Gifts

What to buy!?!
We are going out this afternoon to buy a gift for friends who we are seeing next weekend. What to buy? We all have so much, even younger couples. I am always impressed with people who have the ability to go shopping and pick up things for others that are interesting and meaningful. Lately, I give the scarves that I make- some people have more than one which is okay since they are different styles and colours. The other gift is the cards that I make. I love taking pictures and still use regular print in addition to digital. Some of my friends send snail mail and actually use the cards for special occasions. I am always surprised that the photos turn out well. I now understand why National Geographic photographers need to take 100's of photos trying to get the perfect shot. I need to add to my repertoire of gifts but am at a loss right now. It is hard to know what people need and actually appreciate. I think that it is time to actually consult Martha Stewart's site and try to find things to make. She is imaginative, wish that I could come up with some of those ideas.

One other gift is time. I have a friend who says she is in her 90th year. I book appointments to take her shopping or where ever she would like a ride. Last trip was to garden centres. She bought plants for her garden and yes, she is still gardening- growing her tomatoes, beans and other vegetables. Must plan to see her this week and take her out. We might visit a new tea room that I discovered. The tea room is an area that is being revitalized. The tea room features teas and wonderful food and the art on the walls is by local artists.

What do other people do for gifts?