Ep.387: What we really want this Christmas - Gifts Ideas for the Hard to Buy For

Do you have anyone in your life who is hard to buy for at Christmastime? Do you find yourself saying “I have no idea what to get him / her- they don’t need anything!” If so, this episode is for you.

Krista and Alex begin by talking about why gift giving matters and the spirit that fuels the tradition. We then give you TONS of ideas. From low cost ideas to experiences to subscriptions to tech – we’ve got you covered.

There is no question that the longer we wait to decide what we are giving, the more stress builds, adding to our holiday frenzy. Listen today – decide on your gift – then ENJOY the holiday season!

SOME THINGS YOU HEARD ON THE SHOW

Priya Parker – The Art of Gathering

BUY SERVICES THAT HELP

• housecleaning
• babysitting
• pet sitting
• dinner delivered
• tech support
• personal trainer

THINK LIKE AN AUCTION HOST – PLAN EXPERIENCES

• Trader Joe’s basket
• golf simulator time
• tickets to a show
• fly fishing guided trip
• basketball game tickets
• dinner cooked by a local chef (or you!)
• tea party for 8
• pop up picnic in the park
• red party – everything is red
• a standing date once a month
• classes
• overnight or weekend away
• dueling piano bar
• summer concert

HOMEMADE GIFTS

• art work
• poem
• macrame
• family travel maps
• recipe book
• homemade limoncello or kahlua
• bench made from railroad ties
• advent wreaths
• video of parents or grandparents talking about their lives

SUBSCRIPTIONS

Audible

Spotify

Adventures in Odyssey Club for kids

The Olive Press

Olympia Postal Previsions Club

Murray’s Cheese

Jenny’s Pint Club

TECH GIFTS

Portable speaker: Wonderboom 2

Portable car battery charger (for anyone who has a car)

Smart Frame: Skylight

Air tags (to find things) – this one is a car keyring

Remarkable