There are other threads to complain commiserate about holiday-related overspending, wasteful gifting, meaningless consumption, etc. Let's hear some happy stories: great inexpensive gifts, successful reining in of spending, meaningful traditions, or what have you. Bring on the cheer!
Here's mine: my husband comes from a family where Christmas meant, literally, piles of presents all around the living room. His mother loves to see the delight in a child's eye at the stacks of packages, and again as the wrappings come off. Over the years, as her kids all grew up, she kept up that attitude and then extended it to the grandchildren. But this year DH and his siblings have finally convinced her that they don't care about getting more stuff! She agreed to a $50 limit per household (though I'm sure the littlest grandkids will still get some extra toys). She is actually relieved at the reduced shopping and financial stress. Yay!