I’ve written a fair amount about why experiences are better than things. Two of my posts are here and here.
I read a really good article about the same subject on Motherly. In the piece, Elizabeth Tenety gives a helpful list of experiences one can give as gifts, in this case, it’s a list she is directing to family members who want to give gifts to her children. As she explains to her well-meaning family, “…please, no more random toys for the kids, please. If you really, really, really want to get something for my kids, I have made a short list…”
Some of the items on the list:
- Swimming lessons
- A weekend at grandpa’s
- Art supplies
- Someone to bring them to the library to return their borrowed books—and get new ones
- A trip to the playground
- A movie night
What are some experiences you can give to your family and friends? Please join the conversation with your comments…
Best regards,
David