I mean seriously, I'm 15, and not once have i got a present on easter. My brother and I always get a couple of easter eggs and a chocolate bunny and we're happy with that. (over joyed, actually, chocolate which is our own, woo hoo!) So today im seeing all these 'i only got a few presents in my easter basket, im so ******* sad' what's with parents giving gifts on easter? I thought gifts were for birthdays and christmas's if that. If i have kids, all they'll be getting on easter is chocolate, or if they can't/don't like chocolate, lollies.
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I think it's weird too. Presents should be for birthdays and christmas and the occasional "I just wanted to give my kids a surprise". For Easter, we'll do Easter eggs, but that's it. I am Catholic and live in Ireland (96% Catholic population) and I'm also pretty shocked to see that most kids are now getting money for their first communion and confirmation. I read an article stating that the average 11 year old doing his confirmation can expect about 450 euro total in cash presents from families and friends and neighbours. Some parents will also have a huge party and rent a bouncy castle or whatever. My husband and I have agreed we would not do anything like it and if someone gives them cash in spite of our asking them not to, it will go straight into the college fund.
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