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By Rich Maladecki

Are you feeling the holiday spirit yet? Let’s prepare to give back to our friends and loved ones with a few meaningful gift ideas.

Handmade gifts are always appreciated by the recipient. Some creative ideas for your consideration: a custom basket filled with “goodies” that your friend or family member enjoys, personalized Christmas ornaments or candles and holidaythemed baked goods.

An interesting and colorful holiday idea is to decorate your interior doors with Christmas wrapping paper. Or better yet, coordinate a contest of inviting each family member to decorate one interior door each.

If you are an exclusive holiday giver of “Gift Cards,” - consider offering these popular non-feebased 2023 cards:

■ Amazon

■ Dairy Queen

■ Apple

■ Gas Card

■ Nike

Many publications are promoting the idea of the “3 Gift Rule” of only awarding a maximum of three gifts to everyone on your holiday gift list. Do you agree with this philosophy? Consider using this question as a starter conversation with family and friends at the next gathering.

If you’re looking for budgetfriendly gifts for 2023, please consider the following options: a stylish reusable shopping bag, a custom leather bookmark or a personalized photo book. These are just a few ideas for gifts $50 or less that still have a personal touch.

An intriguing gift idea that is given all year long is a subscription to one of the many “gift of the month clubs.” Meaningful examples include monthly deliveries of wine or flowers or chocolate and coffee. There are dozens of these types of monthly gift opportunities on the internet. Do your research and select the appropriate year-long gift for a loved one.

Let’s explore some unique holiday gift suggestions for 2023:

■ A gift certificate for a hot air balloon or helicopter ride

■ Bonsai Tree Kit

■ Wireless Charging Stand

■ A pet dog or pet cat

■ A get-a-way weekend package to a nearby destination