Best Presents Ever

  I hope everyone had a happy holiday.  This time of year it is really easy to let all the work and family stress overwhelm you until you are nothing but a big ball of Grinchy goo.

  Its because of all this stress that sometimes people just get overwhelmed and run out of time to shop so they go with a gift card or just put some money in an envelope.  Which I have nothing against,  but this year I was given two presents that someone put a lot of thought and live into and that made them quite possibly the best presents I have ever received.

  Both of these amazing presents were given to me by my girlfriend. And I know some of you are thinking, 'Of course she got you cool gifts. That's what a girlfriend is supposed to do.' But I can tell you from my experience that is not always the case. More often than not, people will  buy something just so they can cross a name off their list. Sure it might be a cool gift,  but does it have any meaning behind it.

  The first gift my girlfriend gave me was a set of three ornaments. Which is really awesome because I had been looking for the perfect ornament to put on our Christmas tree. I wanted to be something special that somehow tied into this being the first Christmas my girlfriend and I spent together. So, years down the road when we hang the ornament up we can both smile and reflect.

  The ornaments were snowmen and Christmas trees with little picture frames in the center done in a style that I can't really describe but I like. And to be honest, I'm including a picture, so you can see for yourself. Inside the picture frame of one of the snowmen, she had written, "V + J: 2013".

  Sure it was such a simple thing, but it meant so much. She could have got anything at all and I would have been happy. However, by giving me those ornaments it not only shows she put a lot of thought into her gift, but also that our first Christmas together was special to her as well.

The Perfect Ornament 

  The second gift she gave was a drawing of a giant pair of pants and on a Post-It Note, two stick figures. The boy stick figures asks the girl "Are these my size?" and the girl responds with a loud "No".

  What does these mean besides being a cool piece of art? It means my girlfriend thinks my pants are too big. Which is true. You can't argue with the truth.

I have issues with buying the right size pants

  The picture is also a promise of an adventure. One day we will go out into this crazy world in search of a pair of pants that will fit me and whatever happens along the way happens. It is probably one the greatest gifts anyone has ever given me just for the sheer fact of how creative it was and the story behind it.  I have it framed and every time I look at it I think how lucky I am and get a big dopey smile on my face.

  Based on just the amazing time I have spent with my girlfriend and these two incredible gifts alone, this has been the best Christmas I have had in years.

Thank you

That 's Not A Wrap

  There are a lot of great things that go along with the holiday season.  You get a chance to spend time with family,  friends and loved ones. If you are lucky enough to get some snow,  you could make a snowman or have a snowball fight. And of course, there are presents.

  I love giving things to people.  So much so that sometimes I might go a little overboard. But its not my fault.  When I see things that remind me of people I know, I tend to go ahead and buy them.

  The only problem is... I am the worst present wrapper in the world. No matter how hard I try, my presents always end up looking like a bear with two left hands wrapped them.

  Don't believe me. Check out these examples of my skill. Or lack there of.

What To Get That Special Nerd (7 Things)

  This holiday season did you discover that your significant other is a card carrying nerd? Did you not get the right present and now want to rush out and try to set things straight, but you are having trouble deciding what to get for that special nerd in your life? Do you think Star Wars and Star Trek are the same thing? Were you surprised to hear that they still make comic books, and that they were being made into movies? When that special nerd asks you to watch Doctor Who, do you think he/she is trying to pull an Abbott and Costello routine on you?

  For some reason people seem to think shopping for a nerd is difficult, when in fact, we are probably the easiest people you will ever shop for. We are rarely picky, and love simple, fun things that we can either display or play with everyday. For instance, if someone was to give me a nice suit, I definitely appreciate it and wear it a few times a year. However, if someone gave me the same type of sonic screwdriver used by Matt Smith, my poor little nerd brain would explode.

  If you have spent the last three weeks trying to decide what to get and still feel lost, don't worry. I'm here to help. Because you seem to care so much about that nerd in your life, I have decided I would comb the internet for you and find some of this years hottest gifts for nerds. I also threw a few in that I really like. Oh, and these are in no particular order of coolness or what have you. It's all good.

1.  DVD Box Sets
        Nerds are normally a fairly busy people who have a limited amount of free time. And the majority of that free time is spent in front of a television set either with friends or by ourselves. We tend to gravitate towards television shows because then we have the choice of watching just one or two episodes before bed or gathering together with our friends and consuming an entire season in one day. Here's a few suggestions: Star Trek, Star Trek: The Next Generation, Doctor Who, Firefly, Primeval, Downtown Abbey, Merlin, Battlestar Galactica, etc.

2.  The Jedi Bath Robe
       One size fits all. Price: $63.00
       Is your significant other always trying to move things using their mind or pretending your dog is the emperor of an evil empire? If so, they may have dreams of someday becoming a Jedi. Help them achieve their goal by getting them some awesome Jedi apparel. Starting with this super soft and comfy Jedi Bath Robe.


3. Samurai Ninja Umbrella
      Price: $19.79
      Your nerd may not be much of a fighter, but no one else needs to know that. At the first sign of trouble all he/she has to do is show of the handle of this umbrella which is designed to look  like the handle of a samurai sword. No one messes with ninja. It's just common sense.

4.  Math Clock
       Price: $23.00

       Have you ever wondered which one of your friends you should ask when you have a math question? This clock will help you figure it out. Only the highest level of mathletes will be able to figure out these equations. And not only does this clock look cool, but it will make people think you are way smarter than you really are.


5. Sonic Screwdriver
      Price: $25.00 - $34.00

     Does your nerd love to fix things? Computers, doors, tables...anything. Then give them the ultimate all purpose tool, the Sonic Screwdriver. Okay, so this replica really only lights up and makes sounds. It's still pretty cool. Which makes it a must have for any Doctor Who fan. My favorite is the Matt Smith version.

6.  Nyan Cat T-Shirt
       Price: $20.00

      Nyan cat is a hugely popular Internet meme and it is one of those things that all nerds really love because knowing about it defines you as a true Internet nerd. Everyone may not get it, but they will definitely ask you about it. And who doesn't want a little extra attention.



7.  Bane Mask
     Price: $200.00

        No gift exchange can be complete without a little something Batman. Although, not everyone is going to end up buying a present with the Batman logo on it.  I suggest getting something a little more bad ass, such as Bane's Mask. Imagine Christmas dinner with the family while wearing Bane's mask. Won't no one refuse to pass you the mashed potatoes then, yo.