Some Thoughts on Gift-Giving
1. Remember, it is not so much what you give for a gift as it is the thought behind the gift.
2. Think about the person you are buying for, what do they like? What are their passions? What are their favorite colors? Do they have a favorite sport? Or a team they follow? Answers to these questions will give you insight into what a person would appreciate.
3. When they give gifts, what type of gifts do they give? Normally people do what they wish others would do for them?
4. How much you spend on a gift may mean different things to people....some people are sentimental while others are into price and the bling. Know the person you are buying for.
If it is a new relationship, best to go simple, practical, and reasonable enough to say I care but not to scare them away if they haven't expressed an interest in you.
If you are engaged or married, sentimental and quality is the way to go. Let the person truly know that you know what they need....keep the gift personal like don't buy a household item for your "sweetie" unless they told you they want that item as a gift.
Most men who are significant in your life like electronics, etc. but feelings need to be mutual as most electronics are costly.
5. You may want to try shopping online to save time from going to multiple stores. However, check to see if shipping cost can be waived...it often is waived with a minimal purchase amount.
Think in advance who you might want to shop for by asking yourself, how many people do you want to buy birthday gifts for in the next few months and try to buy them together if you can.
Remember only to put your personal information for purchase on sites that have secure paysites indicated by https at check out. You may want to open up a paypal account to use for purchases from all sites to know you have a secure site to make purchases as you might not trust the publishers of the website. https://www.paypal.com/. If you don't know what to get, old fashioned money or a gift card to a place that the person enjoys always works and saves time. You can gift cards at places like:
- Cheesecake Factory (You can also order online frozen cheesecake to be shipped to that person) http://shop.thecheesecakefactory.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Home_-1_10251_10001
- And most restaurants
7. If the person is stressed and and needs a little TLC, paying for a massage or a manicure/pedicure by giving a gift certificate is fine.
8. Some folks just like you to spend some quality time with them and doing something that they enjoy. Remember this day is not about you, it is about him/her. :-) If necessary, just ask what they would like for their birthday.
I love celebrating birthdays because it is the only day that I truly get to celebrate another. I love celebrating holidays because it's about family and friends being together and being thankful for each other.
Some Great Online Safe Sites to Check Out
http://www.sears.com/
http://www.target.com/
http://www.1800flowers.com/ Floral arrangements and other gifts
https://www.ediblearrangements.ae/ Delicious fruit baskets and gift baskets
http://www.target.com/
http://www.1800flowers.com/ Floral arrangements and other gifts
https://www.ediblearrangements.ae/ Delicious fruit baskets and gift baskets
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