Today's tip: When it comes to gift-giving, be thoughtful!

Animal Crackers by Fred Wagner

Sometimes, in the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, you're left rushing to check names off your gift list, with questionable items making their way into your shopping cart.

As the old saying goes, "It's the thought that counts." While we agree that any gift is generous and should be appreciated, we encourage gift-givers to remember who they're shopping for and put some thought behind their purchases.

Your denture-wearing great-aunt can't savor chewy, stick-to-your-teeth caramels, and your friend in Florida won't wear a pair of wool mittens, no matter how cozy they may be. (We have yet to meet anyone who doesn't appreciate a hilarious calendar, though! Find the perfect one here.)

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