Giving genuine thanks for an unexpected gift shows the giver that you truly recognize and appreciate their thoughtful gesture ...

My husband believes that when we receive an indivisible gift, both he and I should write separate thank-you note messages.

My husband believes that when we receive a single, indivisible gift intended for us as a couple (such as a platter, ...

would prefer that we send a single message, using “we” in the note with one person writing and each individual signing.