Paula Poundstone on the value of Mother's Day
Barbara Bogaev May 10, 2013
According to The National Retail Federation, consumers will spend $20.7 billion on Mother's Day gifts this year, but Paula Poundstone, comedian and mom of three, thinks everyone should save their money.
Why I don't buy presents for kids
Logan Sachon Dec 21, 2012
Commentator Logan Sachon loves her 2-year-old nephew dearly. She shows it by never, ever buying him presents.
What gift to get for the person with no interests?
Beth Teitell Dec 18, 2012
The billions of dollars spent on holiday shopping each year leaves out one big piece of the gift-giving puzzle.
Spirit of the (cyber)season
Robert Reich Dec 13, 2012
Does the embrace of online shopping lessen the meaning of the holiday season?
The economics of gift giving
Tony Cox Dec 7, 2012
Not sure what to give your Secret Santa? Here's some advice on how to re-think the gift-giving process so that everyone is left satisfied.
The perfect gift for that perfect person: You
Eve Troeh Dec 3, 2012
Buying gifts for yourself while shopping for others is a growing holiday tradition, encouraged by retailers. Just don't carry it too far.
Nicely wrapped gifts heighten expectations
Bob Moon Dec 22, 2011
Researcher Nathan Novemsky discusses his findings on gift giving. Fancy wrapping increases expectations -- but also, disappointment -- he says.
Making gifts people will like
Tess Vigeland Dec 2, 2011
Crafting gifts is easier on the wallet, but often low on satisfaction. We talk to Meg Favreau of Wisebread.com about how to make presents that won't end up in the back of a closet.
