There are two times a year when flights are very expensive - the middle of summer and around Christmas. Why is that? The answer is simple - this winter phenomenon exists because the school is out for 2 weeks and people miss warmth, so they go to tropical destinations.

Christmas is coming up and the evidence is everywhere: Costco Christmas decorations, Hobby Lobby shelves full of Christmas supplies, and an occasional Jingle Bells song here and there.

Who wouldn't like to gift gifts that are unique, hand-made, special, and full of little meaningful fuzzies? In reality, though, most of us don't have time and sometimes abilities for that. However, we still want the recipient to feel honored, to show that we care and that we did our research and spent time choosing a gift. After all, gift giving is not just a box, it's the love, care, and appreciation that we try to communicate.