I sent a polite email to sister-in-law explaining that my daughter was disappointed. I received a snail mail reply that ...

Atkins likened expiration dates and nonuse fees on gift cards to the “Grinch that stole Christmas,” and said his intent in sponsoring the legislation was “just trying to give people what was paid for.

Q. My sister-in-law made quilts for two of her nieces. They unwrapped them to oohs, aahs, and applause on Christmas Eve at my house. My daughter did not receive a gift.