Monday, December 13, 2010

It's the thought that counts

It's the thought that counts...is a saying I have heard many times and I believe it to be true. If someone takes the time to give me a gift, it really doesn't matter what it is, though some gifts are better than others (naturally). I appreciate that another person thought of me and spent time choosing a gift for me.

Today someone gave me a gift and when I showed it to Matt, he said, "Why did you get that?" I honestly did not know, but even though the gift was something I might not have chosen, it was still thoughtful. One of my favorite gifts is a pair of pajamas that my mom gave to me and my sister. The fabric is one that does not appeal to me in any way, but let me tell you, they are the most comfortable pair of jammies. I think sometimes when I get a gift, it might expose me to something I would never buy for myself that I end up really liking.

When I choose gifts for people, I know I don't always get it right. Some folks are hard to buy for, others don't need anything and what my budget can afford might not be wanted, so being creative with gifts can be fun. One of my favorite gifts to give is framed photos. A couple of years ago I gave all of my siblings a framed photo of my mom from when she was a teenager. Since none of them had this particular photo, they loved it. Not expensive, but hopefully meaningful.

Whether I am giving or receiving a gift, it truly is the thought that counts. Tomorrow I will post about one of the most memorable and amazing Christmas presents I ever received.

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