This Christmas skip the chaos and avoid the clutter. Think outside the box. Here are some gift ideas that will make you look like the awesome friend/relative that you are, and are clutter free:
The Gift of Health
A 30 Day membership to a gym or fitness facility -– or maybe to a local nutrition store.
The Gift of Time
I love to receive a Gift Certificate to a Movie. I usually feel guilty spending $35 for a movie and popcorn (and that doesn’t include a babysitter). But if I am only paying for the sitter I enjoy myself a little more.
The Gift of Experience
Give tickets to a zoo, aquarium, a tea party, Disney on Ice – you get the idea. Just a little fun doing something that is extra special.
The Gift of the Month
The gift that gives all year long…fruit baskets, cheese baskets, a magazine subscription (digital or paper).
The Gift of Education
What about cooking classes for a child or a dance class or art class?
The Gift of Technology
How about a subscription to Netflix, a gift card for Shutterfly or an iTunes gift card?
The Gift of Service
A gift certificate for a car wash or for an oil change for the car of minivan. I like the gift of a house cleaning or for a babysitter (to use while at the movies).
The Gift of Pampering
A pedicure or manicure or maybe a gift certificate to a hair salon.
The Gift of Memories
Picture frames for the new school picture or holiday picture. A Christmas ornament that they will remember year after year.
The Gift of Love
A hug and a helping hand during a stressful time in a friend’s life cannot be measured.
This year, take some time to think about the gifts that you buy. Make your gifts memorable, enjoyable and clutter-free.
More of Linda’s Columns
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