Creative Gifts for Your

One 2 One Story: Ten Creative Gifts for Your Date One2One Magazine Website Thursday, September 22, 2005 Username Email Username Password Forgot Password? Not a Member? Sign-Up! It's Free. Entertainment One2One With Movies Ranked Lists Other End Up Ellen Explains Wall Flower - PrivyNews Wacky Times Survival Skills Dear John DMR Ask David Features Sex Talk Time Out! Lifestyle Celebrity Duds Single Life Living Space Wheels BYOB Fashion Guru Community Forums Travel Hot Spots When In Fun & Games Games Tests Gifts I-Web-U Online News & Commentary Ten Creative Gifts for Your Date What: Spring Truffle Gift Box Price: $45.00 Buy at: www.Godiva.com Why: Who doesn’t like chocolate? This gift box comes in an exciting, springy color that positively screams “Happy First Date!” and is a great gift that your date can sinfully enjoy. With 24 assorted pieces in every box, there's a fair chance that at least a dozen of the chocs will be his or her favorite types. And then, hopefully, you’ll be granted a second date... If so, perhaps you two can indulge in another box of these scrumptious chocolates together. Youre The Best Candle Price: $45 Buy at: www.redenvelope.com Why: This beautiful jasmine-scented candle literally states “You’re The Best,” which will make your date feel extra special from the very start. It is accompanied by a short story that will add to the sentimental aspect of the gift, and it has a cool re-usable leather box to ensure it's a keepsake gift. Now all you need to do is make sure you keep his or her special feelings burning like the candle's flame, and then a second date will be guaranteed. Italian Lavender-Scented Stones Price: $18 Buy at: www.redenvelope.com Why: These pretty-smelling stones are is a gift that lasts forever and ever, unlike a clichéd bouquet of flowers. The jar also comes in handy for millions of fun household uses, such as scenting the laundry room, linen closet, and more. 25 pumice stones are carefully scented promoting relaxation of the mind... Groovy, man! Day Spa Basket Price: $42 Buy at: www.redenvelope.com Why: This gift says “take time out for yourself, you deserve it.” A neatly woven basket, jam-packed with Tipton Charles spa treats, it's the perfect “take a break” gift. Eucalyptus bath salts, basil nectarine body lotion, black mud facial soap, rejuvenating spring water and sweet candies make up the ultimate relaxation basket. While your date unwinds with this in-house spa treatment, without doubt, he or she will be thinking of you... Truth Vase from Maya Buy at: www.Hallmark.com Why: This vase is all about honesty, promoted by the simple and poetic message printed on the exterior. Watch out though, because truth will be expected by your date, so don't play any games after buying this gift. But, of course, a loyal person has nothing to worry about... You will seem like an open-hearted person when delivering this thoughtful gift. Your Favorite Indie Movie Price: $12-30 Buy at: www.iFilm.com Why: Hopefully you and your date will share similar movie preferences (tip - don't buy them a kung-fu movie, or the latest slasher pic, if you have any doubt whether they like that kind of thing!). Naturally, when you give your date a DVD or video, it's most likely that you'll get invited back to watch the movie with him or her. So, then you two can cuddle up, while watching a romantic movie, or laugh hysterically at a comedy. Either way, you are enjoying each other's company. Share Your Favorite Book Price: Varies Buy at: Borders, Barnes and Noble Why: Your taste in books can help your date get to know the 'real' you, because there’s nothing like a good book. One can tell a lot from the type of book a person likes, and perhaps if you both have a similar taste in page-turners, then you will move on to the next chapter in your blossoming romance. Hersheys Bear Price: $32.99 Buy at: www.giftsense.com Why: This is a “to-die-for” teddy bear, with a squeezable plush body. Man or woman, you’ll definitely go all soft and gooey for this adorable, huggable, stuffed bear. His fluffy hands hold an enlarged stuffed Hershey’s Kiss and a 7” solid chocolate kiss accompanies the 13” tall teddy as well. This gift is sweet all the way around, and certainly will bring a big smile to your date’s face. You Brighten My Day Cookies Price: $39.99 Buy at: www.giftsense.com Why: This mouth-watering gift comes with six enormous assorted flavored cookies. And you can even add your own personalized message... The sun décor says “you brighten my day” which is a cute way to let your date know how you feel. Moreover, after devouring the fresh baked cookies, courtesy of the Blooming Cookies kitchens, the ceramic vase can be used in the household or office as a flower pot... Nice. 24kt gold Dipped Rose Price: $59 Buy at: www.romanceher.com Why:If you can't say it with flowers, say it with a solid Gold flower! This gift will totally express your creative romantic side too. It is absolutely keepsake material and will look nice in any room in your date’s house. Platinum and silver vases are available as well on this website. Now, you can be like TV's The Bachelor or Bachelorette and give a rose to your date - a rose they can actually keep forever! Print this article Email Story to friend Make One2Onemag.com your homepage Your Comments on this story: User Comments : Posted By Unknown, on [9/14/2005 3:31:00 PM] Comments: piease right for me a lot of sex Address in Internet. Search One2One Search: Title: Ten Creative Gifts for Your Date Why: Who doesnt like chocolate? 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Gifts For Women

10 Valentine's Day Gifts For Women 10 Valentine's Day Gifts For Women Valentine's Day is the perfect holiday to put extra thought into your gift giving. Women love to know their partners are not only spending their money, but theirthoughtful written all over them. One of them is bound to please the woman in your life. Of all the holidays in the year, Valentines Day is the one to truly make the thought count when it comes to gift giving. It is all about her. Take yourself out of the equation. If its something you will love, chances are its not a gift exclusively for her. I shouldnt even have to say this by now, but please no sexy lingerie! So before you rush off to the mall, take a look around your womans surroundings, her favorite places in her home. You may think you know her, but a fresh look is always time well spent. One well thought out gift can erase from her memory her horror when you gave her a box of low fat chocolate, or the slinky lingerie three sizes too big. Its neither all about pretty nor all about practical. Its not about expensive or cheap. Again, its the thought and effort put behind the gift. As you plan your gift, practice a little imagery. Imagine her opening up your gift. Prove to her that you know her, what makes her heart go pitter patter, her eyes well up with happy tears, her face beam with delight. Still cant think of a great gift? Allow me. Here are ten thoughtful Valentines Day gifts. Books, CDs, books on tape, videos. Again, take a long look at what she already has in her bookshelf, in her music collection. Dont be afraid to ask the store clerk either. You already know her tastes, right? But store associates know whats hot or even what classics are most sought after even if you dont. Music or dance lessons. Does she not so secretly express her desire to compete on American Idol? Do you catch her singing into a hairbrush in the mirror? Does she fawn when PBS airs the international ballroom dancing competition? A romantic meal at home. Notice I didnt say you had to cook it? Restaurants are now making it easier than ever to pick up a meal on the go. There are also some excellent frozen entres in your grocers freezer. The famous chef to the stars, Wolfgang Puck even has a line of frozen gourmet dishes. Dont forget dessert. Either way, make it easy, put out the best china and silverware, and do not leave a mess in the kitchen! Cushions and pillows. Nothing says lovin like a little luxury. Does she sit in a chair most of her day? Or does she like to sit in bed and read magazines? Give her a top of the line back or bootie cushion. Go to a store that specializes in orthopedic or ergonomic products. This thoughtful gift will remind her how you care about her comfort. Gadgets. Gadgets arent just for guys anymore. What about a cool camera phone? Or an MP3 player? Or, if and only if, shes already an exerciser, visit your local sporting goods store and check out the latest device designed to help her accomplish her fitness goals, maybe a talking pedometer. Dont forget the card and words to the effect of, I love it that youre taking care of yourself. I want us to be healthy and happy for a long time. Shoes and a day of shoe shopping together. No matter if shes the diva type or the earthy type, a good pair of shoes can put a smile on a womans face for a long time. Look, theres no way in heck youre going to be able to pick out a pair of shoes. I dont suggest trying it. Dont even buy a gift certificate. You cant limit her to just one choice of store! Instead, put it in writing that you will accompany her in good spirits to as many shoes stores as necessary in a 24 hour period for her to find a pair of shoes she will truly love. 24 hours of personal service---housekeeper, cook, masseuse, butler, secretary, and chauffeur. We should all have the feeling that our every whim is being catered to at least once a year. You might wake her with breakfast in bed, then run a bubble bath for her, and bring her the morning paper. While she reads her favorite magazine, you are dusting and mopping and cleaning the house from top to bottom. Remember, its the spirit that you undertake the chores with that will make the biggest impression, so dont forget to whistle while you work! Make an appointment with a professional to have something fixed about you. Yes, I said it, the f word. Are your teeth needing some repair, have you been putting off an uncomfortable but necessary health screening? Now some will say, How romantic is that? But she will know that youre finally listening to her and taking care that youll stay healthy for her, and that, my friends, is happiness money can never buy. Of course, youll need to give her the news over a romantic candlelight dinner. Selection of gift certificates from her favorite stores, the stores where she buys things for other people. If she likes that expensive coffee place, thats a good start. Take a walk around her favorite mall without her. Her spirit will guide you and before you know it, youll be thinking youre a genius for being so thoughtful! Professional photo session. You know how shes always the one making memories from your everyday life? Shes the photographer, rarely the photographed. Give her a session with a professional photographer. Now we know the most popular form of this gift is from that place where glamorous shots are taken and tons of makeup is applied semi-professionally. Again, know your woman. If thats not her style, then find a local photographer who will photograph her naturally or however way she truly wants to be seen. Now if youre a traditionalist and these ideas have your head spinning, then go ahead and throw in a bouquet of flowers and a shiny box of chocolates. It never hurts to have a backup! Author: Sandra Webber About Author: Ellen Webber is a freelance writer with many years experience receiving Valentines Day gifts through the years. She admits all the gifts shes received werent as unique and thoughtful as these listed here, but she accepted each one graciously as she believes is the only way to make sure the gift givers try again the next year. DISCLAIMER: PLEASE READ - By printing, downloading, or using you agree to our full terms. Review the full terms at www.2020site.org/legal/. Below is a summary of some of the terms. If you do not agree to the full terms, do not use the information. Since this information is from old and outdated books, it is for research purposes only. The information is "AS IS", "WITH ALL FAULTS". User assumes all risk of use, damage, or injury. You agree that we have no liability for any damages. We are not liable for any consequential, incidental, indirect, or special damages. 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The Basics -- 5 cardinal rules of college gift-giving - MSN Money MSN Home My MSN Hotmail Shopping Money People & Chat Sign In W eb Search: Money S earch MSN Money: Help Home News Banking Investing Planning Taxes My Money Portfolio Loans Insurance Planning Home Retirement Savings Insurance Family/College College Tools Scholarship Search College Search Resources Decision Centers Commentary Index More Tools Related Links Message Boards Print-friendly version Send this to a friend Save for College Go to Step by Step A R T I C L E S Understanding the true cost of college Strategies to meet your college savings goal How to set up your child's college fund Small investments that yield big education dollars 5 cardinal rules of college gift-giving The best way to save for college An investment plan tied to yourchild's age Tax-savvy ways to fund college education Advertisement The Basics 5 cardinal rules of college gift-giving There are many ways, such as gifts and trusts, to help your family financially. But you should know the rules to protect yourself and your loved ones. By Adriane G. Berg Rule No. 1: Decide if you really want to make a gift There are consequences associated with gift giving, so think about what youre trying to accomplish. Dont transfer ownership and control over money without intending to do so. Once a name is changed on a deed, bank account or security, you have relinquished ownership of that asset. Even if you have placed the assets in a joint account, a creditor, spouse or other person named in the account can seize all of the money. Be careful. If you need help in handling money use a power of attorney, don't make a gift. Dont use custodial accounts if you think you'll need the money. The most frequently used form of gifts to grandchildren is the Uniform Gifts to Minors Account, the UGMA, or the similar Uniform Transfers to Minors Account, or UTMA. Although the assets are held in custody until the child reaches adulthood, the money belongs to the child. You cant take it back and the child gets the money at ages 18 or 21, depending on the child's state of residence. Make sure the gift is complete. For example, a deed with two names "in common" sets up only a half ownership. If one person dies, the other person does not necessarily inherit the remainder. Placing a grandchild's name on a deed beside your own does not guarantee that the child inherits the house. The child gets half ownership; the rest is distributed according to the law of intestacy for that individual state. Rule No. 2: Know how to title the gift The title on a bank account, stock, bond or deed creates wide differences in legal rights. A joint account transfers funds completely. Creditors, spouses and gift recipients can get all of it. Accounts that are Payable on Death (POD), and In Trust for Accounts (Totten Trusts) are not gifts. They are revocable transfers that pass without probate upon the death of the donor. Custodial accounts, such as UGMAs and UTMAs, transfer property irrevocably and with no strings attached. The custodian manages the account, and funds can be added to it. All of these types of accounts are considered the child's when it comes to determining eligibility for college aid, except POD and Totten Trusts. A true trust sets up a legal structure that the Internal Revenue Service taxes separately from yours or the recipients income. When a person receives funds from the trust, that person then pays the taxes on those funds. Trusts offer a great deal of flexibility. You can put restrictions on gifts held in trust. For example, there can be investment limitations or you can say the funds can be used to pay only for a grandchilds college, or that the funds can only be distributed after he or she reaches a certain age or once theyre married. Rule No. 3: Understand the tax consequences of a gift A child under the age of 14 is taxed on investment gains at his or her parents' highest marginal tax bracket. The so-called "kiddie tax is imposed to discourage transfers as a way to lower your tax bill. However, children under 14 get an exemption from taxation of investment gains of up to $1,400 a year. The bottom line: If income tax savings is your goal, transfer just enough to generate no more than $1,400 in returns each year. When the child reaches the age of 14, transfer more, unless the gift disqualifies the child for college aid. The donor is taxed for gifts. Be sure you follow the rules to get a gift tax exemption: You can transfer up to $11,000 per person each year without the recipient paying a tax or even reporting it on a tax return. Married couples can transfer up to $22,000 per beneficiary gift tax-free. If college is upon you, you can give an unlimited amount of money and pay no taxes if the gift is earmarked directly for tuition or other college fees (although not room and board). You can also pay the medical expenses of a beneficiary in unlimited amounts, if payments are made directly to the medical institution. If you must pay a gift tax, file on the April 15th after the year the gift was given. Gifts over the $11,000 to $22,000 rule are subject to a gift tax based on their fair market value at the time the gift was made. The usual procedure is to file a gift tax return and use all or a portion of the lifetime $1 million exclusion that we each get for gifts and inheritance. (The exclusion bumps up to $1.5 million in 2004, $2 million in 2006 and $3.5 million in 2009. In 2010, the gift and estate tax are to be repealed. The Republican-controlled Congress may try to accelerate these changes.) Rule No. 4: Know the best strategy to maximize the gift. Will you give now or later? If college planning is the goal, you may want to start immediately. Be sure that you don't use property that qualifies under the stepped-up basis rule. Known as SUB, it allows property such as your home to be appraised at its fair market value upon your death, rather than what you paid for it 20 years ago. So, if you have some highly appreciated property and transfer it during your lifetime, your family will end up paying more in taxes. You are depriving the family of this handsome tax benefit. If you need to give money right away, liquidate non-appreciated property or get rid of your losers. Or you can keep the asset in your name and take a loan against it to make the gift. Will you give outright or in trust? The 2503 C trust, sometimes called the child's trust, allows you to hold the gift in trust until the child reaches age 21, and get the $10,000 gift tax exclusion. If the child dies before reaching that age, the money goes into his or her estate. The money cannot be used to discharge a legal obligation of the donor. College is not a legal obligation. Interestingly, if the grantor/grandparent reserves the right to get income from the trust, the IRS considers the grandparent the owner for tax purposes. In that case, the gains are taxed in their bracket. Family limited partnerships have been around since 1910, and have enjoyed a recent resurgence. If you like the idea of a trust, but want to control the money and investments yourself, consider transferring the gift to a partnership. You act as general partner and the children or grandchildren are limited partners and recipients. Their tax bracket is applied to gains, and you can distribute the funds when needed for college or other purposes. The gift is out of your estate and even better, the gift is subject to IRS gift tax discount tables. In that way, you can transfer more than $1 million free of estate and gift taxes over the next few years. Rule No. 5: Understand the family impact of your decision Although the rules of gifting are technical, the act of giving can be very emotional. Giving a gift to one family member in need may anger another family member, even if that person is financially affluent. A few devices can help smooth family tensions, or at least stave off future legal battles. The advancement clause in a will asserts that gifts given during your lifetime are an advance against a future inheritance. This allows you to give, or advance money to one relative today, and have your executor "even out the score," after you are gone. For example, if you give Grandson John $10,000 for tuition and give Granddaughter Sally nothing, you can still leave the two of them a total of $50,000 in your will. But since John already received $10,000, he gets only $15,000 upon your death and Sally gets $25,000. What if you intend to favor one family member over another? You can forestall a legal fray with the "in terrorum clause." That clause asserts that in the event that one relative is disgruntled, any attempt to attack the will or trust results in a forfeiture of inheritance rights. Few heirs fight for the principle of the thing. Resources Read/Post comments on the Your Money message board Find a problem in this article? Send us e-mail Free Newsletters! Search MSN Money tips © 2005 Microsoft MSN Privacy Legal Advertise Feedback Help