Hometown Moments & Memories
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STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART GIFTS DON’T NECESSARILY HAVE TO BE TANGIBLE. THE RECEIVER DOESN’T HAVE TO OPEN A BEAUTIFULLY WRAPPED BOX OR EVEN HAVE TO DIG DEEP INTO THEIR STOCKING TO FIND A PRICELESS AND THOUGHTFUL GIFT THAT CAME STRAIGHT FROM YOUR HEART. Travel (Near Or Far) Is there someone on your gift list who needs some time away? Maybe it’s to see a distant friend or relative who lives in a different state. Maybe a night at the museum or to go see a movie is just what they need. Children may like to discover a children’s museum or a new library. Check out sites like www.groupon.com or www.livingsocial.com for discounted admissions to local attractions. The Arts Give the gift of creating or discovering! Plate spinning, pottery, and basket making are great ways for someone to reach into their creative souls. Check the local community education program or classes at nearby colleges for activities that are offered in your area. Kids can enjoy the arts too! Get Moving Gym memberships are great gift ideas! So are dance, karate, and skating lessons.These gifts can be given to individuals or to families. A year-pass to the local State Park or National Park is also
another great opportunity to get outside, move, and have some fun! Some Pampering Pampering doesn’t always mean the spa. For some, an evening of relaxation means not having to cook, clean, or do laundry. Give someone the “night off” and do the chores around the house for them. Others could use a night away from being “mom” or “dad”. Babysitting is not just for teenagers! Show someone you care by giving them a night to themselves! Fun With Friends Remember when you and your friends could spend hours doing basically nothing? You just wanted to spend time together! A day with a friend doesn’t always mean fishing, shopping, or seeing a matinee. Sometimes the greatest gift you can give a friend is your undivided attention. Listen as she tells you about work or he tells you about his family. Spend time just listening.You’ll learn a lot about your friend and how lucky you are for the friendship!
