Holiday Shopping Online

When I was little, my sister and I used to sit at our Grandmother's kitchen table with the J.C. Penny's catalog, a pencil and paper, and the knowledge that Santa Claus was going to get our letters. In school, every year, there was a Santa's Workshop where we would take our saved money and buy Christmas gifts for our parents, friends and family. Nothing too exotic - I distinctly remember "rabbit's foot" key-chains being a popular choice.

Needless to say - christmas shopping has changed quite a bit for me!

But I hate going to the mall, and I hate wrapping gifts. A few years ago, I started to do ALL of my Christmas shopping online. And I love it.

Most orders are shipped free and there's the option of having it gift wrapped as well. And its convenient.

Whether I'm just getting home from work and I only have a few minutes to shop, or it's a lazy weekend and I don't want to get out of my bathrobe- no worries!

And most times, as a reward to me, I often indulge in an eBook. I mean, I've been good too, right?

Another good way to go, is to buy gift cards. Many people say that they don't like buying gift cards because it feels impersonal. But isn't it the thought that counts? The thought that you are giving a gift that can BE any gift. And it allows the one you're shopping for the freedom to indulge themselves with a purchase they wouldn't ordinarily make, all because of you.

Do yourself a favor this holiday season and simplify your shopping!