Christmas in September?

This post was written by Natalie Rix, Contributing Writer on September 17, 2009
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Every year, as shoppers hear those sleigh bells jingling in every New York City department store and trim their waist-high trees, I scoff. Really, it’s not even Thanksgiving yet, I tell myself.
But then it is Thanksgiving. And then it’s a week into December. And then two.  And finally, the funny Christmas cards on every drugstore [...]

9 Good Gifts… and 1 bad one

This post was written by lynn, creative director on November 21, 2008
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Yesterday, Matt gave us 3 Rules to Giving the Good Gift. If you’re still stumped, here are some suggestions to get you started.

Start Baking
Homemade cookies, breads, cakes—as long as you avoid making fruitcake, who doesn’t love getting baked goods? Baked goods are a great way to show affection for someone, particularly if you personalize them. [...]

3 Rules to Giving the Good Gift

This post was written by matt wallaert, lead scientist on November 20, 2008
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It probably isn’t surprising that I’m a disciple of the Good Gift, that perfect present that genuinely increases someone’s happiness. After all, people watching is my favorite sport and I tend to enjoy the opportunity to turn what I know about someone into a smile on their face. So when Marc asked me [...]