It’s come to my attention that when you’re looking for gifts for people, and you ask them, “What do you want for Christmas (or any other winter holiday that supports present-giving)”, they say a variety of annoying things.

The “Everything” or “Anything” person. Case in point: My dad. When asked about presents, he says “Everything.” How annoying. There are, in fact, a number of things I know he would like (boats, cars, gold bars, new house in Hawaii) but they are all firmly beyond my price range.
How to deal with such a person: Simply go to some journal, say “This is my Christmas (or any other winter holiday that supports present-giving) journal, and write Dad (or Mom) is getting a Pink Tutu (or Orange Hairbows.) Let them see.

The “Things” person. Case in point: My nana. I asked her what she wanted for Christmas, and she said “Things.” How helpful. Really.
How to deal with such a person: Research “Things” (Or stuff, or whatever s/he said) on Amazon.com or ca. There’s probably going to be a book title or two. Then show him/her. Say, “Is this what you want?”

The “Very Small List” person. Case in point: ME. I have a list, it’s just…. It’s only got one thing on it.
How to deal with such a person: Suggest things to them.

The “Very Large List with nothing in your price range” Person. Case in point: My mom. There’s only one thing I can buy from the list, and I really, really want to surprise her. Oh well.
How to deal with such a person: Complain of being broke a lot. Or get a job gift-wrapping.

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