My Christmas Wish List…

My Christmas Wish List…

Posted on 11. Dec, 2010 by annie in Notebook

I love Christmas. I LOVE to give presents. I get a mega-rush when I find the perfect gift for a loved one. But I can be tough to shop for, so last year I tried the Amazon.com wish list which not only worked out great, but was also a near-perfect metaphor for my general psyche and outlook on life.

Let me explain.

I am the product of an Attorney-Mother and a Musician-Father. This particular parental concoction has instilled in me two very opposing life-viewpoints. On one hand, I’m extremely practical and prudent. On the other hand, I’m completely insane and get really excited about things that most normal people would find utterly ridiculous.

So my wish list is half and half. Like, half Chia-Obamas and half spatulas. Yes, I asked for a spatula last year for Christmas. One of those Good Grip’s ones. I needed one. And I got it. (I ended up buying myself the Chia-Obama.)

chi-obama

The practical side of me knows that I don’t really need anything. But that same practical-radar starts blaring when I realize I can get something for free. So I fill my wish list with things that I use regularly (like Neutrogena cleansing hydrating eye makeup remover lotion) so I don’t have to go to the drugstore and by it. This is not an exciting present to purchase for someone and I’m sure it really aggravates my family that I put things like this on a so-called Christmas list. I mean, who asks Santa for control-top pantyhose and a broom and dust pan for the upstairs bathroom closet? I do.

From my wish list:

nuetro

But I also have another side. The side that asks for things like a coin purse which at first glance looks like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. I need a coin purse. And I also love peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. A match made in heaven.

Check it:

pbandj

Oh yeah. I gotta have this. Practicality meets Ridiculous. Checkmate.

But for me, there’s no better gift than a gift card. I know this sounds terrible. But it was HARD WORK picking out 10 things I wanted for Christmas. With a gift card, I can treat myself to a chai latte or two (or fifty) and enjoy a gift that keeps on giving. No muss, no fuss. The ultimate present would be a gift card for something ridiculous. Like, a gift card which would provide me with all the tools necessary to throw a Lord of the Rings pool party.

I guess the point of all this is to take stock in how fortunate I am to not need anything for Christmas (other than more Chia-Obamas or perhaps some of those wooden hangers from Ikea). My real wish is for everyone to feel safe and loved this Christmas. I’d like to say out loud how blessed I feel this year and to send my thoughts and prayers to those less fortunate. I’ll take a second now to plug my current fave charitable cause and encourage anyone who can to give to the New Orleans Musician’s Clinic to help those making music get the care they need this Christmas. http://www.neworleansmusiciansclinic.org/donations.html

So do you guys use the Amazon wish list? What’s on your Christmas list? Hope everyone has a safe and wonderful holiday!

Happy Holidays,

Annie

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9 Responses to “My Christmas Wish List…”

  1. Dani

    11. Dec, 2010

    I love that peanut butter and jelly coin purse, that is totally awesome lol made me take a second look. I love reading these blogs, its always something different and its enjoyable. I have soo many things I want on my Christmas List, but Ive taken stock in looking at my life and the others around me and Ive decided I dont want anything for the holiday. I have many needs, but I dont want people spending their money on my needs when they have their own needs to tend to. Its tough economic times, and I know others and myself are struggling to make ends meet. So instead of buying gifts and stuff, I bought a christmas tree for a friend and her kids, she got the kids gifts but there was no tree to put them under. I couldnt let that happen. So many of us are fortunate, even in tough times and its the little stuff that to me, is a big deal. Getting back to me haha, yeah I could use plenty of gift cards for dunkin donuts lmao god knows I drink a ton of coffee…I drive a transport van for an ambulance company and im on the road 10 hours a day. But lately I guess ive been looking for practicality more than anything. Anyways, I havent tried the amazon wish list yet…im gonna have to go check it out! Annie, I hope you have the best Christmas yet! Enjoy your family and loved one. Take Care….Dani

  2. Karen

    11. Dec, 2010

    Merry Christmas Annie! Another great blog! Things on my Christmas list are simple things like cute socks, perfume, and then the most important thing….Sugarland tickets! :)

    Have a wonderful Christmas with your family and friends!

  3. Tom Monck

    11. Dec, 2010

    Hi Annie, Fantastic Blog also very funny! Happy Holidays to you too! Tom

  4. Jessica

    11. Dec, 2010

    So do the Star Wars pancake molds fall under practical or ridiculous? http://tinyurl.com/2f2ru8n

    I’m pretty sure these sandwich cutters were designed for you and your PB&J’s http://tinyurl.com/22uhm7r

    I hope you have a very Merry Christmas Annie!

  5. L J Distas

    11. Dec, 2010

    Please invite me to your Lord of the Rings pool party. Thank you.

  6. Shawn Pitre

    11. Dec, 2010

    My Christmas list this year is like yours…gift cards. This the first year I’ve done that. Mom won’t be home for Christmas…in Kansas taking care of my Grandma who has terminal cancer. So, it’s Dad, the dogs, and myself for Christmas…and asking for gift cards was the easiest thing to do. Like you, I don’t need anything for Christmas. I’m blessed to have what I have and be surrounded by a core group of people…as small as it may be. I wish you a very Merry Christmas Annie, and a blessed and prosperous New Year. Thanks for allowing us to be a small part of your life. Be well.

  7. Jennifer

    11. Dec, 2010

    …….have to say…we thought of you too when seeing the Star Wars molds and cookie cutters!!!!
    Having kids kinda makes your Christmas list change or so it does for us…..we just hope to be able to provide for them..items they hope to get from us or Santa!! Anything else that falls under our tree is certainly loved no matter. If I had to make a list….I would agree with Karen for a basketful of Sugarland and Little Big town tickets (even if not touring together)….anything from bath and body works too!! Movie passes are cool….anyhow…enjoyed your blog and hope you have a blessed and fun Christmas!!!

  8. Terri Plant - Riding

    11. Dec, 2010

    I’m like you Annie…I don’t really need anything for Christmas…just hope that my family is together and has a happy, healthy holiday this year……..that’s all I really want….hope you and yours have a great Christmas and God Bless You!!! (I really “dig” the p’nut butter/jelly coin purse though!) Happy Holidays! *Terri and Rich*

  9. Elise

    17. Jan, 2011

    Dude…Coin purse=awesome!

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