Yes Lou, you should expect a thank you. I agree with Momof4. At first, I too was overly generous with gifts for parents and kids and would rarely receive a thank you for anything I did. I couldn't believe it at first and am still not used to it. I now ask the parents if dcb or dcg liked their gift. If they squirm or are embarrassed that I had to ask, so be it. It is very rude and inconsiderate to not acknowledge and say thank you for a gift. Lou, I also agree with a and b. I would not do this again. If you want to gift then do a gift card. I do have to say though, you are incredibly sweet to have thought of them......even though they didn't deserve your generousity