For a truly fail-safe and easy to buy gift or stocking stuffer, go for something entertaining. A great book, CD, DVD or game makes a great holiday present for any budget. Whether you’re shopping for a couch potato or a video game geek, the easiest way into their hearts is through their eyes and ears…and the television.
Is your recipient obsessed with the L Word, The Big Gay Sketch Show, or Little Britain? Give them a box set of the most recent collection of DVDs that will help them relive their favorite moments on their own schedule. As you make the rounds of family and friends’ houses, skip the bottle of wine and bring the host a great collection of seasonal music, especially one with rare or unusual performances.
Video games are no longer just about pushing buttons and staring at a little screen like a teenage zombie. With the Nintendo Wii, playing games can actually help you lose weight, burn calories and improve posture. It’s the easiest way to get a couch potato moving. Even a great board game makes a great gift -- and can help make those hours of house-bound vacation fly by.
