[medicalfox]

I honestly don't want to see any of my family, but I can't cut full ties since I'm on their health plan and I'm not working Christmas so I'm expected to see them. I was planning to just go to the dollar store since that's what they're really worth, but my boyfriend said that's mean even though the trauma and neglect they did to me was worse than any dollar gift could be. So, what should I get them or is the dollar store okay? To be fair my parents combined income is in the six figures so they could (and do/will) buy whatever they want, but don't feel that way about me or my siblings and my siblings just spend all their money on alcohol. Also, I don't have a lot of money since I'm young and don't live with my parents. Is a gift bag of candy an acceptable gift? What's cheap, but acceptable? I have 3 siblings to shop for and my two parents.

[DechanDawa]

There are plenty of nice, acceptable gifts at the dollar store. Buy gift wrap (at the dollar store, of course!) and wrap them attractively. Take your time and shop selectively. If you are young and don't have a lot of money everyone should give you a break. Nice candy is an acceptable gift. Include little cards (or cards you make yourself) to personalize the gifts.

[ruh roh]

Oh yes...this is very familiar. If they are not likely to appreciate anything you give them, do not squander your resources. Bake some cookies and put them in a basket with a half pound of coffee or tea, maybe some chocolates.

[TerriLynn]

A plant, poinsettia for Christmas, or a Christmas flower arrangement.

[PumpkinPieHead]

What about gift cards?

[MiddayNap]

You could always get them a candle to warm their icy hearts.
I'm being completely serious; candles make lovely gifts. Choose one with a pleasant scent, tie a ribbon round it, and you are golden.

(You may be thinking a candle's flame wouldn't create enough warmth to thaw a, presumably, frozen human heart. However, I am operating under the assumption that their hearts are the size of a thimble.)
Whatever you choose to give them remember: No matter what their reaction, if they were abusive towards you, literally anything is more than they deserve. Keep this knowledge in your pocket, especially if they are that annoying breed of parent which uses guilt to manipulate their child.

[DechanDawa]

Originally Posted by MiddayNap

You could always get them a candle to warm their icy hearts.
I'm being completely serious; candles make lovely gifts. Choose one with a pleasant scent, tie a ribbon round it, and you are golden.

(You may be thinking a candle's flame wouldn't create enough warmth to thaw a, presumably, frozen human heart. However, I am operating under the assumption that their hearts are the size of a thimble.)
Whatever you choose to give them remember: No matter what their reaction, if they were abusive towards you, literally anything is more than they deserve. Keep this knowledge in your pocket, especially if they are that annoying breed of parent which uses guilt to manipulate their child.

This is a nice idea, with interesting sentiment. It's hard to give when the feeling isn't 100% there - but still, this is a nice idea.

[HonestlyLying]

Since they abused you why don't you buy them whips and chains as a token of their hatred. They wouldn't dare ask why you gave them tools of the trade.