Have you finished your Christmas shopping?

@spalladino (17891)
United States
December 17, 2008 11:01am CST
I did most of my Christmas shopping online this year, in search of the absolute lowest price for the things my family wanted because our finances are tight this year. I also found it to be pretty convenient since half of my family lives in another state so I had some of the gifts sent directly to them. Yesterday we mailed off the rest of the packages going up north. Today I'm going to Walmart to get one last gift and then I'm done!
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@GAUCI123 (1042)
• Malta
17 Dec 08
I did buy somethings online, same as you I don't want to spend too much this christmas since I am tight financially too. However I bought lots of different of choclate boxes since for me is the easiest present, I am tired of running shops not knowing what to buy, and don't have time. It is a big headace for me buying presents, I don't know what exactly to buy and worry if they will like it or not, Well I guess gift vouchers are good to. :)
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@spalladino (17891)
• United States
17 Dec 08
My problem is that I don't live near any large towns or cities with malls so I would have to drive for over an hour *before* I have to wander around the stores trying to figure out what everyone wants. That's why I love shopping online so much. There were so many choices and, once I got an idea, I could compare prices easily and get the best price from the comfort of my own home.
@murderistic (2278)
• United States
18 Dec 08
The husband and I are broke this year. So I decided to make all the girls jewelry and make my mom, dad, grandparents, brother, and bridesmaids framed gifts with pictures from my wedding last summer. Last night, I used up a gift card I'd been stashing for 60 bucks at Borders and bought all the guys books. I could have used the gift card for any store in the mall but I had no idea what to buy them.... men are so hard to shop for. Anyway, every thing's almost done, I just have a few more jewelry pieces to make! I'm very happy about my presents to give this Christmas because they barely cost me anything and I can give something special to everyone!
@spalladino (17891)
• United States
30 Dec 08
I really wish that I could be creative like that. It sounds like your gifts will be the most treasured. Merry Christmas!
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@spalladino (17891)
• United States
6 Jan 09
Mine was hectic but went well. Everyone loved their gifts, my daughter and I cooked and family came and went all day. I'm glad Christmas only comes around once a year though 'cause it was exhausting!
• United States
1 Jan 09
Thanks for the BR by the way, I just realized today! Christmas went pretty well for me, I think my gifts were very appreciated. How was yours?
@riyasam (16556)
• India
23 Dec 08
yes,i am done with most of my christmas shopping.i donot buy any online stuff,as they charge me extra for shipping to india.i need to get some quilts for my children.that would complete my shopping.
@AmbiePam (91942)
• United States
17 Dec 08
Yes, I'm done. And I finished wrapping the last present today. I didn't have too many people to buy for, so it was easier than normal. It kind of seems like December has gone by quickly. I wish it would last a little longer because I love this time of year.
@spalladino (17891)
• United States
17 Dec 08
I'm almost finished with my wrapping, too. My two year old grandson spotted the gifts under and around the tree last night and I pointed out a very large one with his name on it. It's a Huffy scooter...like the ones his big brother and his friends ride but he can't because he's too short and they're too unstable. He's soooooo curious about what's in that box but I'm not telling. He's going to love it and, the best part, I got it for 60% off with free shipping. I luva deal!
@ZephyrSun (7381)
• United States
17 Dec 08
I thought I was done yesterday. But, my husband just told me that we have to buy more, sometimes I wonder if it's for him or the kids I went yesterday to donate to the homeless mission as gifts for his family. He told me the only way that I could get out of their "gift exchange" was start buying crappy gift, well I didn't think the donation was crappy but I figured they wouldn't like it and it would get me kicked out of the exchange. Have fun at Wal-Mart, think you can pick me up some adult looking wrapping paper?
@spalladino (17891)
• United States
17 Dec 08
Sure, I'll keep my eyes out for some. I just realized that I completely forgot all about my faithful little dog who is sleeping at my feet right now so I have to pick up some treats and new toys for her. She's had such a rough year this past year...TWO new grandbabies were born so now she has to deal with even more small humans stealing my attention from her!
@camomom (7535)
• United States
22 Dec 08
I just have to get 4 small cheap gifts for the nieces and nephew then I'm done.
@Calais (10893)
• Australia
18 Dec 08
Yes I have now, and like you I did most of mine online, I think its great , so convienent having the products delievered to your door and not have to wrestle with the crowds at the stores.
@hiddenwing (3719)
• China
18 Dec 08
Congratulations. Well, lots of people crowd into the market mall recently. I haven't started it yet. Take care!
@gemini_rose (16264)
18 Dec 08
Well I say that I am done, I am certainly fed up now of shopping! I am all shopped out I think, I have not gone mad this year on gifts, not just because of the credit crunch etc but basically because I was spending and buying too much. I reckon I could buy a lot more but I am not going too so yeah I guess I am finished!!
@jessi0887 (2788)
• United States
18 Dec 08
Oh yeah. I am finally done. No more one more thing here or one more thing there. I have went and got all i am planning to get. I may go get sweets or food for christmas, but i don't think anything else.
@vanonas (949)
• United States
18 Dec 08
I haven't finished my Christmas shopping yet! I still need to buy a cologne for my boyfriend and an ipod for my younger sister. After that I think I'll be done. It's been so hard because I want to go Christmas shopping for MYSELF! haha! But I've tried so hard not to buy anything for myself unless I know I'm done with buying for everyone else and I have enough money. It's really hard especially online when there are promo codes for 40% off and purses that I want are $100 but after the discount they'll only be $60! Ahh I wish I got my paychecks 3 weeks in advance right now. Hahaha
• Philippines
18 Dec 08
yes finally i am done! i only started this weekend and i am glad i am done! i used to do my shopping a month before but i got my bonus late this time...but the moment i got it---whoooosh...spent, sold done! am also done with the packing and all that....happy holidays!
• Australia
18 Dec 08
I haven't even started! I ALWAYS leave it to the last few days before christmas to even start! Every year is the same, I promise myself I'll buy presents thoughout the year so that I'll be organised and I wont have to spend as much in one go but I never do it! Oh well, maybe next year! hehe
@ladydmo (19)
• United States
18 Dec 08
I won't be doing Christmas this year. I lost my job back in May and we have been doing everything not to lose our home and keep the utilities on. Thank GOD for my sisters and my son's godparents because they bought him gifts so that he can have a Christmas. It has been a rough year the roughest I have ever encountered. Normally by now I would have done all of my shopping. I don't like doing last minute shopping. But you are right about online it's awesome. Most of the people I would be shopping for are up north also so I just have it delivered straight to them with a gift receipt. Technology is a beautiful thing!
@lingli_78 (12822)
• Australia
18 Dec 08
no, i haven't actually... i haven't even started yet to be honest because i am so tired and busy... i am going to do it this saturday and finish it in one day... good on you for already finish doing your christmas shopping... take care and have a nice day...
@di1159 (1580)
• United States
18 Dec 08
This year I've also been financially challenged and trying to save money without cutting back on the quality of the gifts. There have been some pretty amazing sales and I've been able to stay under budget. Except for a bottle of Jack I need to buy my boss, I'm done shopping! Now I have to deal with gift wrapping which is something I would love to pay for if I could!
• India
18 Dec 08
I am going home for christmas on the 22nd dec and have picked up gifts for almost everyone at home except for my frens here in town.Im lost...dont know what to gift and wid my tight schedule i just cant find time to go and shop.I am not so fortunate like u to shop online as i live in india and online shopping aint reliable till date.
• Philippines
18 Dec 08
I am done with it. Kids have their pary today and we bought gifts for their exchange gifts in school and bought little things for some friends but because we are in a ight budget too, I would say, I am done shopping.. hahaha.. I have no more money to buy. We will go to my parent's place for Christmas and I'm glad they are living in the probvince far away from malls and grocery store so, I can save money. LOL
• China
18 Dec 08
Now I haven't finished my Christmas shopping. I usually go to supermarket once a week, but last weekend i have something to do, so i didn't have time to go shopping. This year i want to stay with some friends at Christmas to entertainment, and sing and dance and so on...
• India
18 Dec 08
Oh good for you... It can be very difficult to shop sometimes... my shopping just got over yesterday... and it was pretty difficult...