Smokey
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9 years ago
As Christmas 2015 approaches, many of us have our gift list already filled, but some of us are still scratching our heads about what to give. While cloths or tools or an electronic device readily come to mind, a unique idea is always exciting. I will offer a few ideas, but I'm hoping to hear your festive ideas as well.

Include a Tiny Sampler Bottle of Liquor with gifts for Adults.
Christmas Tree Ornaments for this or next years Tree.
Special Coffee Mugs for special people.
Packs of Beef or Turkey Jerky for Christmas Stockings.
A good Book can put a smile on the face Adults as well as Children.
A pair of fun Socks (ex: Superman Socks)


These are a few Ideas that I have discovered over the years, please share your great ideas and all may benefit this holiday season.


MERRY CHRISTMAS !!
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Wade
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9 years ago
I fear I no longer give gifts for Christmas. (It's that religion thing you don't want us talking about here, I'm afraid; I also don't start "celebrating" the holiday until Christmas day itself.)

I do intend writing Christmas letters, however, and hopefully will have them all done in time to send them out on December 23rd or 24th.

Were I giving gifts, though, I probably would try to find a book or musical gift that fit each recipient's particular interests and values.


And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
Romans 12:2 (NKJV)
DoddPower
9 years ago

I fear I no longer give gifts for Christmas. (It's that religion thing you don't want us talking about here, I'm afraid; I also don't start "celebrating" the holiday until Christmas day itself.)

I do intend writing Christmas letters, however, and hopefully will have them all done in time to send them out on December 23rd or 24th.

Were I giving gifts, though, I probably would try to find a book or musical gift that fit each recipient's particular interests and values.

Originally Posted by: Wade 



Giving and receiving gifts has always made me very uncomfortable. I just don't get it. I understand enjoying giving someone something that they could really utilize or enjoy, but the compulsory nature of Christmas gifts just bothers me. If one is going to give gifts, they should at least be something homemade or at least something with lots of personal thought attached to it. Just buying a gift just to say you gave a gift seems so silly. I think a nice card, letter, or picture is just fine. Even better, how about an activity or just spending some time with friends and family. Unfortunately, that's rarely possible for me as I live far away from family.

I'm not religious and lots of traditions make me uncomfortable. But even I acknowledge the reason for the season isn't or shouldn't be about materialistic things. But we do live in a consumer society.
Smokey
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9 years ago
Celebrating Christmas does not need to be religious if that's not your thing. It can be looked upon as a social holiday and a gift could be the promise to help an elderly or disabled person with a few hours of time. Such a gift can equally benefit all concerned.

I'm not trying to convert anyone with this thread, as we are all free to celebrate Christmas or Not. However many do enjoy exchanging gifts and spending time with friends and family. This thread is mainly for those of us that do and to serve as an aid to share ideas for this festive season.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS !!
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yooperfan
9 years ago
BAH-HUMBUG!
DakotaT
9 years ago
I got my Christmas present last month when my daughter had a clear ultra sound on her lymph node.

Taking my family to Florida on vacation in February for their Christmas present. What Julie gets them, who knows.


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Smokey
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9 years ago
I'm sorry to hear that some of you have little to no holiday spirit. We are all grateful for the good health of our families and welcome good news in times of trouble.

It is my greatest wish that the Holiday Season will foster goodwill and lift spirits of all.

[cheers]

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DakotaT
9 years ago

I'm sorry to hear that some of you have little to no holiday spirit. We are all grateful for the good health of our families and welcome good news in times of trouble.

It is my greatest wish that the Holiday Season will foster goodwill and lift spirits of all.

[cheers]

Originally Posted by: Smokey 



It's a sign of the times, Smokey. I don't care for the commercialization of Christmas. I think it is completely against what Christmas should be. I do enjoy giving my children things I didn't get as a child, but I don't need Christmas for that.
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Wade
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9 years ago
People can celebrate whatever they want. Whenever they want.

If people want to celebrate a secular season, go for it. As often and in whatever way you want. For whatever reason you think worth celebrating. With big gifts, small gifts, lotsa gifts, whatever. Celebration is fun.

I just wish y'all would give back the word. The word means "Christ's mass."

And, to some of us, celebrating the birth of Christ is far more important than any other reason for celebrating in December. For us, it's a celebration in and of worship, just as holidays like Ramadan or Hanukkah are celebrations of worship for people of other beliefs.

And, while this one doesn't matter for non-Christians, IMO for those do who claim to be Christians, labelling office parties, gifts of toys and other consumption goods, and all the other secular celebrations with the word "Christmas" is both idolatrous and blasphemous.








And do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you may prove what is that good and acceptable and perfect will of God.
Romans 12:2 (NKJV)
DakotaT
9 years ago

People can celebrate whatever they want. Whenever they want.

If people want to celebrate a secular season, go for it. As often and in whatever way you want. For whatever reason you think worth celebrating. With big gifts, small gifts, lotsa gifts, whatever. Celebration is fun.

I just wish y'all would give back the word. The word means "Christ's mass."

And, to some of us, celebrating the birth of Christ is far more important than any other reason for celebrating in December. For us, it's a celebration in and of worship, just as holidays like Ramadan or Hanukkah are celebrations of worship for people of other beliefs.

And, while this one doesn't matter for non-Christians, IMO for those do who claim to be Christians, labelling office parties, gifts of toys and other consumption goods, and all the other secular celebrations with the word "Christmas" is both idolatrous and blasphemous.


Originally Posted by: Wade 



You should give my mother in law some lessons. She makes Texas look like a rocket scientist.
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