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Hello, good morning, I'm Vanessa Yazmin and I'm going to tell you about my anecdote. **The Wrong Gift** It was my sister's birthday, and I had planned to surprise her with a special gift. After much thought, I decided to buy her a necklace I had seen at a local store. To make sure she would like it, I sent a message to my mom asking, "Would she prefer a necklace or a bracelet?" My mom, seeing the message, thought I had already decided to buy a necklace and replied, "A necklace would be perfect." With that response, I went to the store and bought the necklace. However, when I gave the gift to my sister, her expression changed from surprise to confusion. "Oh, thanks, but I was really hoping for a bracelet," she said with a forced smile. The misunderstanding was due to my mom interpreting that I had already made the decision, and I didn’t clarify that I was seeking her opinion. Additionally, the message was open to confusion, as it wasn't clear that I truly wanted to know what my sister preferred. To resolve the situation, I decided that honesty was the best approach. I explained to my sister how the confusion had occurred and offered to exchange the necklace for a bracelet. Although she initially felt bad about the situation, she ended up laughing and appreciated my sincerity. We agreed to go to the store together so she could choose what she really wanted. From this experience, I learned that open communication is key, especially when making decisions that involve others. Sometimes, assuming that others know what we’re thinking can lead to misunderstandings. Next time, I will be clearer in my questions and ensure everyone is on the same page before acting. I also realized that being flexible and willing to correct mistakes can turn an awkward situation into a funny anecdote.