It's time for the annual jokes about giving your father a tie -- so I thought it would be a good time to find out what Father's Day gifts dads have actually enjoyed getting over the years.
There were some surprises. Matthew Smith, a new father, says "I honestly love ties." Maybe your dad does, too -- you should know.
Most people's suggestions fell into one of two categories: Spending time with your father doing something he likes, or high quality gifts based on his interests.
Chris Beem, for example, says, "The year before my dad died I gave him a deep
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Quality Time and Quality Gifts: Your Best Choices for Father’s Day
by Jane Wangersky June 15th, 2010 | Father's Day, Presents
Eco-Friendly Gift Ideas for Any Occasion
by Patti July 21st, 2009 | Presents
Do you keep the environment in mind when you shop for gifts for other people? Choosing a gift that is original and well suited to an individual that can do good things for the environment is a winner all the way.
Let us take a look at some eco-friendly gift giving ideas that can work regardless of whether the occasion is Christmas, Mother’s Day, a retirement, a house warming, etc.
Give the gift of life, which for the environment translates to a tree. Either purchase a “grow a tree” kit for someone special or find somewhere that you can dedicate a tree
Let us take a look at some eco-friendly gift giving ideas that can work regardless of whether the occasion is Christmas, Mother’s Day, a retirement, a house warming, etc.
Give the gift of life, which for the environment translates to a tree. Either purchase a “grow a tree” kit for someone special or find somewhere that you can dedicate a tree
Saying Thank You and You Matter to Me on Non-Holidays
by Patti June 23rd, 2009 | Presents
Holidays are wonderful opportunities to tell the people closest to you how much they matter and to say thank you for their presence in your life. One way that many people choose to do this is by giving cards and gifts. Tokens of love, even those of the material kind, are always welcome.
It is important to bear in mind, however, that holiday gift giving does not have to be reserved for special holidays. You can create your own special occasions based on what is happening in your life and the lives of those around you. You might decide to present
It is important to bear in mind, however, that holiday gift giving does not have to be reserved for special holidays. You can create your own special occasions based on what is happening in your life and the lives of those around you. You might decide to present
Gift Giving in Corporate Circles
by Patti June 2nd, 2009 | Presents
When it comes to giving gifts in the corporate world it is not the same as the gift giving that takes place among informal circles (in other words, your family and friends). While gift giving is most common during the Christmas season, there are other holidays and occasions throughout the year where it may be called for.
Giving gifts in the corporate world is often about showing employees how much they are valued for their efforts. It also might be a way to thank your clients for their continued business. It also might be a more personal gift, such as for
Giving gifts in the corporate world is often about showing employees how much they are valued for their efforts. It also might be a way to thank your clients for their continued business. It also might be a more personal gift, such as for
Gift Wrapping Suggestions for Sensational Looking Gifts
by Patti May 12th, 2009 | Christmas, Hanukkah, Presents
Everyone is not equally adept when it comes to wrapping gifts. Despite my valiant efforts, I have wrapped my share of less than picture perfect looking gifts!
There is no tried and true formula for choosing gift wrap that is becoming to the eye or for wrapping a gift in an ideal manner. It is more a game of trial and error. Try different things and see what works (but have fun trying!).
If you want to wrap a gift for a birthday, graduation or holiday that will convey a message of specialness to the recipient, then it is important that you
There is no tried and true formula for choosing gift wrap that is becoming to the eye or for wrapping a gift in an ideal manner. It is more a game of trial and error. Try different things and see what works (but have fun trying!).
If you want to wrap a gift for a birthday, graduation or holiday that will convey a message of specialness to the recipient, then it is important that you
