John Smith
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Articles by this Author
Festive Stocking Fillers For Fellas
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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As Christmas edges slowly towards us, and the sound of those Jingle Bells ringing grows increasingly louder; a divide across the nation begins to widen On one side, those overly organised people who have already bought all their Christmas gifts, and on the other, a panic-stricken crowd who perhaps got a little bit distracted by the Santa's Grotto, and are desperately wondering what gifts they could buy for their loved ones this year
How to Stay Sporty Once You Turn Forty
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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Life, as they say, begins at forty; and let's face it, as people are living longer these days, we can all afford to step back a decade, and even though the 40th birthday gifts and cards might let slip your actual age, there's no reason to get depressed In fact, 40 year olds have a number of things to celebrate: you're already on the property ladder, you'll receive lots of nice 40th birthday gifts, and you've only got another thirty years of work to gookay, so maybe the last one isn't the most endearing of gifts, but you get the idea
Hoe, Hoe Hoe With Christmas Gifts For Gardeners
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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For most of us, the mere mention of the word 'gardener' tends to evoke thoughts of retirement, 'The Good Life', and Alan Titchmarsh Not that there's anything wrong with any of these, in fact, Mr Titchmarsh brought about a great revival of this horticultural hobby; and the greatest part is that you don't need to have a country estate to enjoy the gardening, in fact, when it comes to buying Christmas gifts for gardeners, they don't even need to have a garden at all
I Saw Mummy Kissing Santa Claus
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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Imagine that I wonder what it must be like for any child to sneak downstairs during the night and see mummy kissing Santa Claus would they be upset, or would they simply be amazed to see Santa the 'real deal' standing in their own home
Never Mind the 'Key to the Door' Here's Our Key to a Successful 21st Birthday
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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Though turning 21 holds little significance in terms of legal rights these days; it is an age that has long been respected as the transition from 'youth' to adulthood In several parts of the world, this milestone age is celebrated with the gift of a key and in a more innocent time, this would have been the age when young men and women were given their own key to the front door as a symbol of respect and responsibility
It's Christmas Time - Unwind and Rewind With Presents That Pamper
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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Though we might all look forward to Christmas, very few of us can probably say that it is a stress-free time of the year In principal, the idea of your entire family in the same room for a whole day, swapping unwanted Christmas presents, drinking lots of alcohol and eating all the food you spent hours preparing sounds fine; but it's a good job there's a week to recover in time for New Year as December can be exhausting
When a Happy 18th Would Suffice, Why do Parents Say...
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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Turning eighteen is such a milestone in anyone's life When you're young you just want to get older faster, and when you're older, you wish you could just go back and learn to enjoy being young
Reminisce With Christmas Gifts
- By John Smith
- Published 10/5/2008
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Christmas can be a truly magical time of year, a time for families to get together, a time for good food, and a time for getting some amazing Christmas gifts It doesn't seem to matter how old we get, getting presents now is just as much fun as when we were young, though the Christmas gifts themselves of course may have changed quite a bit
What Better Gifts Than Individually Personalised Calendars?
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
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If you've been thinking of a special gift to give someone, and you are at a complete loss as to what to give that will be meaningful and shows you care, what about thinking of an Essential Personalised Calendar Turn each page of this unique calendar and your choice of name is spelt out in twelve stunning photographs
How to Find the Most Outstanding Birthday Gifts For Her
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
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When it comes to thinking of the most special, the most loving, the most tender way of giving her birthday gifts that show her how much you care, it's hard not to come up with something that's been done before But a fantastic Birthday Gift for Her that includes all of the above is a Champagne Balloon Flight
What He's Not Got - 7 Hot Christmas Gifts For a Man Who Has it All
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
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You have spent year after year giving him every Christmas gift you could possibly give him Now you have come to the point where you wonder what is left to give
Birthday Gifts For Men the Quest For Uniqueness
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
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Giving really unique Birthday Gifts for Men means pulling out all the stops; and the Ferrari Circuit Driving Experience is the perfect gift, blending speed and style
Ferrari S
Experience Days For Her Are the Perfect Gift For Any Occasion
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
- Society
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Do you feel as though buying gifts for her have almost been a nightmare to choose in the past Well, fear no more as, among a wide range of fabulous, indulgent Experience Days for Her are just a few for you to tempt the lovely lady in your life
Finding the Right Birthday Gifts For Him
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
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Getting the perfect Birthday Gifts for Him has never been so easy
Get into the swing with this stunning Golf Gift Pack that includes a golf lesson and a round of golf
Hitting the Big Four O With 40th Birthday Gifts For Him/Her
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
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40th Birthday Gifts for Him and/or Her are usually a nightmare to come up with, aren't they; as you want to give a special gift that really means something special and is not run-of-the-mill
Why not give a London Hotel and Theatre Break for Two
The Mystery Unwrapped - How to Successfully Buy Gifts For Women This Christmas
- By John Smith
- Published 09/27/2008
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So, Christmas time rolls around and, once more, you are stranded without a clue how to buy Christmas gifts for the beloved ladies in your life I know, I too am male, and as such seemingly bound by an inability to empathise with and understand just what Christmas gifts wives, girlfriends, mothers and aunties desire
The Proof's in the Christmas Pudding! How to Plan the Perfect Christmas..
- By John Smith
- Published 09/26/2008
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Christmas - it's the most wonderful time of the year and that must be true if Andy Williams sang a song about it But the lead up to Christmas is half the fun, (well that and the Gifts) and there are a variety of ways in which you can plan ahead to ensure that this Christmas is perfect
Unusual Gifts For Those Special People in Your Life!
- By John Smith
- Published 09/26/2008
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When you are stumped to give that special someone a present and you just don't know exactly what Gifts to give, why not choose from these exciting and unique options There are personalised calendars, personalised mugs, pocket garden gifts, Spaceform keepsakes, grow it gifts, gift tins, personalised photo gifts, nostalgic gifts, engraved gifts, personalised pictures, humorous gifts and unusual gifts from which to choose
Make Someone a Star of Wonder This Christmas With a Personalised Calendar
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
- Arts and Crafts
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Calendars have long been traditional Christmas gifts to hand over at the festive season as we wind down from one year and start making plans to celebrate the onset of the new one The arrival of the Advent Calendar in the nineteenth century marked the beginning of a new tradition of counting down the days until Christmas
Why Are Women Best at Christmas Shopping?
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
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It's a well known fact that most men would rather watch sports, play computer games or head down to the local pub as opposed to going shopping Many women on the other hand would pick shopping over all these activities
Why Are Women Best at Christmas Shopping?
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
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It's a well known fact that most men would rather watch sports, play computer games or head down to the local pub as opposed to going shopping Many women on the other hand would pick shopping over all these activities
Make the Most of Little Time - Last-minute Shopping Online
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
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We have all been there when it comes to Christmas gifts We have relaxed all through December, and now Christmas is very much looming large on the horizon we have finally decided to make a start on the dreaded Christmas gifts shopping
The 12 Days of Christmas - Christmas Experiences You'll Never Forget
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
- Arts and Crafts
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On the twelfth day of Christmas,
my true love sent to me
Twelve flying lessons,
Eleven spa treatments,
Ten theatre dinings,
Nine gliding launches,
Eight wine tastings,
Seven poker days,
Six family portraits,
Five spy games,
Four off road drives,
Three rock climbs,
Two paintball days,
And a drive in a Lamborghini
Where Did it All Start and Why do we do Christmas Gifts?
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
- Arts and Crafts
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Christmas is, for many people, their favourite time of the year Taking away the fact it is a time of rampant Christmas gift giving and stress, it is also the time of year when families most often come together and see each other
Why Only on Christmas Day When There's 364 Other Days in the Year?
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
- Arts and Crafts
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Contemporary society generally views family as a haven from the world, supplying absolute fulfilment The family is considered to encourage intimacy, love and trust - a place where warmth, tenderness and understanding can be expected from a loving mother, and protection from the world can be expected from the father
All I Want For Christmas is You...& Romantic Christmas Presents
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
- Arts and Crafts
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There is something inherently romantic about Christmas Maybe it's the cold weather that makes us want to snuggle up with our significant other opening Christmas presents in front of a roaring log fire; although the log fire is now more likely to be of the gas variety
Any Excuse - Why do Men Hate Christmas Shopping?
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
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Christmas time is by far one of the stressful and hectic times of the year Whether last minute Christmas gifts need to be acquired, or a dinner menu to be planned for the not-so-traditional families, Christmas involves a lot of rushing, planning and most of all spending
Great Christmas Gifts For Any Bah Humbug Boss
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
- Arts and Crafts
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The figure of 'the boss' has often taken a pummeling in history Everyone remembers David Brent and his frequent hapless attempts at cool bonhomie
Looking For Unique Christmas Gifts? Tips on How to Sort the Holly From the Ivy
- By John Smith
- Published 09/19/2008
- Arts and Crafts
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As any seasoned shopper will know, there are times when shopping can be fun, times when it can be hard work, and times when it can be practically impossible Shopping for yourself isn't always such a problem, at least you have an idea about what you do and don't like; but when shopping for others, sometimes the expression 'nightmare before Christmas' can ring all too true
Seasons Greetings Pop Pickers! Here's the Top 10 in Fun Christmas Gifts
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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Christmas is a time of celebration a time for families, a time for friends and, most importantly, a time for fun Perhaps it's the holidays from work, or even the thought of opening up all those Christmas gifts that somehow brings out the child in us, and the older we get, it would seem, the more immature we can become
Look no Further For Birthday Gifts For Her
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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Do you feel as though Birthday Gifts for Her have almost been a nightmare to choose in the past Well, fear no more as, among a wide range of fabulous, indulgent gift ideas here are just a few for you to tempt the lovely lady in your life
Gifts With the Wow Factor for the Man in Your Life
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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However the man in your life gets his thrills; give him Ultimate Experience Days Gifts Whether he wants a drive in a dream car, spin out in a cockpit or literally jump for joy in the snow, gifts for him will never be the same again
Exclusive! The A-Listers of Christmas - Baby Jesus, Santa, Rudolf, Frosty - Reveal Their Stories
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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When it comes to the biggest characters of the Christmas season, you might initially think of all of your television favourites After all, what Christmas would be complete without at least the possibility of sitting down in front of the TV - post-lunch - and enjoying a repeat of ET, James Bond, Indiana Jones or - shock horror - perhaps even Mary Poppins
How to Find Exciting and Original Birthday Gifts For Him
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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Struggling to find perfect birthday gifts for him Sick and tired of the same old, same old
Christmas Time, Mistletoe and Wine, Champagne, Whiskey - What's Your Christmas Tipple?
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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The season of goodwill; a beautiful and spiritual time filled with magic, laughter and the gentle fall of snow across the ground A time when families can while away hours together and really ponder the meaning of life
Unwrapping the Mystery - as we Get Personal With the Stig
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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Have you ever wondered about the mysterious identity of the Stig This legendary masked racing driver from the long-running series Top Gear is known for his performance behind the wheel of a car, but very little else
Never Mind Two Front Teeth All I Want For Christmas is a Personalised Gift
- By John Smith
- Published 09/4/2008
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Every December as the bells jingle and the nights become silent the Christmas season arrives Each year the 'season to be jolly' creeps up almost unnoticed until it is upon us, and many people find themselves overwhelmed by what is a stressful and extremely busy time
The High Street is Set for the High Road This Christmas as Online Shopping Overtakes
- By John Smith
- Published 08/27/2008
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From the first of December, and often earlier, the high street becomes transformed We are not just talking about fairy lights and garish decorations here
The Beach Christmas Versus the White Christmas: Ensure Your Gifts Are Suitable
- By John Smith
- Published 08/27/2008
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Christmas is the time of year for cold weather, snow, mistletoe and beautiful Christmas Gifts exchanged around a roaring log fire Where a traditional dinner is served, and you get to tuck into family favourites such as roast turkey, Christmas pudding and a rich cake encased in deliciously sweet marzipan and icing
Tell me What You Want, What You Really Really Want: Girl Power Gifts
- By John Smith
- Published 08/27/2008
- Entertainment
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Girl power, a term popularised in the 1990s that was once heard everywhere It didn't matter whether you were tuning into your favourite television show or radio programme, everyone out there was talking about it
