| Are you looking for inexpensive Christmas gift ideas | | | | added treat, throw in a homemade coupon good for a |
| this season? | | | | night of babysitting so Mom and Dad can enjoy a |
| Rather than buying a Christmas gift for your cousin, a | | | | show without the kids. |
| gift for her husband and a gift for each of their three | | | | * Board games make great gifts for families. Choose |
| children, why not give one gift to the five of them that | | | | a few to cater to different ability levels. Don't forget |
| they can enjoy as a family? You'll be amazed how | | | | classic card games like Uno and Old Maid. |
| much money you can save by giving one inexpensive | | | | * A gift certificate to a nice, family-friendly restaurant. |
| family gift rather than several individual gifts. | | | | Mom and Dad will appreciate the opportunity to avoid |
| Let your friends and family know in advance that | | | | cooking and doing dishes. |
| you've decided to create special gifts for families this | | | | * A donation in their family's name to a charity that's |
| year, so you don't have to worry about anyone feeling | | | | important to them. Most organizations have cards that |
| awkward when it comes time to exchange gifts. | | | | can be mailed when gift contributions are made. Did a |
| Hopefully everyone will like the idea of saving money | | | | hospice help them in their time of need? If so, the |
| and jump on the bandwagon. | | | | donation on their behalf will be appreciated more than |
| Here are some ideas for inexpensive gifts for families: | | | | another gift under the tree. |
| * A gift card to Blockbuster or your local video store. | | | | Giving family gifts is an effective way to cut back on |
| Combine the passes with some microwave popcorn | | | | Christmas spending and can often be more personal |
| or candy. The entire family will appreciate the idea of a | | | | than your run of the mill gift. Here's to making your |
| movie night together. | | | | holiday less stressful, inexpensive and more fun! |
| * A book of passes to the movie theater. For an | | | | |