Disparity between presents for DGC.

I think you need to boost her self confidence kitty. Could you not rave about how practical, cosy and what a lovely colour the socks are? Would it be OTT to say that you wish you'd thought of something so useful?

Ignore them kitty. They obviously measure being a grandparent by how much you can spend, and need to take a look at what they contribute in terms of time and commtment, relative to what they can realistically do. My daughter's MIL doesn't have much money, but is able to support their young family in so many different ways. We both appreciate each other for our commitment to our grandchildren. She takes them for more walks, as she lives round the corner, and can pop in to babysit at short notice. I make baby meals, bring nappies, help with feeding, and so on. What on earth does how much money you spend on the present have to do with anyhing? The children decide what they like about their presents, anyway, and often it's the cardboard box it came in!

Thanks soop

I'm feeling a bit mean having posted. Thinking about it, she perhaps lacks imaginatio. How ever little you spend, there must be more interesting things for a four year old than socks.

Some people lack good manners...and I'm not referring to you and your husband. Ignore and wear a .