easy to shop for

Talking to Rick about the frustration of buying the *perfect gift* for Dad we both agreed that conversely, theres a plethora of gifts you can buy for either one of us! :) But of course it’s easier said than done – especially if it’s someone you care about and want to make them squeal with delight that you got them the best. gift. ever.

So here’s a small wishlist I would write if my birthday just happen to be around the corner. You know – just in case you’re curious:

  • Gift certificate to Ambiance. I love this store and don’t shop there nearly enough. :)
  • Dido for my favorite (albeit kinda pricey) jewelry store: Gallery of Jewels (wow, do I need to offer to redo their site or what? eeks – maybe they’ll do a trade with me! :) So if you know me, you’ll know I’m a jewelry nut. And lately I’m finding somehow with all my great peices – I need MORE!
  • Actually, there’s some really cute jewelry on this site too.
  • Fantastic, creative, fun sites!! I love most anything off of these great sites: Wishingfish.com, Uncommon Goods (seriously I wish I had a $1000 to spend on this site!), Coolest Shop, and Crackers & Honey. All of these and a few more are on my links page!
  • Resubscribe me to my favorite mags: Giant Robot, HOW mag (I just renewed myself for 2 years), BUST
  • I’m getting an iPod!! woohooo!! So I need a ton of accessories. I’ve added a few to my Amazon wishlist, but a gift certificate to the Apple Store would never go to waste with how many little things I want.
  • New Cell Phone. Mine is ANCIENT. I know I’m prolly never gonna get this from someone, but hey, it’s *my* wishlist! :)
  • Music, Books and more. Yes, I’ve updated my Amazon Wishlist. But really it’s rather limiting when there’s so many other great sites out there with super cute things! However, props to Amazon for starting a serious wishlist craze. It’s obviously the easiest too for strangers who might not have a certain someone’s address. (hey! I dont have dooce’s or sarah b’s and I’d send them gifts if I could!) Granted most sites now will email gift certificates, which is a good way to go about it. Anyway, CD’s seem to come to me quite easily, but I always love getting new music – and if giving music brings you joy – who am I to argue? I will tell you there’s a few other things on there that aren’t CD’S that would bring me just *as much* joy :)

Hech hemm… please note that these are also probably applicable to your favorite girlfriend, mother, sister, etc. I’m here to help!

Along time ago I wrote a rant about wishlists, and how I wish they were more popular. I’m not trying to be greedy here at all. I just honestly want to curb some of the sensless purchases in this world and save the closets full of hidden and disliked gifts from years past. I mean, I definitely support the creative creators of products in the world and buying what’s being sold is how our world goes round… but giving is just as special with a heartfelt hug, fresh baked cookies or a crafty mixed tape or hand painted rock.

Either way, I’m looking forward to celebrating my birthday this weekend with my awesome friends, Rick and my bro… and I even will take in a little art at the Monster Drawing Rally (which I’m SOOOO excited about) and enjoy a few celebratory glasses of wine. Birthdays are THE BEST! xoxoxo

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14 Responses to easy to shop for

  1. Anonymous says:

    girl, learn how to spell and then open your heart and realize that what is most important cannot be bought with money

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  3. Anonymous says:

    well, that’s true, you did spell the names of all the gifts you want your friends to give you correctly. . .

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  4. willo says:

    Yah, see! :)

    None of this stuff is “the most important”, but thanks for your enlighting perspective. I’ll take a hug and positive loving energy any day. People who know me, know this.

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  5. eoin says:

    Why allow an annonymous comment? Not only do you spell well, your blog is always gramically correct!! Good, considering you type so fast, and good for the bloggin average.

    Nothing wrong with a wishlist. You are being environmental; as you will probably buy all these things for yourself sometime in life, and now do not have to discard useless unwanted gifts as surplus. The only thing you lose is the element of surprise.

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  6. Anonymous says:

    Yes I agree with Eoin! Anonymous comments are totally lame! Especially if you are going be critical. If you don’t like it, don’t read the blog, stalker boy.

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  8. Anonymous says:

    If you are not prepared for negative comments do not publish your life on the internet. I hope you have learned by now, that not evryone is going to be impressed with your love for material things. Such is life!!! :-) xoxoxoxox

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  9. eviromenster says:

    if you are trying to be more environmentally conscious and save the world from clutter, i think you should have all your friends make a donation to different charities in your name – would save the clutter and help others. just a thought!

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  10. eoin says:

    Oh such sanctimonious crap. Environmentalists are the new puritans, worried that someone somewhere is having fun. “Charities” have their place, but not on someone’s birthday.

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  11. eviromenster says:

    I had a feeling that the girl in question was concerned about the environment. Hence the wish list, designed to eliminate clutter in the world and her contribution to the environment – seeing “The Day After Tomorrow.” Or was it just pure desire for gifts, gifts, gifts?

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  12. nofunguy says:

    hmm…well, if you read the blog it talks about curbing some of the senseless purchases in the world – what better way than not buying anything at all? its kind of sad that you need ‘things’ on your birthday to have fun . . .i feel sorry for you. . .

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  13. willo says:

    I think this is a great discussion. That’s exactly why I wrote my rant about wishlists…

    Americans BUY. Christmas comes around and polite relatives will buy you something no matter how much you try to dissuade them! I simply made this so that they dont buy me some stupid item I’ll NEVER use that will collect dust and therefore be a WASTE. People are going to buy things – and material items are not EVIL for christ sakes. You can love the environment and care about not buying too much etc and STILL buy someone a gift.

    I say very clearly that I dont need gifts – but you know what? some people WANT to buy gifts. And if they share this same spirit and really enjoy giving or donating in honor – I would LOVE that!! I am seriously VERY open to this – I want to STOP senseless buying! But I dont think that means because I tell someone what CD I’d love to have, or what sites I go to and totally love the crafts on there (that some artist CREATED and I love being able to support them) that it’s so evil and environmentally wasteful!

    I’m surprised you’re not getting this? I am on your side dude!

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