GOOD People, BAD presents
ANOTHER CHRISTMAS in Review…
Been there, done that. I am a 'good people’ who has bought bad presents. There are just too many ways to go wrong. As a guy, I should see little flags for BAD PRESENTS, but still, at times, do not even recognize them if they have lights glaring and horns blaring… in plain sight.
So here are a few telltale signs of the infamous bad gift. This is not an exact science, but I still hope you find this helpful, even if it is too late this year.
RULES TO SHOP BY
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 jewelry collection (a special one-time offer) that, if all the pieces were linked together, you could use as chains for 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, STIHL, or the Milwaukee Tool Company. Who knew?
RULE 4 Diet, Exercise, Weight Loss, Gym Memberships, or Hair Removal products, no matter how much any are needed, are cautionary purchases from husbands to wives.
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” (i.e., Beano). We guys have feelings too… PULL MY FINGER.
Well, so there you have it.
Another season of shopping, moments of adventure, and misadventure is over, but it is never too late to learn from this year.
In the end, it is the thought that counts, BUT.. a good present is really nifty too... and to be honest, when it comes to Christmas, I like good presents over good thoughts.
Now let's all repeat together the BP Shoppers’ Prayer...
Oh Lord, may your Spirit lead us with SHOPPING MERCIES and DISCERNMENT, amen, and amen!
May God bless your day and the Christmas season, when presents are received and given with proper perspective, in light of celebrating the birth of Jesus. May we slow our minds and warm our hearts to this fantastic 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 anywhere near Jared’s.”
Jeff
NOTE: This year, my wife bought me for Christmas, what every cartoonist wannabe wants. The complete hardcover collection of Calvin and Hobbes. I must have been a GOOD BOY this year.
PLEASE SHARE BELOW… a GOOD PERSON but BAD PRESENT moment in your life.
