It seems
that those long-planned birthday and holiday events are always creeping up on
us. One minute, there's "plenty of time," to think about making
travel arrangements or finding that perfect gift. The next minute, you've got a
matter of days or even just hours to find the perfect gift. When you're in a
rush, that's the absolute worst time to launch yourself into a panic and run
out to the mall - you'll just come back with a pet rock or soap-on-a-rope. Take
a breath, fire up your web browser, and look for the perfect gift online.
Don't worry
about shipping and delivery. Many special gifts can be purchased and delivered
digitally, like digital media, event tickets, or gift cards. Others can ship
straight to your loved one's home, and you can print a picture of the special
item you've found with a complete description from the website (often even
including the package's tracking number) to insert into a card. Whoever you're
purchasing for, they'll appreciate the though and personal touch a lot more
than they will that pet rock! Here are a few ideas to get you started:
* Gift
Cards: Folks used to view gift cards as the lazy man's gift - no more! As our
society breaks off into smaller and smaller niches, offering greater and
greater variety, the items that appeal to one person are no longer perfect for
another, even with such utilitarian items as tools and appliances. A gift card
allows the honoree to get what they really wanted to begin with, and they're
available from such a broad range of retailers, you can still make your intent
and personal connection clear. Best of all, you can purchase them in moments
online.
* Land:
Here's something out-of-the ordinary and that you can get emailed to you
immediately: it would be a Deed to Land to land in all 50 States of the USA.
The land is only an inch in size but it comes with an attractive Deed printed,
or on a plaque or in a frame. Best yet it is legal, personalized and perfect
for anyone and can be sent to them immediately...or you receive it, print it
out and hand it to them immediately.
* Media:
Whether we're discussing books, music, or movies, the consumption of media no
longer implies the use of a physical product. Digital media through sites like
Amazon, iTunes, and Netflix can be purchased in a number of gift formats, from
gifting specific tracks, volumes, or episodes, or granting subscription or even
open-ended access. You can be as specific or general as you like with the gift
of digital media.
* Wine: As
far as traditional housewarming or home-based event gifts go, wine is a true
classic. By spending a few minutes online, you can add a very special twist to
what would otherwise be a thoughtful (if boring) gift. Think about gifting a
membership in a wine of the month club, or perhaps having personalized wine labels
printed and affixed to the bottles. Either way, your gift will continue to
speak of friendship and care long after the event itself has passed.
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