards necessities like transport and food, whilst I have not even factored in miscellaneous expenses like motorcycle lessons which I am taking.

I show appreciation for certain beneficial actions by reciprocating in return. However, I will not yield in to demands.