Monday, December 22, 2008 @10:40 PM
Christmas, a season of giving, is incoming, and it seems that many people have no clue as to what to get for their loved ones, or a special someone. this post is something like a last-minute guide to help you get a right present for whoever you want to give to.
a right gift is the best gift.
a right gift begins from your heart.
it must come from your heart. if it is done out of obligation, or anything else, anything less than love itself, it is better not to get anything at all, because the gift will lose its ultimate innate value.
out of your heart, a budget will come forth. it will be an uncomfortable value; that's why it is called sacrificial giving.
think about the person to think about what to get - what you think the person needs, what the person needs or wants. simple as that.
be observant. there're alot of ways to discover the desires of someone, especially someone who is special to you, and the person shares his/her life with you. indirect asking and discussion is slightly tougher to do, but very effective.
if you still don't have an idea what to get (which is a very very rare occasion), pray. God knows us best. asking other close friends is a commonly chosen solution, but do note that this will devalue your gift as a result, both in the tangible and intangible sense.
set aside some time to get the gift. plan out where to get the best deals for the item you're looking for. shop smart.
make it look presentable, especially for a formal event such as Christmas. start learning to gift-wrap, for it is a very transferable skill. there are many innovative and economic ways to suit up the gift.
convey the message of your heart with the gift. this is done with the use of a card. this is the purpose of a card. this is the reason for existence of cards irregardless of design, and card shops irregardless of the prices. write what you feel deep inside; don't just greet him/her "happy birthday" or "merry christmas"; you might as well save on the card and just say it out if that's all that you're gonna write. this is the gist of the gift - the seasoning that adds most value - the spark that ignites the fuel in a handcrafted lantern.
there you have it. the steps for getting a right gift for a special someone.
if you're the one who's receiving a gift, don't just say thanks. Bring a little more warmth between each other. an embrace, a peck on the cheek. Be liberal, be bold to show your love and gratitude. there's Nothing wrong with it. trust me.
if you're not the one receiving a gift as such, well there's practically nothing you can do, but to pray, for patience, and wait. and as you wait, give to someone. keep sowing, even if you're not receiving anything. You gotta believe that your turn of blessing will come to you.
i know. this feeling kinda sucks. how would i know you say? because i've been ( and i am still) waiting. hey you're not alone in this situation yeah?
Start giving today. to whoever you love or care truly and deeply. Don't feel obliged to do anything to anyone. if someone gives to you, you're not taking. you're only taking if the person didn't give it to you.
Light up the life of someone, and light up your own life.
†LeNoir™†
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