So Halloween's not even done yet and I'm already seeing Christmas displays go up. I swear the holidays seem to come earlier each year.
As I ruminate the many ways I'll likely go broke while buying gifts this year, my thoughts wander to just what kind of portable device I'd really like to get if given the choice. Do I want a new portable media player? Maybe an eBook reader would be nice. A portable battery pack for all the times that I'm on the road? Come to think of it, a GPS device would fit the bill nicely, too.
Whatever device I end up wanting, one thing's for sure: I definitely won't be getting it as a present from someone else.
Personally, I spend a lot of effort to stealthily figure out what my "targets" really like, so my presents end up being quite diverse. Last year, for example, gifts I gave out to loved ones included a Nintendo Wii, a laptop, a leather jacket, and a Coach handbag that made me wonder just what special cow was used to make a bag that expensive (the little thing was more expensive than the big jacket!).
I, on the other hand, got sweatshirts, sweatpants, sweaters and the same colorful pajamas I've been getting every year since I was 12. Apparently, certain relatives don't realize that I've gotten a lot taller since then. Still, I don't mind such presents since I actually like sweaters and sweatshirts and I haven't had to buy any new ones for years now thanks to my family.
The interesting thing for me, though, is just how intimidated my relatives are to give me anything electronic because they're afraid they'll get something that isn't good and they think I already have every gadget anyway. I'm sure a lot of folks feel exactly the same way. I, for one, have the hardest time picking presents for women, something I'm sure comes as no surprise for my fellow guys. Come to think of it, I'm sure that comes as no surprise to women either.
On that note, I figured it would be interesting to see what kind of devices people would like to get this year. What device would top your wish list this holiday season? Is there a particular device that you simply must have no matter what? What do you think is the hardest part about picking a present for someone?
Regardless, never forget that it's the thought that counts!
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