December 23rd, 2009
It’s getting down to the wire now…do you still have an unfinished gift list? Here are some last-minute gift ideas that just might save the day (and your sanity) while keeping you out of the harried pace of the malls and the bumper-to-bumper holiday traffic.
Gift Cards
While it’s true that a gift card is only slightly less impersonal than cash, it’s still likely to be greatly appreciated by the recipient. Just be sure to choose a gift card that fits the person, and select a thoughtful card to go with it. And think outside the store — perhaps the person on your list would love to receive a gift pack of movie tickets, or gift cards for greens fees, restaurants or other services.
Food Deliveries
Though you’ve likely missed the cut-off date for paying anything less than an arm and a leg for the shipping of perishable items, there’s still hope. Many companies (such as http://HarryAndDavid.com) feature email notification of the shipment of gifts — in other words, you can still order a gift basket or food items today, and though the company won’t deliver until after the holiday, the recipient will get an email card explaining that a gift is on its way. In these cases, it’s best not to send holiday-specific items (in other words, nobody wants to receive Christmas decorations or Christmas cookies on December 27th). Stick with fruit, sweets or the classic wine-and-cheese selections.
Music
The gift of music is always appreciated, and the iTunes store allows you to send electronic notification (i.e., email) about gift cards or MP3s purchased for someone on your list.
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