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arbol
12-19-2022, 20:17
I don't think I have gone this late before buying Christmas gifts. Normally I have some hobby or interest, that I thrust on the recipients.

This year, I am at a total loss.

I tried Microcenter online today, nothing caught my interest.

Does anyone have some good ideas for late Christmas gifts?

I have two brothers, several niece and nieces, an Aunt (or two) to buy for.

Thanks in advance for any ideas.

-John
Great-Kazoo
12-19-2022, 20:28
Gift cards. Allows them to buy what they want.
arbol
12-19-2022, 20:29
I was thinking that maybe a bullet, and a ticket to go to the range, would be good?

Most of my nieces will probably go "Ew" but that is half the point. :)

But it is also self serving, as of course I would like to go to the range. So I don't know.

The range is also relatively expensive, now a days.

But I still think this may be the best thing I can do on short notice?

-John
arbol
12-19-2022, 20:32
Gift cards. Allows them to buy what they want.

For sure an option.

But I will probably do cash instead as I am looking to spend less electronically.

Thanks, Kazoo!

-John
JohnnyEgo
12-19-2022, 20:50
One of the things I have done for my parents for the last few years is order a fancy pre-cooked dinner from their local grocery store, along with a gift card, and have it delivered. People always got to eat.
arbol
12-19-2022, 20:57
Food is always good, but I find it hard to plan for. I'm not sure whom will be home for christmas, or not.

Thanks, JohnnyEgo!
arbol
12-19-2022, 20:59
Maybe a preserved food, of some kind?

-John
arbol
12-19-2022, 21:16
One of the things I have done for my parents for the last few years is order a fancy pre-cooked dinner from their local grocery store, along with a gift card, and have it delivered. People always got to eat.

It would be really special if I could give them a fancy, pre-cooked dinner. They have fed me so often.

Hmmm. Thanks, JohnnyEgo.

-John
eddiememphis
12-19-2022, 21:16
Omaha Steaks

If they like you, they may invite you over to share.
arbol
12-19-2022, 21:19
Mmmm, steaks. :)

But, forgive me if I am wrong, but it is always Omaha Steak, baskets! $100 Steak Baskets, times, a bunch of nieces and nephews...

But I am with you! :)

-John
arbol
12-19-2022, 21:30
24, 22, 20 and 18, plus Mom and Dad, my age.

-John
arbol
12-19-2022, 21:33
I could do "a steak basket," special dinner, per you and Johnny Ego.

Thanks.

-John
Hoser
12-19-2022, 21:56
Pocket knives.

High quality autos.
ray1970
12-19-2022, 22:17
Knit them something. Everyone loves handmade gifts.
rondog
12-20-2022, 03:12
Always done the minimalist thing - wife, stepkids and grandson. Brothers and their families, no. That's something that can get way outta hand and unneccessary real quick-like.
TEAMRICO
12-20-2022, 11:03
My favorite gift is cash in an envelope??and to be left alone the next day.
ray1970
12-20-2022, 12:42
My favorite gift is cash in an envelope??and to be left alone the next day.

Whenever anyone asks what I want I always just ask for one day with peace and quiet. Still haven?t gotten it yet.
arbol
12-21-2022, 18:28
Always done the minimalist thing - wife, stepkids and grandson. Brothers and their families, no. That's something that can get way outta hand and unneccessary real quick-like.

It's all the family I have left, besides my mother's sister. Just sent her a gift via Amazon, we'll see if it actually makes it.

Thanks all for the suggestions!

-John