Choosing the perfect Christmas gift for someone can be a big challenge. It requires time, creativity, and money, which are all things we tend to lack during this time of year. So, in an effort to help you find the perfect gift for the special people in your life, here are a few ideas:
Mom. Your mother is the person who brought you into the world. She’s changed your dirty diapers, put up with you spitting baby food in her face, and sacrifices daily for you. Christmas is a great time of year to sacrifice a little for her to let her know what she means to you. Your gift to her doesn’t need to be expensive, but it should be thoughtful and it should require some sort of sacrifice on your part.
Make her a goldleaf vase. Then, make a habit of filling the vase with flowers just to let her know you’re thinking of her throughout the year.
Buy her something she really wants. Pay attention when she says, “Boy, I could really use some new gloves,” or “I really wish I had a new pair of black boots.” Again, it doesn’t have to be expensive, but put some time and thought into what she would really want from you.
Dad. Your dad is the guy who teaches you how to drive and helps screen the guys who want to come pick you up for a date. He might not appreciate your macaroni Christmas ornaments or popsicle stick picture frames as much as he did when you were five, so take some time to think of something he’d really appreciate.
Make him a picture frame or refurbish an old one. Frame a picture of the two of you together and write a note to let him know how much he means to you.
Buy him something he’ll appreciate. If what he wants is a little out of your price range, suggest pooling money with your siblings or mom.
Sister/Friend. Shopping for a sister or friend can be easier because you probably go shopping together pretty regularly. And even if you don’t, it’s easier to pick something out you know she’d like. Sometimes making something for her can be more meaningful. Try knitting her a scarf or making her a box for all of your memories together.
Brother. My brother can be one of the most difficult people on my list. Since he reads this blog pretty regularly, I’m not going to say what he’s getting this year. However, I will say that I am giving him something that won’t just be a gift for him. If you give your brother these shoes, a child somewhere in the world will get a pair. If you buy your brother one of these, it will help build wells for people who don’t have access to clean water. If you buy him this great bag, it helps people in India who have disabilities make a fair day’s wage.