Momof4, I LOVE that you made scrapbooks for your kids!! I seriously have all my shopping done by September...I really hate crowds and waiting in lines ha ha! I love gift cards, lots of people say they are impersonal but I think they are perfect! Especially when money is tight for some people, a nice dinner or free movie is really appreciated. I also feel that presents at Christmas are not things that people need, but special things we think they might like or would never get for themselves! Stay calm everyone and enjoy time with family and friends!!