We are in the midst of the worst economic situation since the Great Depression. People are losing their jobs. We worry about the future. Yet it is holiday time. We still have to give tokens of our appreciation and affection to those important in our lives. This year's list of gift suggestions features distinctive gifts which are on sale or are deeply discounted. All of my selections are $25 or less. Happy holidays!
Black & Decker DP240 Cordless 2.4 Volt Direct-Plug Screwdriver
You don't have to worry about whether or not he has a cordless screwdriver. Guys can never have enough cordless tools. Nobody knows why.
A Bow Tie from Beau Ties Ltd. of Vermont
It takes a certain kind of man to wear bow ties. But those of us who wear them are hopelessly addicted to them. While I disdain the pouffy ties, I can't get enough of the small, classic professor bow ties. Beau Ties is one of the best places anywhere to buy ties. And they do have some priced at $25.A Bottle of Wine From Morrell Wine
A bottle of wine is always a treasured gift. Morrell Wine offers a superb selection of wines from around the world. I never spend more than $10 a bottle. If you stay in that price range you will have lots of options, perhaps even be lucky enough to buy him two bottles - a red and a white.Transcend 8GB JetFlash V10 USB Flash Drive
Like cordless drills and screwdrivers a man can never have enough flash drives. He's got a lot of stuff to lug around. Files, phone numbers, email address - you know, stuff. This little flash drive holds a lot of stuff. We men love things which hold our stuff. Nobody knows why.An A&F Gift Card
Yes, I am well aware that nothing in Abercrombie and Fitch sells for $25. But it's the thought that counts. Next time he buys that $60 frayed T shirt he cannot live without, he'll think of you.An iTunes Gift Card
A man always needs more tunes on his iPod. Those 99 cent downloads eat up his credit card fast so an iTunes gift card will come in very handy.A McDonald's Gift Certificate
A McDonald's gift certificate is always appreciated by us hungry men. And he'll be very grateful on that day when his funds have run low and he eats breakfast or lunch courtesy of your thoughtful gift.Craftsman Professional 2 pc. Locking Plier Set includes 10 WR and 7R Pliers
This locking plier set does so many useful things. Guys always need another set of pliers. Especially if they are locking. Nobody knows why.Dymo LetraTAG Plus Label Printer - 21455
Label makers fall in the same category as cordless drills and screwdrivers. Within a few weeks there will be labels everywhere. Men love label makers. Nobody knows why.Paper Shredding Scissors From Accoutrements Shredsors
My inspiration for this gift suggestion came from the New York Times super 25 Gifts for Under $25 article. What a neat gadget! Be careful. He will shred everything in sight. Men love shredders. Nobody knows why.