[dougscats]

I just made a buy using paypal as gift again.
Only this time I feel guilty.
Thanks guys.

In the end, I do usually follow my feelings [I trust them more than rationalization], so my "gift" days may be over [though I still hold out hope of being persuaded otherwise].
Of course, you're right, Jeff; once the word "gift" is used, it's hard to argue ethics [This had dawned on me just before I read your message; I couldn't believe I had conveniently overlooked that word].

I am like an old dog, I'm sorry to say; sometimes I have to learn a lesson a few times before it gets drilled in [though to be honest, age has nothing to do with it; like how many times must I learn to be more prudent and shut up sometimes?].
I've found myself humbled/disappointed in myself on Net54 a few times, now. But I would aspire to integrity, and so I appreciate the lessons.

The aforesaid notwithstanding, I'm happily editing this ending!

I just tested it [Sending money by paypal] your way, drc--going to "Personal"/checking "Payment Owed" [instead of "Gift"], and then changing Method of Payment from credit card to bank account--and lo and behold it worked!--no fee to either buyer or seller!

So you can transact for free, and ethically, too!

Good news for all!

Thanks again.

Duh, Doug