(Repeating a post from last year -there were some terrific suggestions in the comments and I’d love to have more feedback on this topic.)

If you’re still running around trying to find the perfect gift, here’s a few suggestions that I’ve found to be helpful:

• Car Wash coupon booklet –  I don’t know about you, but we never seem to take good care of our cars and keep up on the car washing deal. Having a convenient booklet of coupons makes it so much easier.
• Personalized address labels – Yes, it’s too late to order labels. But you can buy special holiday/winter return address labels at your local Office Max or Staples store. It’s easy to set up the matching template and run them off. I’ve found this to be an ideal gift for two friends who have recently moved to a new address.
• Warm gloves or mittens – Okay, I admit I tend to lose gloves very easily. Surely I’m not the only one with this problem.
• An Entertainment coupon book – Especially for your family and friends who love a good deal and are a “saving” kind of people.
• Gift certificates to their favorite restaurant – I visit a local tearoom a lot and often receive gift cards to it – love it!

If you want to avoid the malls, sometimes you may find gifts at your local grocery store: favorite teas or coffee, food items or lovely Christmas flower arrangements. Visit your local downtown area and check out the specialty shops and quirky boutiques – you may find that perfect, unique gift! 

Please leave your own suggestions in a comment to enter the giveaway for the Christmas dvd, “A Holiday to Remember” with Connie Sellecca and Randy Travis. May also gift a Christmas novel…check back next week!