So you’re not the best gift giver… In fact, when people tell you “oh you shouldn’t have”, they really mean it! Ok well not all of us have been blessed with that perfect-gift-picking sense… But don’t fret. If you’re still having a hard time figuring out what to buy for everyone, you can relax cuz I’ve put together a list of age appropriate gifts to give you some ideas…

For kids up to age 12, check out Toy Wishes’ list of this year’s 12 hottest toys. If your having trouble finding any of these toys in stock, try searching online and browsing eBay…

For teenagers, if they don’t already have one, Ipods are wonderful gifts. If you don’t want to spend that much, get them gift cards. For clothes, try American Eagle, Gap, or Banana Republic. If you’re not sure about the person’s clothing store preferences, get them a gift card to BestBuy or get a Visa Gift Card which can be used ANYWHERE Visa is accepted!

For college students (18 up to 24), gift cards to Barnes and Noble are great. So are movie passes, gift certificates for restaurants, or how about an Aerogrow Aerogarden for growing some fresh *cough* oregano *cough* right in their dorm rooms…

For women ages 25 - 50, a gift certificate for a day at the spa makes a fantastic gift! Depending on your budget, gift cards for handbags are also a good choice. Gift cards to stores like Macy’s or Bath and Body Works are also good choices and, depending on the type of person it’s for, you might even get away with a gift card for Target.

For men ages 25 - 50, gift cards to Sears or Home Depot are great for tool lovers. Try to think of what hobbies the guy has… like golf or baseball, and get gifts that are appropriate for that.

For anyone older than 50, think comfort. Foot massagers are great for achy feet and warm tea feels great on a cold winter day…

Here are a few more tips that should help even the worst gift givers out there:

1. If it’s for your wife, diamonds really are a girl’s best friend so jewelry is almost ALWAYS the best choice, unless she specifically asked for something else.
2. If it’s for your girlfriend, a diamond engagement ring is always anticipated around Christmas time… If you’re not ready to propose, then stay far away from jewelry of any kind. Just make sure whatever you get, it’s sappy and romantic.
3. Never ever under any circumstances get ANYONE any kind of clothing.
4. When in doubt, don’t buy it. If you’re really going nuts, just call the person up and ask them what they think of the item you’re considering buying.

All that said, good luck and try to have fun. Oh and don’t forget to get a little something for me….