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Gift Articles July, 2008

Take a look at our latest articles all about gifts below...

Statistically, there are so many things that could possibly go wrong with the planning and execution of a wedding that only 0.04 per cent of them should succeed. So why do we even try? The answer is, of course, obvious: because we'll overcome all sorts of difficulties to tie the knot with the one we...
04 July 2008

Even the most ardent believers that Christmas is a time for giving and not receiving will readily admit that the anticipation of finding a stocking full of goodies – whether they be of any practical use or not and no matter how old you are - quite enchanting. 15 July 2008

The fantastic social gathering that is the house party changes form depending upon the host's stage in life. The very first parties are likely to take place during the tender teenage years and might only be possible at the parental home when certain disapproving individuals are away on holiday. Late...
17 July 2008

The giving of Gifts can be a very revealing experience as it can often say a great deal about the gift-giver, including what they think about the person they are buying for. The monetary value of the gift can sometimes...
18 July 2008

Christmas is supposed to be a peaceful time of year where you can relax and make the most of a week away from work with the family. Whether you prefer to stay at home and put your feet up or travel somewhere exotic and warm it's all about having fun. However, Christmas has unavoidably become more an...
18 July 2008

Contrary to what you might think when listening to older relatives recount stories of past Christmases - you know the ones, where they tell you about the good old days and explain that things are not quite like what they used to be - the festive season has indeed changed. Things are not the way they...
22 July 2008

Boys will be boys - it's a popular saying and I'm sure it's something that has been said by many parents around the world. Often regarded as more boisterous than little girls, boys can often be seen playing around with their toys; whether alone or with friends, they are never far away for a gadget o...
22 July 2008

Singers, sports stars, actors and other celebrities just seem to be getting younger and younger. These days if you haven't made it to the big time before you turn 21, you might feel over the hill. Those who do hit the big time can earn so much money and live the high life that it must be tough to pi...
22 July 2008

The Journal of Mundane Behaviour is a scholarly sociology journal devoted to everyday behaviour and experiences, devoted to the study of the "unmarked" - those aspects of our everyday lives that typically go unnoticed by us, both as academics and as everyday individuals", i.e. the overlooked trivia ...
23 July 2008

As well as giving 18th birthday gifts, it's traditional to mark the occasion with a special celebration. If you're stuck for ideas, you might be able to take some tips from the stars. As you'll see, e...
24 July 2008

Have you ever met anyone who can honestly say that they hate music? From heavy metal through classical to laidback easy listening jazz, everyone has their favourite types of music, bands and artists so why can it be such a challenge to find musically themed 24 July 2008

A 21st birthday party is a truly special occasion, and there's plenty of pressures to not only choose appropriate 21st birthday gifts, but to come up with creative themes to celebrate the big day. For...
25 July 2008

While some societies have momentous coming of age ceremonies (boys in Papua New Guinea wear a conical hat draped in leaves which reach to below the waist), we in Britain stick to the tried and tested routine of opening
25 July 2008

From the first of December, and often earlier, the high street becomes transformed. We are not just talking about fairy lights and garish decorations here. In pursuit of the best Christmas Gifts, the stores bust...
28 July 2008

Have you ever wondered about the mysterious identity of the Stig? This legendary masked racing driver from the long-running series Top Gear is known for his performance behind the wheel of a car, but very little else. He never speaks; he never takes off his helmet. The only thing that is really know...
29 July 2008

18th birthday gifts are probably the trickiest birthday gifts to choose. You need something that's big enough to mark the occasion but still shows you've put some thought into it rather than just splashing the cash. You've also got to pick something that's grown-up enough to be suitable for an 18th ...
29 July 2008

Christmas is supposed to be a time of celebration, relaxing and spending time with the family. But often the 'season to be jolly' can descend into a chaotic rush of parties, shopping and buying expensive Christmas Gifts
30 July 2008

Even today, when the occasion doesn't have any legal significance, most people want to make a big deal of their 21st birthday. For those with fame and fortune, it seems a ceremonial “key to the door” and a bottle of champagne aren't enough in the way of 30 July 2008

Kids grow up so quickly these days. It often seems like only yesterday that they were born; a time when they were completely dependent upon you for all of their needs, and where all they needed was warmth, love and food. And then they start to grow and this amazing little bundle of love starts to de...
31 July 2008

“Fly me to the moon Let me sing among those stars Let me see what spring is like On Jupiter and Mars” (Frank Sinatra) Flying is the act or process of flight. Since man first looked up into the skies and saw the stars, heavenly bodies and creatures above him, he ...
31 July 2008
 
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