Good Men.. Bad Presents

Been there, done that. I am 'good people’ who has bought bad presents. So with this Christmas season upon us I write today.. my BP BUYER BEWARE GUIDE!! 

There are just too many ways to go wrong. As a guy, I am starting to see little flags to BAD PRESENTS, but still at times do not even see them when waving in the wind (hidden) in plain sight. So here are a few tell tale signs of the infamous bad gift. 

This is not an exact science BUT rather a few good rules of thumb regarding GIFT BUYING DON’T’S.

RULE 1 If it says ‘As Seen on TV’ on the box.. beware! It could be a great deal, but it could be the ROMCO 'Pocket' Food Processor for only $19.99… and if you act now you will receive a free set of steak knives that (as demonstrated in the ad) are so sharp they can cut through a Buick like butter!

RULE 2 When buying Jewelry, buying in BULK is a bad idea. I once bought my wife this collection of jewelry ( a special one time offer ) that if all the pieces were linked together you use them as chains on your snow tires. My wife was gracious, but.. it is a point of amusement for her today.

RULE 3 A personal gift for your bride should not be manufactured by Black & Decker. Who knew?  -- > -- >

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RULE 4 Diet, Exercise, Weight Loss, or Hair Removal products no matter how much any are needed are cautionary purchases from husbands to wives. 
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RULE 5 Bad presents go both ways.. so don’t you ladies think everything you buy is a gem. Don’t confuse needed with wanted (ie Beano). We guys have feelings too… PULL MY FINGER.

Well so there you have it. Another season of shopping moments of adventure and misadventure are just waiting to happen. 

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In the end, it is the thought that counts, BUT.. a good present is really nifty too... and should be considered a good thought that counts.. 

Now let's all repeat together the BP Shoppers Prayer..

Oh Lord, grant us SHOPPING MERCIES and DISCERNMENT led by your Spirit. Amen, and amen!

Remember: When it comes to Christmas present buying, there never were 3 wise-men, only three guys at best.. winging it.

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May God bless your day, and Christmas season where presents received and given with proper perspective when compared to celebrating the birth of Jesus. May we slow our minds and warm our hearts to this amazing time of year. May God bless us all with the peace that passes all understanding even IF your husband's gift to you boggles the mind and screams.. "He did not go to anywhere near Jared's".

Jeff