gifts

As gift-givers, we get the biggest high when we put a lot of thought into a gift that has special meaning and it makes the receiver laugh, cry, or jump up and down. But the best gift, apparently, requires no thought at all.

We can leave the Fed-Ex guy a gift that's up to $75 in value this holiday season, but how in the world do we get it in his hands? He's so fast.

Not everyone loves a Secret Santa gift exchange at the office, and here's why.

Lucky for you, I'm not "most Americans."

Christmas shopping with local East Texas businesses and craftspeople while perusing home- and handmade items sounds delightfully holiday-spirit inducing.

That way, when January (and reality) rolls back around, you won't be feeling so bah-humbug.

Shop local if you can. But, if you do shop with say, Amazon, for example, it's a good idea to get a few pro-tips from those who have studied these things.

I've been buying my dad Father's Day gifts for years, but never before have I made this dumb shopping mistake.

If you're planning to spend less than a hundred bucks on Dad for Father's Day, apparently you're getting off cheap! The average will be $138, and what you'll spend the money on may be a surprise.

Roses are a symbol of love, but there are better flower choices for Mom on Mother's day. Know what message you're sending with this handy guide.

If you give someone a really great gift this week, you'll still be feeling the high five days from now, according to a new study. And the buzz from receiving wears off a lot more quickly.

Most of us don't live buildings with a doorman so we can skip that, but we should be tipping landlords, delivery drivers, and handymen this holiday season. How much? And how do we get the tip into the hands of the trash collector?