Christmas Ideas for Your Empty Nester Parents

The older one gets, the more experiences they have had, and the more things they own. And when it comes time to get that special someone a gift we often come up short of something meaningful or useful. Our parents tend to hit this stage once the last of the children are out of the house and they are ready to downsize - not acquire more. So here is a list of items that might help you think of the perfect gift. ( but did you know that some people who say they don't want anything for Christmas really mean it? just make sure they really do before you skip on their holiday treat this year!)

1) Family photo - parents are always low on recent family photos. (Especially of the grandkids!)

2) Gift cards to their favorite restaurant or coffee shop

3) Freezer meals

4) Favorite candy or snack

5) Craft/ornament from the grandkids

6) Things that run out - stamps, notecards and envelopes, tea, coffee, perfume, etc...

7) Lessons, you can give them lessons or vice versa (spending time together)

8) "Helper Coupons" - if you live close by you can give coupons for things like... cooking day, shopping day, Cleaning day, etc....

9) Letter - typed or hand written everyone loves a personal note, especially parents. Tell them you love them!

10) Something handmade - decor items, favorite sportsteam memorabilia, etc...

Happy Brainstorming!

Sarah

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