As the seasons blow their breezes, the cycle of life is marked by
rhythms that break the monotony and tedium of daily routines. Holidays
are those clarion call moments that force one to take a deep breath and
review life. Shake off the weariness and refresh body and soul.
The
calendar teems with holiday occasions the world over, celebrating
diverse customs and traditions. Whether a formal or religious ritual or
informal celebration, holiday gifts must be custom-built for the
occasion. If you are familiar with the event's background, then choosing
an apt gift will not be too tough on your nerves. Picking up a few
extra gifts is always be wise-you never know who you want to toast with.
Business
associates exchanging holiday gifts can inject a little
lightheartedness into their gifts. You must of course guard against
business improprieties or negative sexual overtones in the choice of
gifts. Personal care products, lingerie or jewelry are best avoided.
Scan from an array of computer accessories, photo frames, tabletop
decorations, that old-faithful coffee mug in multicolor, diaries and
distinctive stationery.
A cross-cultural holiday gift needs to be
seriously researched. Your international friend or colleague or host
will not take too kindly to incongruous offerings that patronize or
slight. As a holiday globetrotter, before presenting gifts to hosts, do
your homework on cultural etiquette and social connotations, including
the color of the gift-wrap paper. Be extremely alert if your holiday
gift is for someone from Japan, the Middle East, Latin America or Asia.
For
a family trip, holiday gifts must be planned systematically, with a
budget and a list drawn up. Include the number of people or households
being visited and family favorites. To save suitcase space, one sleek
gift per family will suffice, provided it is of substance and value.
Electronic gifts, home furnishings/accessories, books that range from
the latest best-sellers to timeless classics or a collection of
spiritual essays or lectures, talismans, gourmet chocolate, wine,
personal care items, build-it-up kits, DVDs, jigsaws and board games for
kids, can all spell leisure and enjoyment.
As couples, holiday
gifts can be easy, as you know each other's idiosyncrasies and cravings.
As friends, it gets easier-you just know how to make the good times
roll. Theme parties with costumes and music can be a lavish holiday gift
idea that injects the maximum enthusiasm at holiday time.
If you
are staying at home for the holidays, send your cards out early.
Surprise your janitor, baby sitter, neighbor, nurse or mail man. Spread
the good cheer and count your blessings.
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