That Special Gift
By Sharon
@simone10 (54187)
Louisville, Kentucky
September 18, 2015 6:04am CST
I am always one who tries to find unique gifts for people. Two years ago around Christmas time, my brother was talking about the things our Mom used to collect. Our Mom collected salt and pepper shakers when we were growing up and my brother also picked it up. There was one particular salt and pepper shaker that she had and my brother kept talking about it and wishing he had taken it when she passed away.
So, the next day I spent all day long trying to see if I could possibly find it online. I really thought I might find it on eBay but it wasn't there. I did find it on Etsy and bought it. I was so excited.
My brother was so happy and surprised when he opened that gift. He actually had tears in his eyes. He received other gifts from me but that was his favorite and still is.
The picture included is the salt and pepper shaker. I know some may look at it and think what a lame gift but it meant so much to him that it touched my heart.
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@GardenGerty (161006)
• United States
18 Sep 15
I think it was an awesome and thoughtful gift, because it took your time and effort to find it. That gift is a clear indication that you listen to him. What a compliment to him.
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@simone10 (54187)
• Louisville, Kentucky
19 Sep 15
@GardenGerty He means a lot to me and if he mentions something more than once, I know that is want he wants and I will try and find it for either Christmas or birthday.
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@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
18 Sep 15
what a lovely thing to do ...I am reminded of the saying one mans trash... is another mans treasure.... it's that it meant something to him that is the point.... I am the same... I like to search out special gifts...
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@simone10 (54187)
• Louisville, Kentucky
19 Sep 15
Thanks @suesnewz2 . I don't like just getting someone a shirt or a tie.
@RasmaSandra (80906)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
18 Sep 15
@simone10 I think that is the cutest salt and pepper shaker. Your brother is lucky you found it. Nice to have special memories. I agree that gifts that go to the heart are the ones the mean the most. When my mom and I lived in NYC I always tried to get meaningful gifts for her. What I did was that as the year went on and she mentioned something she really wanted I started searching through catalogs to see if I could find the item and order it way before Christmas. It was a difficult task. Remember this was before computers but I managed to get at least 2 or 3 meaningful items. 
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@sueznewz2 (10409)
• Alicante, Spain
18 Sep 15
I love looking for special gifts ... and it is ssoooo much easier looking on line even if I don't buy it online..especially at christmas time....
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@simone10 (54187)
• Louisville, Kentucky
19 Sep 15
@RasmaSandra I think those are the best gifts to give and receive. It shows that a lot of thought went into shopping for it.
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
18 Sep 15
It doesn't matter if it is a large gift or a small one and what you pay for it is of no consequence either if it is something that is special to the one you give it to. One year I found out that a family member had been wanting to buy a sharks tooth a certain type but didn't have enough money for one so I found one on line on ebay and bought it for her for Christmas, she went absolutely bonkers over it.
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@Blondie2222 (28611)
• United States
18 Sep 15
That's awesome because it's a gift he can cherish forever. I like giving gifts like that also
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@celticeagle (168542)
• Boise, Idaho
18 Sep 15
No, it's cute. And very unique. Good for you!
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@celticeagle (168542)
• Boise, Idaho
20 Sep 15
@simone10 ....and it obviously meant a lot to your brother.
@Hate2Iron (15727)
• Canada
18 Sep 15
I'm sure that you made his day!! I would have loved to have seen his face when he opened it up!
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@Marcyaz (35316)
• United States
18 Sep 15
@crazyhorseladycx
You said it just right, that gift came from her heart and was very special.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)
• United States
18 Sep 15
here here! so very true. this came from the heart 'n memories shared so no doubt e'en that much more special.
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@crazyhorseladycx (39509)
• United States
18 Sep 15
why'n earth'd somebody think such was lame?? i'm truly delighted that'cha found it coz no doubt it brought back a flood 'f memories fer him...'n yerself 's well. yepperz, 'twas the perfect gift 't the perfect time. i think its adorable myself.
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@mom210 (9115)
• United States
18 Sep 15
It is so cute! My aunt used to collect salt and pepper shakers, she had them on a shelf near the table and it was no man's land, I had to really watch my little guys and was so afraid they would knock the whole thing down. What a wonderful gift you gave to him, he will have no many memories form this.
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@Marilynda1225 (83117)
• United States
18 Sep 15
What a thoughtful gift to find for your brother. I'm sure it touched his heart
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@1creekgirl (41778)
• United States
19 Sep 15
That's what makes a gift special. Not how much it cost, but the love and effort mean everything.
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@SHARINGPARTHA (172)
• New Delhi, India
19 Sep 15
What would be a reasonably cheap, good and useful gift for my teen-aged daughter? The gist should motivate her to be more confident in life and determined to achieve her goals.
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@ria1606roy (2797)
• Kolkata, India
30 Sep 15
I think it's a wonderful little thing to gift your brother. Very thoughtful of you
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