i'll post mine when i come up with it.


first, i wanna see what you all want. cuz my mom's buggin' me for a list and i got nothin'. so gimme some ideas.

11/29/2009 9:47:24 PM

11/29/2009 9:51:21 PM

I want a 42" lcd 1080p not sure what brand yet(I hear the prices will be better after xmas though so i might wait on this). Also I want a my touch phone.

11/29/2009 10:01:00 PM

I honestly don't want anything this year but my mom doesn't believe me

11/29/2009 10:09:12 PM

11/29/2009 10:11:08 PM

My birthday is 12/21, so my lists always look horrible til you remember that until this year, they're a double list, for a large family, with a wide range of price points This year, I'm not bothering with a list for anyone but my mother.

the list I gave my mother (b/c she asked for a list in sept, since money is so tight for them: she wanted stuff she could make for $rhodeisland/free and needed time)

Quote :

"handtowels for the bathroom (simple. no need to go fancy: just cut up some of your older towels that are ragged around the edges, and hem them into hand towel size...that's good enoguh for me. We have plenty of dish towels and wash cloths) return address labels/misc stationery reed scented oil diffusers I really want/need some rings and lids for the mason jars I have on hand Some soup/stew/chili mixes to throw into the crockpot...these could be given in mason jars a plain/light tablecloth or two - preferably oilcloth napkin/silverware roll combo for camping - 2-4 people rabbit hutch sheath with belt clip for my knife (I don't know the exact blade dimensions. It's in my glovebox, if [sister] wants to surrepitiously take some measurements) a blanket for me to keep in my car in winter - I gave mine away last year (side story: [why I no longer have mine]) collapsible bucket for washing dishes/carrying water when camping tent stake flags/wire flags (reflective material is the key component)"

The list I gave my husband:
- braces

I haven't done a list for the rest of the family, nor will I.

Things that come to mind immediately if I were to make such a list:
- microplane zester
- another good set of 500 TC sheets
- new cordless phones for the house
- more chico bags
- another cigarette lighter power adapter for my ipod
- a kitchenaid mixer

11/29/2009 10:15:49 PM

this is all that i want:



or something similar

11/29/2009 10:19:28 PM

i want a digital slr SOOOOO bad

especially since i'm traveling. but i'm too scared to ask my dad.

he suggested a new suitcase. i'm pretty sure suitcase and digital slr are NOT in the same price range.

plus if i got one i'd feel like a greedy spoiled brat. which, i guess maybe i am. not a lot, but just a little.

11/29/2009 10:32:21 PM

money, because I'm trying to buy a house right now.

11/29/2009 10:39:33 PM

maybe since i'll be working over christmas i can ask for HALF of a digital slr. and i can pay for the other half.

sounds like a bargain to me

11/29/2009 10:43:32 PM

be careful about using it in vietnam. You might get it stolen.

11/29/2009 10:44:16 PM

i know. i'm worried about that

11/29/2009 10:48:03 PM

just make sure to keep it close to you in crowded places.

11/29/2009 10:50:01 PM

my parents have offered to pay the 20% of a new arm that my insurance won't cover

http://www.touchbionics.com/downloads/i-LIMB%20Hand%20Brochure%202.0.pdf

11/29/2009 10:52:24 PM

oh wow that's awesome

11/29/2009 10:56:25 PM

Dynomighty wallet
DCI I Am Not A Paper Cup
Shower radio
CHI flat iron
Tivo
Pair of TOMS
Some books and DVDs

Plus, the usual: pj pants, candles, candy, coffee, fluffy socks. I like to keep my list stocked with stuff that's available from Wal-Mart for cheap.



So when are we supposed to stop making X-MAS lists? I'm 25...I dunno...older folks of TWW, do you stop making lists at a certain age, or do you continue making the lists available to your elders until they're not able to shop anymore?

11/29/2009 11:36:58 PM

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"just make sure to keep it close to you in crowded places."

Yeah don't be a tard and you should be fine. I never felt like I was going to get my stuff swiped while in Vietnam but I also didn't leave it out for the picking

11/29/2009 11:40:46 PM

haha mine is not an official list. my mom doesn't really ask what i want anymore and she always shops well for me

i end up making a list of things i'm interested in buying or run across in some other way so when i want to treat myself or someone INSISTS that i tell them what i want for a birthday or christmas, i can give them a selection or just suggest something off of it

11/29/2009 11:41:54 PM

What's the price tag on that luke skywalker hand?

11/30/2009 12:28:45 AM

http://www.mydigitaldiscount.com/ProductDetail.jsp?LISTID=80000B6D-1249058481

11/30/2009 1:05:26 AM

House, Viper, Head

11/30/2009 1:20:11 AM

garmin bean bag
snuggie
papasan cushion
iron
star trek
watch

kindle

folder for dvds
car ipod kit?
crocs

11/30/2009 2:04:03 AM

I want a Wii, but when I suggested it my mom told me they were "scaling back" this year.
I wanted to be like "ok, I'll just return that present I bought you that cost more than a Wii then", but I didn't have the balls.

11/30/2009 7:31:30 AM

Is this thread serious? Adults make Christmas lists?

I missed the memo.

11/30/2009 7:31:46 AM

I don't really make a list, but if they ask for suggestions I'm going to give them.

11/30/2009 7:40:36 AM

Car parts
that's it. I'd like more, but I'm being realistic here.

11/30/2009 9:32:00 AM

10lbs of weight

11/30/2009 10:55:31 AM

Quote :

"Is this thread serious? Adults make Christmas lists?"

Seriously how old are you people? How many of you still live with your parents?

v A Christmas list in your mind is one thing but giving it to parents/SO seems so 5 years old.

[Edited on November 30, 2009 at 11:02 AM. Reason : a]

11/30/2009 11:01:04 AM

^&^^^^too cool for a christmas list?

-iPod adapter for my car (not that FM transmitter BS)
-driving shoes
-magnetic numbers for the car
-socket wrench tool set
-PS3 steering wheel (for forthcoming GT5)
-J.Crew jeans
-J.Crew/Gap shirts

[Edited on November 30, 2009 at 11:02 AM. Reason : never too old to give and receive presents]

[Edited on November 30, 2009 at 11:03 AM. Reason : Yeah, it's stupid to help give your family an idea of what (in particular) you'd want.]

11/30/2009 11:01:36 AM

well my whole family still exchanges gifts, and I'd rather get useful stuff, plus my mom asked for one. Also, being in grad school = poor. When I was working my list usually consisted of books and socks and small things like that if they asked.



^ipod adapter is also on my list but so far it doesn't look like my make and model car stereo can be adapted, which means if I really want one I'd have to get a whole new car stereo

[Edited on November 30, 2009 at 11:24 AM. Reason : fs]

11/30/2009 11:21:24 AM

Quote :

"Is this thread serious? Adults make Christmas lists?"

my family has a hard time picking stuff out for me - so i'll give a few suggestions sometimes. most of the time they come up with some good shit on their own.

11/30/2009 11:22:42 AM

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"my parents have offered to pay the 20% of a new arm that my insurance won't cover"

that's horseshit that your insurance wouldn't cover this

11/30/2009 11:23:23 AM

already got my gifts

a bike & Jared Allen jersey

11/30/2009 11:26:06 AM

Blu-Rays
-Star Trek (2009)
-Braveheart
-Heat
-Goodfellas

DVDs
-WWE Hulk Hogan’s Unreleased Collector Series

PS3 Games
-Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2
-Ghostbusters
-Smackdown vs. Raw 2010

Guitar Stuff
-Dean Markley Blue Steel Guitar Electric strings, Model CL, gauge 2554
-Guitar strap, 2 inch width, solid color, nothing wild. preferably leather.
-Elixir Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar strings, Light gauge, Model 16052

Other stuff
-Jeans
-Slacks
-Shirt size 2XLT
-Ties, extra long
-Brown and Black belts, matte finishes
-6 month Gym Membership at Powerhouse Gym on Rt. 17
-DSW, itunes, or Best Buy Gift cards
-ANYTHING WOLFPACK, ORIOLES, OR CHARGERS!!!

11/30/2009 11:32:30 AM

Quote :

"Is this thread serious? Adults make Christmas lists? "

Quote :

"Seriously how old are you people? How many of you still live with your parents? v A Christmas list in your mind is one thing but giving it to parents/SO seems so 5 years old. "

If someone asks you for a wish list, you give it to them.

I learned my lesson about not doing so...even with a wishlist distributed to the family, I still get shit like mickey mouse makeup bags because my aunt went to disney world with her kids that year, and cop-out presents from bath and body works.

Up until last year, we all still exchanged gifts at christmas. I don't know about you, but if someone is going to spend money on me, I want them to know they're spending that money on something that I'll like/use/want/appreciate, and not on something that's going to be donated to goodwill/women's shelter/etc. Plus, it makes their life a lot easier sometimes

11/30/2009 11:32:31 AM

I have a wishlist... just a list of things I want to get. thus when people ask me what I want for holidays/birthdays, I refer to the list... is that such a difficult concept?

11/30/2009 11:34:38 AM

Yeah I've got a huge family, and a lot of friends, and we usually all buy something for each other. So, it helps at least to put something out there.

11/30/2009 11:36:04 AM

Only one thing I really want, and thats two weeks in Spain next spring

Been dropping hints like Carmen San Diego, so here's here hoping they come thru in the clutch

11/30/2009 11:38:46 AM

$$$ for the Dublin trip in January

I'm asking for a really nice travel pillow from the husband.

11/30/2009 11:40:53 AM

I really want the bonus room to be organized and be a great storage area, office, and hang out area for us. We could leave the bed there for when mom comes to visit.

I do have a list of shoes by Keen that I want but I could do without them. I want a put together bonus room more.

11/30/2009 11:45:08 AM

so far i've asked for slippers


though i feel like i should quit being a lazy fucker and make my own

11/30/2009 11:45:12 AM

A girlfriend.

Preferably one that is not fat and smells nice.

And that will let me have sex with her.

11/30/2009 12:05:14 PM

Sorry to sound like a bitch. Other than immediate fam (mom, dad, brother), my family has a no-gift policy. We do a white elephant gift exchange. And my folks make under 40k per year combined, so I ask them not to get me anything at all. We po'!

I suppose I'm somewhat out of touch with traditions.

11/30/2009 12:10:20 PM

I want a Wii and a chainsaw. Other than that, I'm good.

11/30/2009 12:14:31 PM

i am giving out free 's this year!

w00t!

11/30/2009 12:18:26 PM

no need to make a list

I will get nada for Christmas yet again

11/30/2009 12:29:52 PM

Quote :

"Dynomighty wallet"

Quote :

"60 hikes within 60 miles - Raleigh"

thanks for the gift ideas!

I'm also asking for:
- DVDs - gattaca, gran torino, star trek, HP & HBP
- Kindle Books (which I guess will be an amazon gift card) - Pirate Latitudes, Lost Symbol, Breathless, I Alex Cross, Cross Country
- Reflective Biking Jacket (http://illuminite.com/mjackets.html)
- Replacement narrow mouth cap for my Nalgene water bottle (it's actually for a water bottle I bought in Australia, my only real souvenir that I brought back)

11/30/2009 3:17:13 PM

Holly Aiken bag
black scarf
something from Anthropologie
an iTunes gift card
A Christmas Story on DVD

11/30/2009 3:29:56 PM

i def dont distribute a list. i keep a wish list on amazon of shit i want to buy myself and if it happens to be a bday or xmas and someone demands to know what i want, i refer to the list

went shopping with mom today for a new suitcase for me. pretty sure my current suitcase (and xmas gift 6 years ago) has 100,000+ miles on it and i need a second large suitcase anyway. we found a sweet spinner samsonite at tjmaxx and i bargained 10% off because there was a scratch on it but i can't have that until i come back home for christmas

she also got me the espresso multi colored mugs i wanted from world market AND the matching coffee cups too (i was going to buy these for myself and my mom just paid for them and put it toward christmas bc she wants to buy me gifts i pick out and will use/want)

also the hallmark ornament i collect every year

and today i got all my shopping done and everything is wrapped too. damn it feels good to be done

11/30/2009 10:29:00 PM

all I'm asking for is NCSUWolfy spread eagle on my mattress when I get home from work

hopefully, this year it will happen....

11/30/2009 10:32:53 PM