Today is my brother's birthday. Using the Aunt Donna approach and my knack for buying a lot of stuff for a little money, I'm giving my brother a gift bag filled with items he will actually use.
The Schick Quattro razor, Edge shave gel, Crest Spinbrush, Colgate toothpaste, Adidas deoderant, Thermacare patch and candy were all bought at CVS and Walgreens, on sale and with coupons. I estimate the total worth of this gift between $30 and $35. I'm betting that I spent less than $2 out-of-pocket for all of it.
I know toiletries might seem strange as a gift, but it beats another shirt/CD/video that won't be my brother's taste. I'm giving him items he can use, so the money he would have spent on this stuff can be used for a shirt/CD/video that he does like. And bonus! This gift didn't break the bank.
Gift for my brother's birthday? Check.
Gift given on time? Check.
Something he can use? Check.
Something I put a lot of thought into? Check.
Would Martha be proud? Check!
Happy birthday, Freddy!
2 comments:
That is a very good gift. Very thoughtful and practical. Good Job!!!!!
You are the Super Saving Queen! I bow to you...and yes, this is an awesome gift, especially for guys who aren't as keen on shopping. I'm impressed!
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