Gift Ideas

I'm not trying to be tacky.

I've recently discovered, to my great surprise, that I am described as "difficult to shop for." While I prefer dinner with a friend—time spent together— there are certainly bobbles and trinkets that I enjoy.

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Things I Would Like

The following list has been provided to offer insight of possible gift ideas, to better familiarize my friends and associates with some of my tastes, and to point out that I am well aware of my eccentric nature.

Some folks may find this list useful for general gift ideas, as there are many items here that I have given to my loved ones.

For specific products and additional ideas you can visit my
Amazon Wish List
For example, I add DVDs I'm interested in purchasing and I remove items I've purchased. I often put things I really want on the list, which I plan to purchase myself, but am saving up for them and/or waiting for a sale.

Gift Certificates

  • IKEA Gift Card

    Unfortunatly requires a visit or a phone call to acquire... "You can purchase and redeem the card through IKEA Direct at 1-800-434-4532."

    I'm saving up for some bookcases for the back-room/office, so any AmEx/Visa general gift card works too.

Consumables

Booze

Preferences and items my bar is lacking.

Hard Stuff

  • Disaronno
  • Belvedere Vodka
  • Glenfiddich, single malt
  • Maker's Mark
  • Jack Daniels
  • Campari
  • Galliano

Of course, I'd love an occassion that warrants Midleton.

Wine

  • Shiraz
  • Pinot Noir
  • Riesling
  • Pinot Grigio

Beer

  • Sam Adams (Seasonal, Boston Lager, Cherry Wheat)
  • Guinness
  • Lambic
  • Pale ale preferred

Kitchen and Bath

  • Etched Wine Glasses

    I try to get 2 a year, and no more than 2 of a particular glass -- one usually breaks leaving me with a mismatched set of cool glasses) I haven't bought any in a long time but Crate and Barrel tends to have ones I like.

  • Magnets

    Practical and entertaining.

  • Mirrors

    Small, medium, large. Frame optional.

  • Dish Towels

    I prefer individual towels opposed to multiples. Only one or two at a time. No black ones.

Living Room and Entertainment

  • Book Ends

  • Small trinket boxes

  • Coasters

  • Candles and Candle Holders

  • Playing Cards

    Single or double pack of unique cards.

  • Board Games and Movies

    Various board games and DVDs are listed on my Amazon Wish List.