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Let’s Rethink the Practice of Party Favors
by Jessica Lane
Updated: Dec. 5, 2017
Originally Published: June 5, 2014
It’s time to put an end to the tradition of party favors. Enough of the stale candy, broken trinkets, and plastic junk. No more half-eaten chocolates or misshaped toys that quickly find their way to the trash. We need to reconsider this practice that seems to offer nothing of real value.
Why do we feel the need to hand out these trinkets? Decades ago, it may have seemed like a nice gesture to thank kids for attending a birthday celebration, but is it truly necessary? We’ve moved on from outdated customs like smoking on planes or perming our hair; so why do we continue to distribute bags of junk at children’s parties? The party itself is sufficient as a means of appreciation.
I’m not alone in this sentiment. My friend, writer Laura Thompson, voiced similar frustrations in a recent article: “What compels us as parents to keep this pointless tradition of sending kids home with worthless items?” It’s a question worth considering. Unless we’re on a mission to rid the world of old candy and plastic toys, there’s little justification for continuing this practice.
Let’s eliminate the clutter. No more goodie bags filled with cheap items. I refuse to participate in this cycle of giving and receiving useless favors. After hosting a birthday party for my son, a young guest approached me, not to express gratitude, but to demand his party favor. I was taken aback—what a strange expectation! In hindsight, I realize I should have simply given him two favors to make a point about the absurdity of it all.
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In conclusion, it’s time to abandon the outdated practice of giving out party favors. The focus should be on the joy of the celebration itself, rather than on distributing meaningless items. Let’s embrace simplicity and prioritize experiences over material goods.
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