If you’re a man that hands out cash as a gift, you really need to read this article.

Men loathe the thought of entering a shopping mall. Women get all hot and bothered by the shopping experience. Men on the other hand would rather walk in with a specific store list, map, and the nearest escape route (preferably to a bar). It’s a rather castrating experience for them. It isn’t fair and there is just too much stuff…

Guys, I’m on your side. I suggest you pour yourself a nice cup of organic coffee and mull through this article. It will bring you happiness for years to come!

Ladies, if you want something, write it down on a list, and stick the list in his wallet. Try to keep your list down to just a few things. Write the price range, and best store to purchase the item at. Let him know about the list and update it regularly. Include in the list your favorite color, flower, and clothing size you wear (the actual size, not like your drivers license weight.)

Make the list guys!, but, I know you’re guys, so here’s some guidelines. Listen up here dudes! Don’t buy us ladies gift cards! Clothing is another shopping boner. Unless your lady tells you exactly what clothing (and size) to buy, don’t go there! If you buy clothing too small she’ll feel fat, too big she’ll think you think she’s fat.

Personally, I like to receive flowers with a romantic note promising dinner at a fine restaurant. There isn’t much a romantic dinner can’t solve. If you think through your dinner plans and after meal activities, you will find a very affectionate woman on your hands.

One thing woman like is pampering! We love to receive exotic lotions, scented bath salts and a high end bath robe. For example, there is organic cotton, all the way to fine Egyptian cotton robes. Find the one that best fits your budget.

None of these ideas sound good to you? Think sweet! Chocolate and gourmet coffee are your friend. Most women can be wooed with splendid chocolates and gourmet coffee. It is a gift that will last every morning (at least for a while) that spoils her senses. If she is a coffee lover consider purchasing her a coffee of the month membership from an online coffee retailer. If you don’t know what she likes, then purchase a few different coffees to let her try. One stipulation, do not get any version of canned coffee or “store bought” chocolate. The chocolate must be in a box, or don’t bother.

Nearly all women need high quality pens and a planner or journal. No one likes to be without a pen, or be stuck with one that only works intermittently. Even more frustrating is to hunt for a pen, then find one that doesn’t work. If you want to get a really nice pen look for a Montblanc. If you opt for a journal over a planner get one that has plenty of pages, but not so big that she can’t hold it.

If your lady is into growing things then by all means, a nice potted plant is not out of the question. Flowers like African Violets, and miniature roses both bloom year around and require minimal upkeep. Every time she looks at the plant she will think of you!

When it comes down to it guys, you should just ask your woman what she wants. We all know what we want. Make sure she doesn’t request something too expensive! My previous suggestions can be tweaked to apply to nearly any woman. Women want to be pampered and adored. We want gifts that reflect our style, and not yours. If all else fails, then a framed picture of the two of you will be enough to get you through this holiday.

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