Many of us consider women to be more romantic than men. But, as another gender myth is dispelled, we learn the exact opposite is true. Women tend to have a more pragmatic view of love while many men are absolutely smitten with their wives and have been since way before she would give him the … Read more
We all need to lighten up once in a while. Personally, I think it’s a shame we don’t make more time for laughter. It will come in handy in so many different situations. It can cheer up a friend after a bad day. It can derail that oh-so-dangerous train of political conversation that has no … Read more
Tween girls can be difficult to buy for. They are in a transitory stage where certain items are too childish while others are too adult. Add to this the fact that the gifts have to be ‘on fleek’ and peer group approved and finding the perfect gift for a tween can seem nearly impossible. Fortunately, … Read more
You know that tweed necktie you gave to Grandpa a few years ago for Father’s Day (or was it Christmas or maybe his birthday)? He still has it. He still has the flat cardboard box it came in and the tissue paper liner. It still looks as crisp and colorful as the day you gave … Read more
I’m one of those people who’s happiest while browsing the stationery aisle at an office supply store. Maybe it’s the smell or something, but all those pens and notebooks so neatly organized, just feels right. Even so, there are many great gift ideas out there for writers besides pens and notebooks. As a writer, I’m … Read more
Turning 50 is not the end of the world. Your guy may think his best years are behind him, but that’s simply not true. Sure, most of his years are behind him, unless he lives to be 100 or more, but not necessarily his best years. Whatever he enjoyed doing at 40, he can still … Read more
Turning 30 can mean a lot of different things for men. For some, it means putting down roots and starting a family, taking on more responsibility for themselves and others, learning to cook, starting a career, any number of things. Some guys might see it as a last hurrah before finally making the full transition … Read more
Buying your Grandma a gift can be tough. You’ve racked your brain for something, anything, she’ll really enjoy. Something special and unique. Something she’ll actually be excited about when she opens her present. She’s been around a long time and has most everything you can think of. I know because I am a grandma! Some … Read more
Going away gifts, whether they’re for co-workers, friends or relatives, can be a tricky thing to buy. This list should definitely help you out. I’ve included a wide range of gifts and include some novelty gifts as well. There’s a reason novelty gifts are so common in the going away gift arena. They work. I’ve … Read more
So, you want to get a gift for a woman in her 20s, but you haven’t got a clue where to start. I get you – even though they’re right next to each other, the 20s are a whole different ball game to the teens. It’s an exciting time of life: she could be doing … Read more