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eira's avatar

Truly MacKinley you have such a way with words. You are one of those people who - if I read their writing without knowing who wrote it - I believe I would recognise yours within the first paragraph. And that is so comforting! Like, save, subscribe. Everyone should read this as they start thinking about their holiday gifts!!!! Love the pick n' mix gifting categories!

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

thank you!!! this is the compliment every writer is desperately hoping someone will leave on their piece!! my heart is so full

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Hugh McAlpine's avatar

I always try to shoot for the overlap in the Venn Diagram between Utility (#4) and Never Buy for Themself (#6). I get so much joy out seeing my friends use/love something I’ve given them (even if it was given to them second- or third-hand!)

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

i love a secondhand gift! knowing something is being repurposed makes it extra special in my book

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Beth Eakman Re's avatar

Your mom is indeed the gift-giving guru. Even when she's been struggling herself, she's managed to not only give great gifts, but to do so with Martha Stewart-level style and grace. I ask for her advice regularly. Your passing it on to a wider audience is a gift to humanity!

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

she really is!! she’s the Martha Stewart of the gift wrapping aisle at the dollar store

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Faith Amenn's avatar

such a joy to read! lively, precise, and loving.

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

thank you faith!! those are such lovely words i am wrapped in a digital hug

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anna's avatar

the mini horse is brilliant

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

everyone should get a mini horse for christmas!!!

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meg's avatar

this was FANTASTIC! thank you for the gift ideas, these are all so good

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

thank you meg!! would love to know if you gift any of them

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S. Jane Kim's avatar

This is the best gift guide I've read this year!

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

thank you so much for reading!! this is so kind!

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Jenni Johnson's avatar

This is so helpful! I also recommend a book of which a character reminds you of the best parts of them!

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MacKinley Jade's avatar

oh i love this idea! how sweet!

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