Need your opinions...

knorton

So, I was surprised at work with a shower today. I am not that far along so I don't have a registry set up. So, all the staff pitched in and bought me a travel system. I hate travel systems. I was planning on buying a carseat and then one of the snap and go frames. I am very short and the travel system strollers are really bulky. Also, it is a pooh stroller and I don't like Pooh. So, my best friend at work bought the stroller, but I don't have the guts to tell her I don't like it. Plus, I am extremely grateful and I don't want to come off as snobbish.  What should I do???

I am fairly positive it is from KMart. Will they take things back without receipts??

(small confession...I got home from the showe and preceeded to spend the next  half hour crying about it.....today I hate my crazy hormones

ErinBrooke

Gosh, that is a tough situation and I completely understand why you are upset. Is there anyway the people at work will find out if you return it or sell it/don't use it? Of course its the thought that counts, but if its something you really don't want/won't use then you should get rid of it.

Just be sure to act really grateful/give thank you cards!

GershiGirl

Wow, I'm suprised they would make such a big purchase without consulting you on it first or at least providing you with a gift receipt!  I would just be honest and tell them that while you're extremely grateful, you had already planned on getting something else that will be a little easier for you to handle and then just ask where it was purchased so you can exchange it for something you really need.  Or you could tell them that you already had a stroller and you don't need another one.  Or you could try and sell it on Craigslist or something and just hope they don't find out?

You definitely shouldn't have to use something that you don't want, but since you weren't expecting them to throw you a shower anyway, you haven't really lost anything.  You could even donate it to charity and you'd be right where you were before they gave it to you

kimmie321

Can you make up a little white lie? Like my mom already bought us one, etc. And just tell your good friend at work the white lie.  

vera1127

I agree--I'd say that you received another travel system that is more practical for your needs and would like to know where it was purchased/if there is a receipt so you can exchange it for something else. Or just be honest and explain that you've thought about it and have found another one you'd rather have and that you'd like to return it for other necessities.

burquegirl505

kimmie321:

Can you make up a little white lie? Like my mom already bought us one, etc. And just tell your good friend at work the white lie. ?

I like this idea. ?You can wait until you do register and then tell them. ?I sympathize with you for being upset. ?It's hard when things should be nice but really don't go your way at all. ?

Rosieoutlook

I agree that it would be a good idea to talk to your friend. Just tell her that you were so surprised and flattered but that you had already decided to get something different because it will be way easier for you to handle. I think it would also be ok to say you had one already or mom bought one for you and told you when you told her about the shower or something. I would not be offended at all if someone asked me for the receipt and am actually surprised that she didn't include it.

lys84

kimmie321:

Can you make up a little white lie? Like my mom already bought us one, etc. And just tell your good friend at work the white lie.  

this is a good idea. also, will they see the stroller, if not maybe you can get away with out saying anything. if kmart doesnt take it back, maybe you can sell it on craigslist or e-bay?

CMM05

kimmie321:

Can you make up a little white lie? Like my mom already bought us one, etc. And just tell your good friend at work the white lie.  

 

I would totally say this too......I know its a lie, but I don't get why people assume they can pick out one of your "big" items without consulting. A LOT of girls don't put their strollers/cribs, other "big ticket" items on their registries b/c family member buy them.......I would totally just say a family member bought it already.....

GL!