People die, but money never does.
There's a fearful term that's in fashion at the moment - closure. People apparently believe it is desirable and attainable.
If people don't read, that's their choice; a lifelong book habit may itself be some sort of affliction.
Giving presents is one of the most possessive things we do, did you realize that? It's the way we keep a hold on other people. Plant ourselves in their lives.
We all act as hinges-fortuitous links between other people.