Downsizing our living space this year has led to a whole new way of thinking about gifts….it begs intentional thought both for receiving and giving! SoI have compiled a short list of suggestions with the hope you will add more! Aging helps define the joy of presence…a visit from a friend or family member is a gift that far outweighs anything new from a store! A handwritten note via snail mail changes the day! So here goes…..please feel free to add your ideas!
Your presence
A mailed handwritten note
A call!
Donations to favorite missions
Subscription for monthly Humphreys Street Coffee delivery (humphreysstreet.com)
Gift cards for Uber or Lyft
Lightweight blankets…..even nicer monogrammed!
Heated throws
Subscriptions to Hulu, Britbox, Acorn, PBS Masterpiece Prime Video, Netflix
Amazon Fire Stick
Amazon giftcard (Movies as well as merchandise)
Echo or Echo Dot….(set up free “Call My Buddy)
Planted amaryllis with care instructions (seasonal)
Voucher to help plant spring annuals
Custom photo book
Gift certificate for professional photographer to take photos of all generations of family
Framed family photo (Framebridge.com)
Cardigan, lightweight sweater (No pull overs!)
Cordless upright vacuum for light cleaning…(love the Dyson V7)
Cordless outdoor blower
Gift card car wash
Gift card movies
Voucher to clean dryer vents, change smoke alarm batteries, high light bulbs, change house filters…followed by lunch together!
Decorative box to hold TV remotes
Light weight dishes
Crock pot with recipes
Fruit of the month…small quantities
Michaels gift card
Voucher to clean kitchen cabinets once a year!
Voucher for fall yard work
And…..add your suggestions!
jackie shields
11-16-18
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