Statistics show that the most appreciated gifts are not the most expensive, but the most thoughtful. Who is the gift for? Not a name, but who are they? Most gifts are bought based on what the buyer likes and thinks the other person ought to like. That could be a miss.
A polite thank you is no match for that look of joy when the wrapping comes off. When that happens, you know you’ve hit the target.
One secretary opened the gift of an electric pencil sharpener from her boss and broke into tears. When asked why, she said, “I know how much he hates these. I’ve been asking for one all year and he kept saying it’s a waste of money. So I know how against it he is, but he did this for me and he’s going to have to listen to it… so this is a real gift.”
Bag the big box and think outside of it. Our area’s bounty of craft artisan outlets and resale shops are the perfect shopping ground for every one of the characters in your life and there’s sure to be something they love; new, antique, handmade or mass produced. Right now, selection is great, shops aren’t crowded, and the options are unique – everything from Kewpie dolls to live fish.
Plan a fun shopping and lunch out day in a circuit through the thrift, resale, craft and art outlets from Eureka Springs to Berryville and Green Forest soon – and happy gifting!