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Giving Gifts

It’s very tricky giving gifts ‘Cause it can be a waste If what you’ve chosen doesn’t jibe With the receiver’s taste. The hours you spend searching For what they will love, you hope, Often ends with shallow smiles And the verdict clearly – nope! ‘Cause the vibe was off, the size was wrong, The color or the style Missed the mark that you were aiming for, By possibly a mile. For those folks who hate to risk it, Well, a gift card might suffice, But a gift that hits the sweet spot For the giver’s twice as nice.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015




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Date: 5/18/2015 10:08:00 PM
Those who have the nerve to complain about a gift probably didn't deserve it in the first place. However, honesty is perhaps the best policy... at least you get the feedback on what he/she really like. Well done my dear! Best wishes, Keith
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Date: 5/17/2015 6:09:00 PM
G'day Ilene... an absolute perfect description Ilene. Terrific - Lindsay
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Date: 5/17/2015 10:19:00 AM
The receiver likes it too. :) I think we've all received gift's that didn't hit the mark. But, BOY! It sure beats the alternative. That being not getting anything. :/
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Date: 5/17/2015 6:55:00 AM
very true indeed Ilene it can be a thankless task buying but when you get it right its a wonderful thing :-( Hugs Jan
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