Each year I get a kick out of the lists of the “worst” Valentine’s gifts. I continue to wonder why people don’t follow my advice – give a gift certificate for house or office cleaning, car detailing, garage organizing or for total junk clearing! It’s a gift you KNOW they’ll use!! Here is the latest list of bad ideas that I found:
- ‘None of This Homemade Crap’
Don’t say, “I’ll give you a back rub with some mineral oil, or maybe some WD-40, and it will count as a ‘spa treatment.’ ” It doesn’t, it won’t and you shouldn’t do it. A spa treatment is something which takes place out of the home.3. ‘No Domestic Appliances’
Not even things that have been on a pre-existing list, like a new vacuum cleaner or microwave. Valentine’s Day gifts must be frivolous, not functional.4. ‘Never Buy Something With a Past Expiration Date or Damaged Goods’
Women will know that the damaged box did not get damaged between the store and your car but had been already “returned” merchandise because the zipper on the package was ripped open by someone’s beagle and chewed up.5. ‘Valentine’s Day Cards Expire in Their Own Way’
Don’t buy cards with a character from a TV show that’s gone off the air. It’s not vintage, it’s simply a sign you are being cheap.6. ‘Don’t Re-Gift Something From Her Own House’
7. ‘Clearly Abandoned Stuffed Toys Are Out’
They are depressing and often have noticeable stains and it’s difficult to magically turn them into romantic items.
Clearly, some people don’t have a clue. Give your special someone something they need – A CLEAN HOUSE!!!
