I mean a little of both? It's always nice to get a gift on my birthday or Xmas. I had someone give me a bag of food one time. And hey, food is great. Who doesn't like to eat? It's also nice to take a bit of time to find something that I know someone will like.
I got deer poop in a bag one year, a half burned log, and some other weird gifts. Those weren't really nice surprises.
I definitely reached that age where finding awesome stuff for your loved ones is more exciting than receiving stuff. Though receiving stuff is also fun! I like things!
I get more excited giving and can’t keep secrets so all of my gifts end up going out early unless the person wants to keep it waiting (I’ve given out all my Christmas gifts except the one to my brother so far already,”