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Old 12-14-2015, 08:45 PM
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I am wired different from most people and it is making it hard for me to find gifts for my male friends. When I say I am wired differently I mean that I hate all sports, I have no interest in cars other than as transportation, I do not get along with tools or DIY projects, I don't collect stuff and I don't drink alcohol hardly at all (a six pack can last months in my house).

My friends are all 60+ in age, Christian, don't drink or smoke.

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I am wired different from most people and it is making it hard for me to find gifts for my male friends. When I say I am wired differently I mean that I hate all sports, I have no interest in cars other than as transportation, I do not get along with tools or DIY projects, I don't collect stuff and I don't drink alcohol hardly at all (a six pack can last months in my house).

My friends are all 60+ in age, Christian, don't drink or smoke.

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Nice bright mini flashlight
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Guys really don't need gifts from other guys, that's my opinion. Maybe a block of cheese,

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Guys really don't need gifts from other guys, that's my opinion. Maybe a block of cheese,
These men (and their wives) We have known for 20 years. We have been meeting together as a Bible study group every Thursday night for 20 years. The twelve of us have been on several vacations together. They are the true definition of friends. These are people that I would trust with my life and people that I know that I could tell anything to without fear of judgement or ridicule. So, yes, a gift is more than appropriate.

Cheese as a gift is a great idea, but most of them have dietary restrictions and cheese may not be the best gift for some of them. For me, that would be a great gift. I can eat anything, and I often do.
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These men (and their wives) We have known for 20 years. We have been meeting together as a Bible study group every Thursday night for 20 years. The twelve of us have been on several vacations together. They are the true definition of friends. These are people that I would trust with my life and people that I know that I could tell anything to without fear of judgement or ridicule. So, yes, a gift is more than appropriate.

Cheese as a gift is a great idea, but most of them have dietary restrictions and cheese may not be the best gift for some of them. For me, that would be a great gift. I can eat anything, and I often do.
More context always helps Muffinhead, how about a DVD of a nostalgic TV show (I Love Lucy or Dick Van Dyke) or a CD of music? If you've known them for close to 20 years, I agree, you need something with a bit more personal thought,

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More context always helps Muffinhead, how about a DVD of a nostalgic TV show (I Love Lucy or Dick Van Dyke) or a CD of music? If you've known them for close to 20 years, I agree, you need something with a bit more personal thought,

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At Cracker Barrel the other day I saw a DVD collection of Don Knotts and Tim Conway, with the Apple Dumpling Gang and Hot Led and Cold Feet. I wish someone would buy me that!

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Nice bright mini flashlight
That's what I have got for a couple of pals (and myself ! ) Another idea, penknife.
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Who reaches 60 without nose hair...
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Old 12-15-2015, 07:40 AM
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Are you getting a gift for yourself or your friends ? Make a donation in their name to the local food bank, women's shelter, church, hospice association or underemployed bartenders assoc.
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I had a small group of friends that we did a hobby activity together daily for five years. For Christmas I printed big activity photos and cut them as inserts into customizable travel mugs - each friend got one personalized for them.

They cost about $5 ea and I put about 1/2 hour into sizing and cutting each photo. Super easy project.
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That's what I have got for a couple of pals (and myself ! ) Another idea, penknife.
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Yep, everyone can always use a micro flashlight, to stick in their car, pocket, toolbox etc. Same with a small knife....
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Old 12-15-2015, 08:23 AM
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Can you get a great pie for under $10? Everyone likes pie!
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Old 12-15-2015, 08:36 AM
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Lowe's has these mini LED flashlights that are SUPER bright. They are usually different colors and can be found near the checkout isle. These are great.

I like the idea of a small pocket knife too.

If there's a book you particularly like, maybe consider that.

I'd love to have a pair of those tighter-fitting neoprene gloves (or whatever they are) for working on my car or scraping the windshield.

Starbucks gift cards are good (unless you live where I do, and the closest Starbucks is an hour away). $10 should buy a couple of cups of coffee (unless you go crazy).
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