A Most Overlooked Gift Giving Tip

A most overlooked gift giving tip is simple - listen intentionally.

Visiting my sister-in-law for Thanksgiving a few years ago, I mentioned how expensive gas had gotten. For Christmas, she gave me a gas card! The girl's got listening skills.

Did a friend say she wished she had more room in the yard for a garden? Think about gifting her a book on space-saving container gardening. 

If mom thinks a digital photo frame is a genius way to display favorite images, silently thank her for the idea and place your order.

Did your dad mentioned he isn't thrilled with the sound quality of his TV? Chances are he’d love a soundbar and appreciate how tuned in you are.

Has your friend complained about how their umbrella snaps inside-out in the wind or bends out of shape after just a few months? Let them know you heard them with a gift of a high quality umbrella.