Christmas 2010

Christmas celebration does not have to depend on your bank account… the presents that you will give to your loved ones do not have to be pricey. It is the thought that matters so to speak. It is the act of giving, sharing, and loving one another that brings meaning to Christmas… In short, we value relationship more than the tangible things that we give or receive.

This Christmas, hubby and I decided to stay put~ though he really wanted to spend it in his hometown where his mother stays. I could feel his longing… good for me that my Mudra (momma) and sistah are moving here in GSC with me [ they are practically my own familia ~ my Padre left us and my hermano (brother) died 5 years ago]. Hopefully, we could go home by January 20th 2011 since my best buddy is getting married.

Meantime… we just had a great time [and were contented]. We enjoyed our Noche Buena and opening our presents. Here is our souvenir picture.

Gifts: Did you get ‘Em all? [A Repost]

Common problem during Christmas is finding the gifts for your loved ones. This is a perennial concern of most people. Then cramming begins… 


Like right now, seven more days to go before Christmas Eve… and some people are not halfway done with their list… mom? Check! Dad? uncheck… gramps… sistah 1, sistah 2… brother 1, cousin 1… god child 1…2…3… and the list goes on… ALL UNCHECK!
 

Aside from the dilly-dally attitude… it is quite a challenge to think of what gift to wrap.

Lemme list down this unsolicited advise. Here are 10 general items that you can rush buying before time beats you.

• Toiletries
• Gadgets
• clothing
• shoes
• gift certificates from SPAs and Saloon
• Wine/ Basketful of fruits or goodies
• Jewelries and Accessories
• Home Decor
• Office Stuff
• Books

You can write on your list… Dad- Book… Gramps- Wine... Sister- Chanel Lipstick... in this way it is easier which section to go rather than doing “random pick”… or that “mini-mini-mynimo” thing. It’ll save you time. 

In case, time really is a constraint, you can go to online shops. It is the easiest way. But bear in mind that the Holiday is nearing, so they probably are on their peak… your loved ones might be receiving their gifts next year.

If I were you, I rather pick those items by myself and really take time to shop. It is all worth it. Seeing their faces when they open your gifts? That’s priceless and it pays the time you spent.

Gifts: Did you get ‘Em all?

Common problem during Christmas is finding the gifts for your loved ones. This is a perennial concern of most people. Then cramming begins…

Like right now, six more days to go before Christmas Eve… and some people are not halfway done with their list… mom? Check? Dad? uncheck… gramps… sistah 1, sistah 2… brother 1, cousin 1… god child 1…2…3… and the list goes on… ALL UNCHECK!

Aside from the dilly-dally attitude… it is quite a challenge to think of what gift to wrap.

Lemme list down this unsolicited advise. Here are 10 general items that you can rush buying before time beats you.

• Toiletries
• Gadgets
• clothing
• shoes
• gift certificates from SPAs and Saloon
• Wine/ Basketful of fruits or goodies
• Jewelries and Accessories
• Home Decor
• Office Stuff
• Books

You can write on your list… Dad- Book… in this way it is easier which section to go rather than doing “random pick”… or that “mini-mini-mynimo”. It’ll save you time.

In case time really is a constraint, you can go to online shops. It is the easiest way. But bear in mind that Holiday is nearing, so they probably are on their peak… your loved ones might be receiving their gifts next year.

If I were you, I rather pick those items by myself and really take time to shop. It is all worth it. Seeing their faces when they open your gifts? That’s priceless and it pays the time you spent.