boinky 0 #1 December 1, 2010 It's December 1'st. And for those of you who haven't even started thinking about what sort of gifts to give, I've created this thread so that others might offer suggestions and help you out. I know it's a hard task to ask of everyone on this forum...but could we keep this serious and semi-clean? So tell us, what have been some of the greatest gifts you've ever gotten?Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #2 December 1, 2010 I'll start... While I've gotten lots of great gifts throughout my life, I got a special "gift that keeps on giving" last year. My honey bought me a tea of the month membership. Every month for a year, I have gotten a shipment of three 1 ounce packages of various teas delivered to my doorstep by FedEx. One of the greatest gifts ever because I get a present every month this way! And for those of you who don't like tea, I found BEER! Actually, that particular site might be sort of pricey, but if you do a search for gift of the month membership, you find all sorts of nifty stuff. Maybe something in your price range too! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LadyDoc 0 #3 December 1, 2010 Quote I'll start... While I've gotten lots of great gifts throughout my life, I got a special "gift that keeps on giving" last year. My honey bought me a tea of the month membership. Every month for a year, I have gotten a shipment of three 1 ounce packages of various teas delivered to my doorstep by FedEx. One of the greatest gifts ever because I get a present every month this way! And for those of you who don't like tea, I found BEER! Actually, that particular site might be sort of pricey, but if you do a search for gift of the month membership, you find all sorts of nifty stuff. Maybe something in your price range too! That beer of the month club would be perfect for my boyfriend, however, I already bought him a full sized kegerator. That damn well better be the best present he's received!! oh and it's completely customized for him. name on it and everything. Personally, and this is going to sound absolutely ridiculous, my favorite present was nothing amazing and nothing expensive. My dad bought me a can of WD40 last year. I'm constantly in search of WD40 around the house for squeaks and whatnot. back in high school, i did springboard diving and we used WD40 all the time to keep the fulcrum operational. and I absolutely love the smell. I'm weird I know. my favorite noise to hear is air tools. yea. I may have been a tomboy growing up. maybe.... If you disbelieve everything because we cannot certainly know all things, we shall do much-what as wisely as he would not use his legs, but sit still and perish because he had no wings to fly.-JL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #4 December 1, 2010 The kegerator sounds nice! I don't think you're silly for liking the WD-40. No one ever said that the best presents had to be expensive. Sometimes the simplest and least expensive things can be absolutely awesome! And one of my favorite smells is the smell of lumber at Lowe's or Home Depot! Ahhhh. Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #5 December 1, 2010 Quote I don't think you're silly for liking the WD-40. No one ever said that the best presents had to be expensive. Sometimes the simplest and least expensive things can be absolutely awesome! And one of my favorite smells is the smell of lumber at Lowe's or Home Depot! Ahhhh. Totally agree. I also like the smell of gun oil, but I don't want this to go to SC. Christmas presents for me? I want a flash drive that doesn't get borrowed when I'm not looking. That and some socks and some M&M's. I'm set. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Man 0 #6 December 1, 2010 I've always liked the idea of magazine subscriptions for presents for the same reason you mention the XXX of the month clubs--you get a reminder and a new present every month. My best presents have been experience presents--I am taking my kids on a plane ride (Cessna 182) for part of their Christmas this year."What if there were no hypothetical questions?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #7 December 1, 2010 My honey has taken very good care of me in the gun department. I can't say that I'm very fond of the smell of the cleaning stuff, though. I'm not sure about the oil...I might have to go take a sniff! I bought some flash drives on sale during the Black Friday sales...blue, since it's my favorite color. I have more socks than a person should be allowed! Please, please, please tell me that you want plain M&M's!!! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #8 December 1, 2010 It's funny you mentioned magazines, as I *did* ask for a subscription to Woman's World. But as it's such an odd magazine, I'm not sure I'll be getting that. I agree that experiences are nice. My first skydive was a present. At the time, he was debating on either a hang gliding experience, a skydiving experience or fly fishing lessons. Pretty obvious what he chose, huh? I want to drive a racecar but it's a pretty expensive wish because I would NOT be content to do a ride along. Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Icon134 0 #9 December 1, 2010 I just don't want to have to stress about trying to think of things and subsiquently try and buy things for everyone else... That's all I want... of course... that's what I want but alas... I probably won't get it... Basically I just want to go home and visit my family without actually having to worry about trying come up with a list of little things to get me or try to come up with little things to get them... because frankly that's the most stressful part of the holidays... I really just want to go home and visit my family.Livin' on the Edge... sleeping with my rigger's wife... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #10 December 1, 2010 My dad bought me a can of WD40 last year. I bought my dad a can of WD40 for Xmas back in about 1965...he kinda rolled his eyes about some fancy can of 'oil'. (it's not 'oil')Liked it so much he actually bought stock in the company....which of course did VERY well. It was always a family joke about how good my Xmas present really WAS! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #11 December 1, 2010 In 93 I got a Dillon 650 reloader (it's a machine that loads ammunition for those "G" things we can't talk about). 17 years later and it's still running strong. I've probably loaded somewhere in the neighborhood of 20,000-30,000 (yes 20 to 30 thousand) rounds on it over the years. For giving, other than getting something fairly big for my younger sister (I went in with my mom and got my older sister an Ipad and we were brought up with "even" and "fair" important when giving presents) I keep it pretty low key. A few of my women friends will be getting Godiva chocolate, a couple "Good for one reserve I&R" certificates for friends who jump."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TriGirl 349 #12 December 1, 2010 I like to give "consumable" gifts. Omaha Steaks packages, candles, Harry & David, restaurant gift cards. Stuff people can use, but won't add clutter.See the upside, and always wear your parachute! -- Christopher Titus Shut Up & Jump! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #13 December 1, 2010 You want practical? One of the best gifts was a bundle of hooked bungee cords in assorted sizes. Last seen at Home Depot in a clear plastic "can". Oh...a medal for Turtle....seriously!My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #14 December 2, 2010 Can't go wrong with a big jug of assorted zip-ties. They always come in handy.I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #15 December 2, 2010 Quote Can't go wrong with a big jug of assorted zip-ties. You're right, but I got that already. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 16 #16 December 2, 2010 Quote One of the best gifts was a bundle of hooked bungee cords in assorted sizes. Last seen at Home Depot in a clear plastic "can". That is a good idea. I could use some of those. Quote Oh...a medal for Turtle....seriously! "I can't give you courage, but I can give you a medal." - Wizard of Oz Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #17 December 2, 2010 Quote Totally agree. I also like the smell of gun oil, but I don't want this to go to SC. "I love the smell of Hoppe's 9 in the morning. It smells like...Christmas." -- JohnMitchell "There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfriverjoe 1,523 #18 December 2, 2010 Quote Quote Totally agree. I also like the smell of gun oil, but I don't want this to go to SC. "I love the smell of Hoppe's 9 in the morning. It smells like...Christmas." -- JohnMitchell Now it can be Christmas every day. http://www.hoppes.com/products/ca_air_freshener.html I can't wait for the scented candle."There are NO situations which do not call for a French Maid outfit." Lucky McSwervy "~ya don't GET old by being weak & stupid!" - Airtwardo Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ryoder 1,590 #19 December 2, 2010 Quote Quote Quote Totally agree. I also like the smell of gun oil, but I don't want this to go to SC. "I love the smell of Hoppe's 9 in the morning. It smells like...Christmas." -- JohnMitchell Now it can be Christmas every day. http://www.hoppes.com/products/ca_air_freshener.html I can't wait for the scented candle. ...and the cologne, and the perfume, and the aftershave, and the bath soap..."There are only three things of value: younger women, faster airplanes, and bigger crocodiles" - Arthur Jones. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skycamefalling 0 #20 December 2, 2010 I would say that the most greatest gift I have ever received would also be the most sentimemental. The xmas right before my mom passed away, she gave me a personalized student bible that she had written in. So that in the future, if I ever choose to bring religion in to my life, I would always have a place to start. It is the only thing that I have left to where it feels like she is still right there talking to me. I dont think any other type of gift could ever top that.Speedracer~I predict that Michael Jackson will rise from the dead. And that a giant radioactive duck will emerge from the ocean and eat Baltimore. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The_Don 0 #21 December 2, 2010 Quote Quote Can't go wrong with a big jug of assorted zip-ties. You're right, but I got that already. Yes, but are they in assorted colors? I am NOT being loud. I'm being enthusiastic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #22 December 2, 2010 I agree with you totally. And that's why I have stopped going to GA for Christmas and go two times a year on my granddaughter's birthdays instead! I keep the Christmas presents 'til then too. Gives me time to pick things out at leisure and my presents don't get lost in the Christmas shuffle when you get so much that you don't even know what you got! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #23 December 2, 2010 I got Godiva chocolate for Valentine's. Loved the milk, but didn't care for the dark or the white. And I am steadfast in trying to avoid Apple stuff for the most part. I'm just stubborn that way.... Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #24 December 2, 2010 Probably part of why I loved my tea present so much! Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
boinky 0 #25 December 2, 2010 I LOVE bungee cords!! I have a big bag of them tossed in my truck. You never know when they're going to come in handy! I have a container of twist ties and those new plastic ties too, but they're in the garage. Why are we getting Turtle a medal? Nina Are we called "DAWGs" because we stick our noses up people's butts? (RIP Buzz) Yep, you're a postwhore-billyvance Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
