Regiftable.com: Regifting Story Contest Rules

Regiftable.com launched for the first time on November 1, 2006 to open a dialog about holiday gifting. At first, we weren’t sure what to expect, but a real dialog is exactly what went on! We’ve had two successful contests with a total of nearly 900 regifting story submissions ranging from horrific to hilarious. During each contest, site visitors rated their favorite stories and three lucky regifters won some great prizes. Regiftable.com has been repackaged twice; each time offering new and exciting features.

In addition to the activity on the site, Regiftable.com received some very impressive media interest. The site was featured on the homepages of MSN, AOL and Yahoo. It was also mentioned in more than 700 media exposures.

We have been so pleased with the success of this site that we have decided to rewrap Regiftable.com again this year. The site has been redesigned to include a few more fun interactive features, as well as another opportunity to win with a new regifting story submission contest. Submit your regifting story today for a chance to win!

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Unselfish Regifting

By: Twila
From: Wichita

Posted: 11/27/2006

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When my daughter was in 6th grade she had a friend whose mother I knew casually. The girl spent a lot of time at our house because her mother spent a lot of time running around. That Christmas Eve they showed up at our door about 10pm and asked if the girl could stay the night as her mom had a date. The mother said she would buy her something for Christmas later. My kids were real slim on Christmas and it was far too late to go buy anything at all. Christmas morning came and the girl was really sad but tried not to show it. Before we opened presents my girl pulled me off to the side and asked if I would pull some of her presents out and give them to her friend instead. What could I do? Mine did not have much but if that was what she wanted. She just kept shaking her head until her friend had about half of her presents. The look on that little girls face was priceless. My daughter regifted without ever knowing what she was regifting.

25 Comments on this story.


That really warmed my heart. She reminds me of my sweet neice who when I visit her asks if I can be the aunt to her friends who are without aunts. Whenever I return from my travels and give her a hug, while she is receiving it she asks me not to forget to hug those friends too. If I bring her something, I must remember those friends as well. She has always been like this, and your daughter has a heart like hers it sounds. A lesson for us all. Comment: S. S. \| China Posted: 2/1/2007

Great Example. I started reading here and was a bit appalled at the ingratitude. (I have not read much yet). Your story is what CHRISTmas is all about. Thanks for sharing. Comment: Milt \| Walla Walla, WA Posted: 12/24/2006

What a great story. So much better than all of the whining and complaining over gifts that we don't need anyway. Merry Christmas and blessings to you and your family. Comment: Pearl \| Centerville, OH Posted: 12/24/2006

What a great story. It made my whole day! I often get discouraged with the greed that happens at holidays and other times. Thanks for a truly inspirational gift (even if it is a regift!). God Bless you. Comment: Susan \| California Posted: 12/22/2006

You have the best and most touching story on this site. You and your family understand the true meaning of givng, and I wish you all the best, even though it seems to me you already have the best!! Comment: Barbara \| Lake Mary, FL Posted: 12/7/2006

I wanted to thank everyone for all the comments to my mother twila. She is the most wonerful mother that anyone can ask for. I had forgotten all about this untill she told me to go on here and read what she wrote. It brung me to tears how could she rember this. She said mothers never forget things like this I only hope now that now I'am a mother I can show my children the same love that my mother has shown me. Shes my best friend and always forgives me when I do stupid things and rembers all i do good. Mommy I love you Comment: REBECCA \| WICHITA Posted: 12/4/2006

WoW! That brought tears to my eyes. What a proud mom you must be! Merry Christmas to you and your family! Comment: Lynn Posted: 12/4/2006

This is the best story I've read so far! I think that was such a wonderful thing for your daughter to do. It was completely selfless. Have a wonderful holiday! Comment: Krys \| Kearny Posted: 12/3/2006

That is a precious story. You have obviously taught your children that it is far better to give than to receive. The best story I have read on this site yet....:) Comment: Jan \| Chattanooga Posted: 12/3/2006

Wow - This brought tears to my eyes. You must have been (and still are) a wonderful mom. Your whole family made such a difference for that young girl. What an example you set! It proves that good parents and their wonderful children can (and do) make a difference. Blessings to you, Merry Christmas! Comment: Cathy Ann Posted: 12/2/2006

Thank you everyone for your kind comments. I am fortunate to have 3 of the best kids in the world. We moved not too long after this and lost track of her. My daughter was working at a doctors office and saw this young lady some time ago.They are both about 24 now. She wasn't able to talk to her, but she appeared to be doing well for herself. I do hope my daughter runs into her and I can catch up on her life with her. She was a sweetie and her ability to rise above doesn't surprise me. Comment: Twila \| Wichita Posted: 12/2/2006

Amazing story. That is what the holidays are all about. Comment: Jessica \| New York Posted: 12/1/2006

What happened to your daughter's friend? Just wondering if your daughter's act of kindness had an effect on either the daughter or mother. Comment: Amy Posted: 11/30/2006

Wow, I was just sitting here thinking how awful this site was with all of the whining and griping until I read your story. Thank you for raising a compassionate person. Comment: Angelia P. \| Everett Posted: 11/30/2006

What a wonderful mother you must be to have raised such a loving and giving child. I can only imagine the tears of pride you must have cried over this selfless act! Comment: Jill Posted: 11/29/2006

Wow - what a kid you have! Comment: Patricia \| Brooklyn Posted: 11/28/2006

what a wonderful life you must have money and gifts aren't everything that is the spirit of christmas!!! and the gift of giving is a wonderful gift in it self..... God bless you and your family for the holidays and into the new year Comment: sabrina p. \| murfreesboro Posted: 11/28/2006

I need a tissue! Wonderful story - best I've read so far - You should be so proud! Comment: Laura \| Sugar Land Posted: 11/28/2006

I'm a father of two little girls and can only hope that, if presented with the same situation, they would do the same. Comment: Thomas \| Palo Alto Posted: 11/28/2006

Your gift was the best gift of all, the love, compassion and heart your daughter showed her friend. I have tears in my eyes and I am sure others will too. How incredible that such a youngster would be so knowing. 10 Bows from me. Please wish your daughter my very best and Happy Holidays to your family. You are a lucky Mom!!!!! Comment: coleen \| trenton Posted: 11/28/2006

This is what Christmas is all about. You made my day. Comment: Jerry S. \| Leavenworth Posted: 11/28/2006

What a kind gesture from your daughter! Be proud of your accomplishments with raising your child. Happy Holidays. Comment: Cherise \| Nw Jersey Posted: 11/27/2006

What you sowed is what you reaped! If all parents raised their kids like you did your daughter, the world really would be a diffrent place today. This something I know my daughter would have done too! Comment: Seema J. \| Edison Posted: 11/27/2006

What a proud mom you must be. I think that is one of the most heartfelt re-gift stories i've heard. Comment: Helen R. \| New Boston Posted: 11/27/2006

What a great kid! I know how proud you must have been. Comment: K D. \| Fort Worth Posted: 11/27/2006

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