2009 Top Christmas Gifts
There aren't many shopping days left to buy gifts for all of your loved ones and sometimes shopping can be quite a chore if you don't have any ideas what to get. There are some top Christmas gifts for 2009 
Anything you can imagine can be found by shopping online. If this is your first season shopping for gifts using your computer, you'll enjoy it so much you won't ever want to go back to the traditional way of shopping.
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Top Christmas Gifts 2009
is a great site for top gift ideas. It provides recommendations on great gifts for Christmas.Gifts for Mom
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(Christmas is December 25, 2009)
Video Games Never Go Out of Style
The video games
of old have morphed into games that allow the player to feel like they're actually in the middle of the game. The good news is that many of the most popular brands of interactive video game have lowered their prices just in time for the holidays, so get yours before they run out.Decide on which game system works best for your family - XBox 360
is a big hit right now, but close behind is the PS3 (Playstation 3), Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS and Playstation Portable (PSP),. Best Wii Games
Zhu Zhu Pets - Top Christmas Gifts for Kids
Another top Christmas gift for 2009
are those soft, cuddly toy pets you can buy in a variety of sizes and animal shapes. What's unique about these animals is that they actually have their own virtual world, so it's not like you buy a stuffed animal and that's it.This furry pet known as a Zhu Zhu
pet toy hamster, is a gift that's ever-changing and kids never get bored of playing with it or developing the world these pets live in. You don't want to wait - these are snatched off the shelves as soon as they arrive in stores. One of the reasons for its popularity is that in the virtual world, kids get to provide food, shelter and clothing for their pets. If their pets get sick, there's even a virtual doctor!Gifts for Kids: Action Figures
; Art Supply Kits; Disney DVD; Kids' Bikes; Lego Sets; Educational Games; Star Wars: Clone Wars; Spy Gadgets; Melissa & Doug
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Hottest Gifts for Teens
Gifts for Teens: Preteen Girls (9-12)
; Preteen Boys (9-12); Teen Girls (13-17); Teen Boys (13-17); College Students Gifts for Teens
Gifts for Her
For those women, buying a digital camera is the way to go. The cameras our grandparents once used with film you had to buy and have processed are rarely seen anymore.
Today, digital cameras are a great gift for the picture taker in your family and it continues to be one of the best selling gifts of all time. You can pick a camera for the beginner or one with a ton of bells and whistles for the more advanced photographer.
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Good Movie Can Shift You Into The Holiday Mood
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Up (4 Disc Combo Pack with Digital Copy and DVD) [Blu-ray]
Calling it the adventures of an elderly widower and an 8-year-old wilderness explorer flying in a house transported by balloons, who must save Kevin, the flightless bird, doesn't begin to describe how it touches the hearts of both children and adults. Disney Pixar's Blu-ray video pack offers many extras, including the charming short feature "Partly Cloudy" (shown in theaters) and an amazing documentary in which the filmmakers visit the actual remote, bizarre, flat-topped mountains in Venezuela that are the site of much of the film's action. To make sure you're never without "Up," the pack also includes a disc for downloading "Up" onto a computer or mobile device.
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 12/18/2009) 
Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny Days
This two-disc commemorative set celebrates the most memorable, silliest, funniest, and downright lovable moments from the groundbreaking children's television show. It's hard to know how the team chose from the years of celebrities, artists, and common folk alike who graced the set of what has been dubbed the most important TV show created for youngsters, as well as the young at heart. The sets from James Taylor, Patti LaBelle, and other boomer favorites are reason enough for parents to own this, but all the extras, including interviews with puppet masters and show creators, not to mention a hardback book, make this a tidy stocking stuffer.
Amazon Price: $24.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
Marvel Animation: 6 Film Set
These animated films put a fresh spin on Marvel comics classics such as Iron Man, Incredible Hulk, Wolverine, and Captain America. Hours of special features honoring specific details of the original comics as well as seamless animation in the pictures prove that this is not only for the comic-book newcomer, but the aficionado as well. It is refreshing to see the level of dedication to bring an update to these characters that are so consistently beleaguered by corruption, whether in the form of big business or nasty politicians. This should be a treasure for any comic-book lover, worthy of placement next to first-edition copies of the comics they depict.
Amazon Price: $36.49 (as of 12/18/2009)
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Disneynature Earth Classroom Edition [Interactive DVD]
In the spirit of "March of the Penguins," "Earth" takes viewers on a year-long journey around the world to see animals in their struggle for survival. The 90-minute documentary, shot on all seven continents, is built around three journeys - polar bears in the Arctic, elephants in the Kalahari Desert, and humpback whales' migration to the Antarctic. Narrated by James Earl Jones, it includes unforgettable scenes from the first "flight" of Mandarin ducks to a nighttime standoff between lions and elephants. The package includes a bonus film on the making of the five-year project.
Amazon Price: $49.95 (as of 12/18/2009)
E Gift Cards
this Christmas? It's not impersonal to give a gift card to someone you care about. In fact, it's considerate of you to let them choose their own gift and ensure they don't become disappointed instead. E gift cards are just like those plastic gift cards you see on the kiosk at grocery store checkout lines - only there's no plastic involved. The gift card notification is emailed directly to your recipient.They get the notification instantly, so there's no lag time. If you're late with a gift, this is the perfect option! And you can personalize the email greeting that notifies your gift recipient, too.
Music Gifts
Strict Joy
Ireland's Glen Hansard and Czechoslovakia's Markéta Irglová fell in love while recording their debut album. In turn, the world fell for the songwriters when they starred in the movie musical "Once." Then, unexpectedly, they broke up. But the duo's musical partnership continues and their vocal harmonies still share a tight clinch. "Strict Joy" is, however, a breakup record. On "I Have Loved You Wrong," a double bass quivers alongside Irglová's voice as she admits, "This estranged organ in my chest still beats for you." The music isn't nearly as morose. With an exuberant sound reminiscent of Van Morrison, songs such as "The Rain," "The Verb," and "High Horses" seem designed to jump-start a broken heart.
Amazon Price: $11.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
Live In London
Unlikely pop star Leonard Cohen and his crack nine-piece band were two months into their first world tour in 15 years when they hit the stage in London. Fortunately, a film crew was on hand to capture every nuance of the spellbinding concert. The songwriter/poet, looking delighted to be there, kicked the night off by sashaying onto the stage in a jaunty fedora, talk-singing "Dance Me to the End of Love." Cohen's whispery vocals, supported by a fine trio of backup singers, has you hanging on every word from the infectious first song to the last - a dramatic recitation of his romantic poem "A Thousand Kisses Deep." Never before has poetry sounded so musical.
Amazon Price: $13.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
At Last
They say that one of life's most difficult challenges is hitting a major league curveball. How about jazz singing? In the whole history of the genre, have there been more than a handful who have possessed the instrument, the timing, the subtleties of tone, and the emotional range to truly inhabit familiar standards and make each seem like a revelation? Chicago's Ann Hampton Callaway is a singer with those attributes in spades, and never have they been more evident than on her latest release, "At Last." Over the years her expressive singing has grown more subtle and convincing. Callaway's talented trio backs her supple vocals with tasteful economy and a light, swinging touch on a mix of familiar chestnuts and contemporary songs. Standouts include a joyful take on "What Is This Thing Called Love?" and a hushed and heartfelt trip through Michel Legrand's lovely "On My Way to You."
Amazon Price: $14.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
Imidiwan: Companions
Tinariwen don't employ roadies to cart around their guitars. They use camels. The rockers from the southern Sahara recorded their fourth and best album, "Imidiwan," in the desert. On the churning "Tamodjerazt Assis" (Regret Is a Storm), you can practically hear the swirl of sand in the amplifiers. Tinariwen's signature sound is a ramshackle jangle of four or five bluesy guitars that interlock, overlap, and jostle for a solo. But there's a greater diversity than before. "Kel Tamashek" is a pleasing acoustic stomp. The trance blues of "Assuf Ag Assuf" has slide guitar that could hypnotize a cobra. Vocal chants are more prominent than before, and several female voices add joyful zest to the galloping "Lulla" and reflective "Chabiba." This stuff is hotter than a Saharan noon.
Amazon Price: $26.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
Scary Fragile
Butterfly Boucher isn't a household name yet (and, yes, that is her real name) due to the whims of her former record label. The Australian songwriter sold 20,000 copies of her 2003 debut, "Flutterby," at the merch stand during a tour with Sarah McLachlan. But the record company deemed Boucher too pop for the indie market and too indie for the pop market, and refused to release the follow-up, "Scary Fragile." Their loss. Boucher eventually won back the rights to this showcase for her talent. The multi-instrumentalist pairs bells and guitars in "Just One Tear" and makes a piano weep for "A Bitter Song." No matter how many times you uncork the choruses of "Gun for a Tongue" and "To Be Loved," they never lose their fizz. File under: Pop Art.
Amazon Price: $11.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
CLASSIC DVDS
Agatha Christie: Poirot & Marple Crime Anthology Collection
For those who like their tea warm and their murder cold, there really is nothing quite like Agatha Christie for peering deep inside the dark corners of human nature, with her legendary sleuths Miss Marple and Hercule Poirot. It is quite a feat to watch how the indomitable pair continue to hold their sunny, sly natures intact while watching others behave so badly - and so deviously - which, of course, is what somehow makes cold-blooded murder, well, fun. The 17 discs and 21 mysteries star Joan Hickson (Dame Agatha Christie's personal choice) and David Suchet.
Amazon Price: $123.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
My Fair Lady
An old friend is back in town and she's looking lovely as ever - or should we say "loverly"? The 1964 movie version of the classic Lerner & Loewe musical "My Fair Lady" is now available in wide-screen format (perfect for that new flat-screen TV). To watch the film is to be reminded of exactly why it won eight Academy Awards. Even 40-plus years later the performances sparkle, the lyrics sound sharp and witty, and the costumes and staging inspire awe. Some of the special features tacked on (footage from the film's star-studded Hollywood opening, Oscar acceptance speeches) seem sweetly nostalgic, while others (Audrey Hepburn's original vocals, information about the elaborate costume production) have a nifty inside-Hollywood feel. All in all, George Bernard Shaw would be proud.
Amazon Price: $13.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
Paul Newman: The Tribute Collection
The blurb on the packaging says the box set contains "13 of Paul Newman's best films." Well, not exactly. The set includes the Robert Altman stinker "Quintet" and 1958's forgettable "Rally 'Round the Flag, Boys!" (a romantic comedy costarring Joanne Woodward, who married Newman that year). Missing are classics like "Cat on Hot Tin Roof" and "Cool Hand Luke." But it also contains some greats: 1960's pool hall drama "The Hustler"; 1969's Wild West romp "Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid"; and 1982's "The Verdict," a courtroom drama with Newman as an astonishingly convincing alcoholic lawyer. 1974's "The Towering Inferno," a lightweight piece of disaster porn with an all-star cast (Steve McQueen, Faye Dunaway, William Holden, and even O.J. Simpson) is still a lot of fun. Almost all of the films were produced by 20th Century Fox, which released this box set along with a 132-page booklet that is filled with both gushing promotional prose and fantastic stills of the late actor.
Amazon Price: $46.49 (as of 12/18/2009)
TELEVISION
Battlestar Galactica: The Complete Series
Battlestar Galactica sneaked onto what was the Sci Fi Channel in 2003 as a remake of the cheesy 1978 series of the same name. But this showcase for the unsettling and first-rate performances from the likes of Mary McDonnell and Edward James Olmos immediately lifted the series about a struggling remnant of humanity adrift in a hostile universe to the rarefied realms of instant cult hit and an award-winning critical favorite. The complete four seasons arrive with a whopping price tag. But trust us when we say the folks who love this show will love to see it all wrapped up just for them.
Amazon Price: $173.49 (as of 12/18/2009)
Ally McBeal: The Complete Series
Whether it was the dancing-baby sequence or the co-ed bathroom at the Boston law firm where TV's Ally McBeal worked, this dramedy about an eccentric, off-balance law school grad desperately seeking love and fulfillment redefined television drama while at the same time introducing many elements - and performers - that have become staples of contemporary TV drama and comedy. The show used voice-overs and often-hilarious fantasy sequences, liberally sprinkled with pop music from across the decades. This 32-disc set comes with a soundtrack of music favorites and a retrospective that taps alumni Calista Flockhart, Robert Downey Jr., Portia de Rossi, Jane Krakowski, Lucy Liu, and creator David E. Kelly.
Amazon Price: $109.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
Ken Burns: National Parks - America's Best Idea
Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns continues his love affair with the American spirit in this six-part series that aired on PBS this year. Narrated by Peter Coyote, this journey through 53 of the nation's stunningly panoramic preserves, including Yosemite, Denali, and Yellowstone, may well constitute some of the most dramatic public spaces ever captured on tape or film. Supported by his trademark banjo and violin soundtrack, Burns takes a fascinating two-century trip through old letters, archival materials, and personal stories.
Amazon Price: $69.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
Note by Note: The Making of Steinway L1037
When it comes to iconic brand names, few match the mystique of a Steinway piano, the instrument of choice for most of the world's top performers. This 80-minute documentary, which aired on PBS, traces the year-long creation of a single instrument, a process that involves 12,000 parts and 450 craftsmen. While the journey from forest to concert hall is rich and engaging, the extras are equally compelling - portraits and performances of a handful of today's top pianists, including Lang Lang, Hélène Grimaud, and Pierre-Laurent Aimard.
Amazon Price: $18.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
BEATLES CORNER
Trivial Pursuit the Beatles Trivial Pursuit
ust because you can't name George Harrison's high school (think of the city from whence the lads hailed, plus "Institute"), don't get discouraged. Surely you will know he wrote and sang the lead on "Here Comes the Sun." No? Not to worry. In this edition of Trivial Pursuit, with more than 2,500 questions in six categories, there will be puff questions for the diehard fan and impossible ones for the casual fan, but sharing and thinking about a time of life that most baby boomers remember fondly is certainly most of the fun.
Amazon Price: $19.99 (as of 12/18/2009)
The Beatles Stereo Box Set
Unless you've been hiding under the bed for the past four months, you've probably heard that all the Fab Four's albums have been remastered and repackaged - available in either mono or stereo versions. The cleaned-up sound is clear and bright and the bass and drums sound beefier than before. There's more separation between the various Beatles' voices, which makes it great fun to listen and sing along. And each repackaged CD contains a DVD chronicling the making of that particular album, with photos, interviews, and film clips of the original sessions.
Amazon Price: $175.49 (as of 12/18/2009)
Wii The Beatles: Rock Band - Software Only
The Fab Four finally steps into the video-game age with Beatles: Rock Band (available on all major platforms). Since the game is aimed at boomer nostalgia, the game play is pretty simple - "strum" the guitar, hit the drums, or sing along, following the color guides on the screen. The more correct notes you hit, the more points you get. The guitars and drums are wireless, which allows for stage theatrics, so this is a fun way to share some of the greatest pop songs of all time - and even work up a sweat.
Amazon Price: $40.00 (as of 12/18/2009)
Christmas Time
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Christmas Carols
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Hot Christmas Toys for 2009
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Christmas Party Games
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Have you decided to have a party to celebrate the holidays this year? Then you could benefit from this handy Christmas party game guide. There are games specifically so that children can have a grand time at parties and games where adults can enjoy t...
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Christmas Is Coming
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As a result of all the glitz and sparkles, all the perfect Christmas scenes and shows, we develop an unrealistic picture of what Christmas should be and how it should be celebrated. You can have the kind of Christmas you want without raising your blo...
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QUERCETTI TOYS Made in Italy
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Quercetti Toys has been able to integrate learning into all of their great products. Quercetti Gears teach simple principles of mechanics. Quercetti Marble Runs stimulate reasoning, planning, and cause-and-effect skills. Quercetti Planes teach the pr...
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Baufix Toys - Classic Construction Toys Made in Germany
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Holztiger Wooden Animals
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Wood Animals by Holztiger offer children the basis for long years of creative play, either alone or in a group. These wooden animals are beautifully crafted figure made of maple wood. Children discover nature in a playful manner playing with these ha...
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Clics toys - Kids Educational Toys Made in Belgium
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Bruder Toys and Trucks -Made in Germany - Loved by Children Everywhere
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Bruder toys are just like real. Constructed out of fade-resistant, high-quality ABS plastic, with no glue or screws. Bruder Toys is one of the largest family owned and operated manufacturers of high quality toys and was founded in 1926. More than 95%...
Playmobil Toy Sets
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Playmobil Knights Castle
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Boys will love this set. As with any Playmobil set, the mix and match, item swap potential encourages wonderful imaginative play. Kids can stage swashbuckling sword fights and exciting battles with the Playmobil Knights Empire Castle. With a dungeon...
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Playmobil Hospital - Made in Europe
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Emergency! With the Playmobil Hospital 4404 your child can care for the sick residents of your town! The new Playmobil Hospital includes 7 figures, functional elevator, adjustable operating table with light, movable patients' bed, reception...
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Playmobil Dollhouse
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Playmobil toys are fantastic - they allow kids to use their imaginations and the detail is amazing! Playmobil has been inspiring children to let their imaginations run free while creating their own adventures for more than 25 years. The German compan...
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Playmobil Zoo - Made in Europe Toys
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Kids can go to the zoo everyday - a zoo of their own unique making with Playmobil Zoo. This zoo features 4 main areas for the animals, and the special Playmobil SystemX building with enclosures and fences. This includes two zookeepers, a family of fo...
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Playmobil Farm - Made in Europe Toys
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It's a beautiful day at the Playmobil Horse Farm. There's so much to see and do with the detailed Playmobil Horse Farm that horse enthusiasts will have hours of fun with this play set. The Playmobil Horse Farm is a farm building with an open...
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Murano Glass Jewelry
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Retro Candy Gift Box
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It's nice to take a walk down memory lane. Do you remember your favorite candy treat from when you were a child? Do you remember the wonderful, endless summer days when you were a child? The games you played, the excitement of discovering the wor...
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West Coast Jewelry
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This lens is for my best friend who loves vintage rings and whose wish list was my inspiration. She has several murano glass rings and other rings from West Coast Jewelry and still wants more. Diamonds Germstones Create Your Own Ring Engagement Ring...
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Chanel No.5 - Classic Elegance
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Chanel No. 5 is one of the best known perfumes in the world. It was the first fragrance from well known Parisian - Coco Chanel. Every woman who wants the best for herself, considers purchasing Chanel perfume at least once in life (maybe my husband...
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Christian Dior Fragrances
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Dior Perfumes, Fragrances and Cosmetics
What gifts are you going to buy for your family?
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- cowgirljess cowgirljess Nov 30, 2009 @ 7:13 pm
- Great lens and very nicely put together. Shopping guides are always great, picking out gifts for people can be a real pain. :)
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- I-luv-Freebies I-luv-Freebies Nov 26, 2009 @ 4:07 pm
- Great Job with this lens!!! 5* and Fav from me!!
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- christmasgiftsfordad christmasgiftsfordad Nov 13, 2009 @ 2:20 pm
- Great ideas and a great lens. I have 4 children to buy for and sometimes it's hard finding unique toys for their ages.
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