The holidays are a lovely time of year for many people. Well, for those who were done shopping in October, anyway. If you’re still not through your list, you might be scrambling to find the exact fit – that gift that says you actually know someone.
Here’s a simple guide that might just help you find that elusive perfection.
For the hard to buy for:
Everyone loves lotion. Peruse organic lotion options, pick a scent (make sure it’s scented with pure essential oils), gift wrap it and you’re good to go. No need to stress. If you’re crafty, you could whip up a batch yourself.
For the fitness nut:
They run, they jump, they work out. They’re just so dang fit. For this person, try this: the Fitbit Flex Wireless Activity + Sleep Wristband. In all honesty, it’s a glorified pedometer. But, the premise is pretty cool. Your friend will love you forever, undoubtedly.
For the foodie:
Wanting to get something for your friend that’s obsessed with food? Try buying them a subscription to a cooking magazine. Have the magazine send a card to your friend telling them they have a subscription on the way. A gift that keeps on giving.
For the meat obsessed:
Instead of going for that bacon-wrapped chocolate bar you were considering, get them an organic grass-fed beef gift box. Yes, they do have them, and it ships right to your loved one’s door.
For the friend that has everything:
They buy, and buy, and buy. When this person wants something they just go out and get it. This creates a problem around Christmas time. How about a nice journal? Perhaps to keep track of their health status, or just to unwind after a rough day. It’s a very unique and personal gift that they’re sure to appreciate.
The gadget nerd:
Sure they’re a gadget lover. But that doesn’t mean that they can’t hike and bike and still keep their gadgets and gizmos close to their heart. Purchase them a shock-absorbent, waterproof case for their favorite device. Then they never have to leave home without their smartphone. Though maybe they should.
The hectic mother:
Three children, two dogs and a house to clean. Spending time with this friend may be much harder than when you were in college and fancy free. It’s time to intervene. Your friend keeps pulling excuses out of a very large hat for not going out. Hire a babysitter, plan a spa appointment and convince this very busy mother to take some much needed “me” time.
For the animal enthusiast:
They love the Earth and all the animals on it. Why not sponsor an endangered animal in their name? Just a few dollars a month could help save an entire species! Your friend will not doubt love this gift much more than anything material.
The movie fanatic:
Whether your friend likes action, loves mystery or doesn’t watch anything besides romance, a Netflix subscription will light up their holiday. At 9 dollars a month, it’s only 108 dollars to buy them unlimited streaming for a whole year! Gift: taken care of. All they need is an internet connection and a device with Netflix capability. Which is pretty much all of them.
We at The Alternative Daily wish you luck in your holiday gift endeavours!
-The Alternative Daily
