Gift cards have taken the world by storm. Some people love em, some dont. Me personally a bad gift is a bad gift. I have be given gift cards from stores that are not even in my country, let alone in my neighbourhood. However, I have received good ones too!!
Remeber, once upon a time, we use to put cash in an envelope? We were told it was "taboo" a "thoughtless" gift.at best. (Personally, I have no problem with cash LOL). But seriously, what is the difference? In giving cash, the recipient can spent it however and wherever they want. But on the other hand, will they spend it on a gift for themselves, or will they pay bills with it and forget it?
I have researched this topic for a while now, and truly, the people that like gift cards vs. those who hate them are pretty well equal.
Some have admitted to giving gift cards because they are too lazy to shop for anything else. Yikes!! Some people have said that the gift card is for the giver, not the recipient. It saves them time and headaches, trying to shop for that perfect gift.
To Be Or Not To Be - I think gift cards are here to stay. I think the trick to perfect gift giving, whether it be gift cards or gift baskets is to know your recipient. What foods or restaurants do they like, do they like movies, do they like or play sports, etc.
Hey, what happened to that old saying, "Its the thought that counts"?
Please leave a comment and let me know... Do you like receiving gift cards?
