Birthdays - Getting A Birthday Gift
In this article we're going to solve one of the biggest problems
modern man can possibly face, finding the perfect birthday gift.
You would think finding a birthday gift for someone, especially
someone you know would be a piece of cake. Well, sometimes it's
easier just getting the cake. The present can be a real pain in
the neck, especially when you THINK you know someone.
It's better to be safe than sorry. The truth is, unless you are
absolutely sure of someone's interests, it is almost impossible
to pick out a perfect birthday gift that the recipient is going
to just go nuts over. So here are some simple rules of thumb
that should keep you from getting the look at death when handing
over your gift to the birthday boy or girl.
1. Keep your eyes and ears open throughout the year leading up
to the recipients birthday. Try to get some idea of the person's
interests. The closer you are to this person the easier it is.
For family members, this is very easy especially if you pay
careful attention. The truth is, throughout the year your family
is going to see something on television or hear something on the
radio that they're going to make a comment on as something
they'd like to have. Maybe not in so many words, but the point
will be made, even if subtly. Whenever this happens, make a note
of the item. If it's something that may be gone soon, go back to
the store when you're alone and pick it up, even if it's ten
months before the big day. This way your shopping for this
person is done and you can relax. You know you got something
that they're going to love.
2. If you can't get a good idea from the person what they might
like, talk to other family members. See if they know something
that the person in question wants. If family doesn't know then
ask friends. Somebody has to know something about this person's
likes.
3. If one and two bomb out, the next step is to snoop around the
person's room, if you have access to it. See what they have
laying around. Make a note of the kind of clothes they wear. If
they're really into a certain kind of clothing or accessory and
have a number of those items that you know they bought for
themselves then there is a good chance that getting one more is
going to bring a smile to their face, especially if it's an item
that is very popular.
4. If all three things bomb out then the next step is a gift
card. Credit cards actually sell these now so you can give a
gift card to that special person that they can use just about
anywhere. Believe it or not, they'll be really excited about
being able to go anywhere and get anything they like.
5. The final option is cash or a gift certificate to a
particular store. Cash isn't very romantic but again, you can
use it to buy anything. You really can't go wrong with cash
especially if it's a nice amount. By following the five tips
above you shouldn't have too much trouble getting a birthday
present that will be more than appreciated.