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Did I Say I have Holiday Gift Idea?

 

The Holiday's are fast approaching and millions of people will be scouring the malls looking for that perfect gift!

If you are like me who belongs to a large clan, choosing gifts for each and every member of the family could be pretty hard. Believe me, I get headaches every year!

But what can I do? I love giving gifts as much as I love receiving one! So, to make it easier for me, I shop way in advanced.

And I'd like share some holiday gift ideas and hopefully, help you guys in deciding what gifts to give this holiday season. And another tip, do it online. It saves time, and it saves money!

Money saved = Extra gifts

First, A Gift Giving Advice 

To make it easier for you

If you are my about my age (I'm 27 years YOUNG), you probably know already how time consuming and brain wracking gift giving is. I don't know about you but sometimes I spend a whole day online or at the malls looking for gifts but I end empty handed.

It's just so hard to decide what gift to give. You ask yourself so many questions that only the giftee can answer! But of course you can't ask him, unless you want to blow the surprise.

Now, imagine if you need to buy gifts for like 10 or 20 different people. Yikes!

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Some Tips
    • If you are close to the person that you need to give a gift to, then you probably know what his interests are. To save time, don't stray and just look for something he is interested in.

    • If you're not really close to the person but you need to give him a gift, like during company wide exchange gifts, you are gonna have to do a little research. Find out what his interests are, what sports he plays, what his attitude is, what his job is etc... These information will help you to easily choose a gift for him.
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    • If there's no way for you to find out any information about the giftee. Go for something UNIQUE, anything out of the ordinary is a great gift that will truly get appreciated.

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    Holiday Gift Idea # 1:

    Personalize It!


    We are in the age of personalization! Everybody wants their name on everything. Sheets and Towels are being monogrammed, Names are put on Mugs and Pens, Doormats have names on them etc...

    And that makes personalized items a great gift!

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    Discover a World of Personalized Christmas Gifts!


    Wouldn't it be nice to receive something that says, "To the Best DAD" or "To my Bestest Best Friend!" or "To the Greatest BOSS!" You can even write a funny quote, like this one written by Louis Hector Berlioz "Time is a great teacher, but unfortunately it kills all its pupils ..."

    What more, you will never be forgotten by whoever it is that you give a personalized gift to. He'll forever be reminded every time he looks at his gift.


    Personalized Premier Eternity Unity Candle Set
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    Personalized Esquire Swiss Army Knife


    Personalized Wine Accessory Gift Set


    Personalized Genuine Rosewood Pen and Case

    Get your hands on Bestselling Personalized items Now!



    Holiday Gift Idea # 2:

    Make It Unique!


    When was the last time you said WOW! or OMG! after opening a gift and really meant it? Gifts should be exciting! Surprising! and something to look forward to.


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    When I started giving away unique gifts, everybody started looking forward to my gifts during the holidays. That makes it a lot of fun knowing my family is eagerly waiting for my surprise gifts.
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    Tower of Clips Desktop Organizer


    More Unique Gifts at Your Fingertips




    Sun Jar
    Collects Sun during the day, and Shines during the Night

    Holiday Gift Idea # 3:

    The Gift Of Knowledge


    If you want your gift to be treasured for life or you want to give something that can better the lives of your loved ones, try books! Check my picks on Amazon on the list below.

    And don't forget the kids! Instead of giving the usual toys, that gets forgotten after a week or so, try brain building toys this time. Kids will love 'em, and their moms will bless you for 'em!


    resized scifiScience Kit Set 4 Bacteria and Fungi, Weight and Volume, Acids and Bases
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    AntWorks Gel Ant Farm

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    Get a load of more brain building toys HERE!



    Holiday Gift Idea # 4:

    The Gift of Fragrance


    Everybody loves to smell sweet and fresh everyday, except maybe for my uncle Luis. Peace uncle.

    Discover a world of Fragrances at DISCOUNTED prices!


    New fragrances come out every so often and people will want that new smell on them, even your family. Some may have a favorite perfume while others love to try different scents.


    CK IN2U by Calvin Klein, 5 oz Eau De Toilette Spray for men. - $ 44.99

    Retail Price: 60.00
    You Save: $15.01

    Blv (Blue) by Bvlgari, 2.5 oz Eau De Parfum Spray for women. Bulgari - $ 34.99

    Retail Price: 75.00
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    Calvin Klein by Calvin Klein, 4 piece mini set for men (total 2 oz) - $ 32.99

    Retail Price: 70.00
    You Save: $37.01

    Brit by Burberry, 3.4 oz Eau De Toilette Spray for women - $ 36.99

    Retail Price: 75.00
    You Save: $38.01

    Fragrances up to 80% off!


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    Holiday Gift Idea # 5:

    Gift Baskets!


    Not the most unique, but gift baskets never fail to get truly appreciated! Don't settle for those ready made baskets that you see in malls.

    Go ahead and make your own basket with items specific for your giftee. If you know what their favorite foods are, you are sure to get hugs and kisses!

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    Northwoods Morning w/ Coffee, Pancake & Muffin Mix, Ham, Sausage, Preserves - $ 39.99

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    Season's Greetings Petits Fours Gift Box for the Holidays $ 14.99


    Feed your MIND 

    bookie...bookie...bookie

    You Don't Have to Learn Everything the Hard Way

    Amazon Price: $14.97 (as of 12/05/2008) Buy Now

    The Success Principles(TM): How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be

    Amazon Price: $11.53 (as of 12/05/2008) Buy Now

    The Four Seasons of Marriage

    Amazon Price: $11.19 (as of 12/05/2008) Buy Now

    The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life

    Amazon Price: $21.00 (as of 12/05/2008) Buy Now

    Small Business For Dummies (For Dummies (Business & Personal Finance))

    Amazon Price: $14.95 (as of 12/05/2008) Buy Now

    Great Stuff on eBay 

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    Hawaii Travel Packages 

    I just saw it available...so...why not?!

    I've always loved to go to Hawaii but I never had the budget... I hope someday it will come : )
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    Wait! this is another Holiday Gift Idea! If you are generous enough, why not? Give your family a gift that they can relive everyday. Give them a story that they can share with their kids and grand kids in the future.

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    By the way! This is my First Lens, How'd I do? 

    OhMe wrote...

    Great lens. I love the lay out and the festive appearance. Wonderful gift ideas. Looking forward to your next lenses.

    ReplyPosted November 22, 2008

    a_willow wrote...

    This lens entered Fresh Squid Contest for November as one of the lenses that has been featured on Fresh Squid group during October!

    ReplyPosted November 02, 2008

    terez07 wrote...

    Wow! Fantastic lens with very good tips for gift giving!

    I really like the advice about giving personalized gifts.

    Again, great job! 5 stars!

    ReplyPosted October 19, 2008

    jmendez wrote...

    Thank You guys for the ratings! It's awesome here! Yup budding pinoy marketer here :)

    ReplyPosted October 10, 2008

    Nimsy wrote...

    You've done great! 5*

    ReplyPosted October 10, 2008

     
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    Hello world. JP Here! I'm a Call Center Trainer by profession and an Internet Marketer by night or day...Whatever : ) I don't know. All I know that whenever the holiday comes, I get headaches! I enjoy the gift giving and excitement of receiving gifts but not the choosing and deciding part of buying gifts. So I decided to make this page for my future reference and for others who are having the same dilemma. Enjoy and Happy Holidays!

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