Your Guide to Giving the Best Holiday Gifts (and Relieving Your Gift-Giving Stress) By Erin Pittman
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he holidays are upon us and it’s such a joyous time with friends and family. Time to celebrate together, dine together and, for many of us, exchange gifts. Oh, the gifts! Christmas gift giving is so fun and heartwarming, but let’s also be honest for a moment: It’s stressful! Unless you already have the perfect idea in mind, deliberating over the perfect idea for Dad, your spouse, Grandma, your boss and so many others can turn your joy into palpitations — palpitations that get worse each day that passes without the perfect gift. But have no fear, we’ve gathered great ideas for Great Aunt Sally on down to the youngest grandchildren. There is something for everyone out there, and we are going to help you find it.
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December 2021 prince william living
Stirring Up Ideas of Your Own I recently had a really great lunch with my dad. The food was good, but what made it so wonderful was that I had him all to myself — no pesky grandchildren stealing the stage! We caught up on our jobs, volunteerism and the books we are reading, including one he liked on the topic of stoicism. I think we both learned things we didn’t know about the other in our 43 years together on this Earth, leaving me with new books to read and a warm heart. If you’re struggling with gift ideas for a certain someone, call them to connect and chat, take them to lunch or meet them for a stroll. Pay close attention to details they share and see what ideas may arise. It’s been more challenging to stay connected these past two years; reach out.
