Am I an ingrate?

[mimitabby]

maybe the artist is GIVING them these calendars. I would say you erred in not telling them right away "he's not really my cup of tea, but yes, it's very nice"
in the beginning.
All I can say is to head them off at the pass next year
"my mother, daughter, brother gave me a great calendar that I absolutely love for next year, so please don't buy me one"

[mimitabby]

and, it's not too late to re-gift it! do you have a secret sister?