Expressing Gratitude

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Re: Expressing Gratitude

@Muzna

There are many different ways to express gratitude around the world.
Some go to great lengths to provide a hand-written note that details the gift that you have given and how much it is appreciated; perhaps even how it will be put to good use or enjoyed.

The most common way is to utter a simple: “Thank you.”

Why is this so difficult for many Pakistani people to do?

Simple example: Our parents taught us that when you are invited to someone’s place for dinner, you go with a gift for the host/hostess. You are courteous and polite while there and thank them when you leave. The next day you follow up to thank them properly; usually with a phone call.

Why don’t desi people do this?
Why did my parents teach me this? Obviously they learned it somewhere…

Agreed with everything but the follow up next day usually with a phone call? This seems too much to me!