“Don’t Buy That Fruitcake!” – Be a Gift Giving Guru This Year
Yesterday is history. Tomorrow is a mystery. And today? Today is a gift. That’s why we call it the present. ~Babatunde Olatunji
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Article We Like: Belief In Santa Claus
My daughter, Maggie, believed in Santa Claus until she was 11. She believed without question that Santa Claus does exist. She argued with friends who told her otherwise and would be in tears defending Mr. Claus’ existence. The reason Maggie felt so strongly about her Santa Claus is because she met him. Not just some big fat guy at the mall with a fake beard but the real Santa Claus beard and all.
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31 Great Gifts That Keep On Giving
If you’re wondering what kind of gift to buy for the person who already “has it all” this holiday season, you’re not alone. It’s hard to come up with new and creative ideas for that special someone. But don’t fret. If you’re looking to buy a gift this year that won’t fade away once the newness wears off, then you’ve come to the right place. Take a look at these gifts that keep on giving.
Book We Like: 29 Gifts – How a Month of Giving Can Change Your Life
At age thirty-five, Cami Walker was burdened by a battle with multiple sclerosis, a chronic neurological condition that made it difficult for her to walk, work, or enjoy her life. Seeking a remedy for her depression after being hospitalized, she received an uncommon prescription from an African medicine woman: Give to others for 29 days.
Gift Giving Company That Makes A Difference: Changing The Present
Welcome to Changing The Present, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit website offering gifts that change the world. Browse our causes to find gifts that make a difference, or search for your favorite nonprofit to make a donation. You can share these gifts with your friends and family, or use them for your own nonprofit giving. Our gifts are a great alternative to that bath set or novelty sweater you were planning to wrap up this holiday season — just choose “Create A Card” from the shopping cart to send a personalized greeting card announcing each gift you donate in a friend’s name.
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Blog We Like: The Gift Insider
I started The Gift Insider because I absolutely love shopping for the most unique and creative products in the world. I grew up in West Bloomfield, Michigan, where even as a kid, I had so much fun finding the perfect gifts for everyone in my life. I have a journalism degree from the University of Wisconsin, and I currently live in Chicago. I originally started The Gift Insider as a hobby while working at magazines like Good Housekeeping and Esquire, but I left the publishing world to pursue my passion for creative gift giving.
Tip: Let Them Know They Light Up Your Life Like a Star
The International Star Registry ® gift package includes a beautiful 12″ x 16″ parchment certificate, available framed or unframed, with the name of your choice, dedication date, and telescopic coordinates of the star. You’ll also receive an informative booklet with charts of the constellations plus a larger, more detailed chart with the star you name encircled in red.
Birthday of the Week: December 9th
A December 9 Sagittarius finds their identity through group involvement. These high-energy people enjoy being challenged and seem to have a knack for starting conflicts with authority. Loaded with a self-confidence that would seem like conceit in others, they’re unwilling to acknowledge the possibility of failure. They possess an edgy attitude that often draws them into controversy.
24 Gifts You Can Give From Your Kitchen
Homemade gifts don’t have to take much time, and are a wonderful expression of your love and creativity. For the “down home” cook, fill a basket with Southern flour or cornbread mixes, stone-ground grits, preserves or syrup and decorate a few wooden spoons tied with a bright Christmas bow. For the gourmet cook, a basket with jars of ripe olives, capers, olive oil, anchovies, and a pound of spaghetti along with an Italian cooking video or cookbook, and a recipe card for an authentic Pasta Puttanesca.
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