The 2013 Dreaded List

Every year I dread that one awful question, “What do you want for Christmas?”  We all want things, but do we really NEED things?  I’m guessing that most of you are like me, and the answer is usually a resounding no.  I’m running out of space in my home to put things, so if an item doesn’t have a huge sentimental meaning or purpose in my life, it’s not worth having it around.  (Note: Holiday decorations don’t count when it comes to this, they are a necessity in our household!)  This year I have held back on making lists for my family, which hasn’t gone over so well.  It seems that I am much more likely to get things I need if I actually let them know exactly what those items are.  So B.O.B. Bob, family, miscellaneous people who want to perhaps buy the perfect gift for me, here’s the 2013 list!  Some things seem way too practical, but know that they will be used.  Some items seem crazy, like the D’Atri’s Steak & Cheese, but if you’ve ever had one you know why it’s on my list.  (They just started doing mail order over the past year, so it’s actually possible for one to show up on my doorstep now!)  I’ve even chosen a few impractical sparkly items to make it seem like a real Christmas list.  P.S. I’m really crossing my fingers on the winning lotto ticket one!

Ancestry.com Membership - Ancestry.com

Ancestry.com Membership – Ancestry.com

Retired Wine Barrel Lazy Susan - UncommonGoods

Retired Wine Barrel Lazy Susan – UncommonGoods (Light Finish)

Sephora Gift Card - Sephora

Sephora Gift Card – Sephora

Piccadilly Cardigan - Garnet Hill

Piccadilly Cardigan – Garnet Hill (Size Medium)

D'Atri's Steak & Cheese - D'Atri Restaurant

D’Atri’s Steak & Cheese – D’Atri Restaurant

Mini-Whipper - The Pampered Chef

Mini-Whipper – The Pampered Chef

Sharpie Pens - Amazon

Sharpie Pens – Amazon

Devi Boots - Sundance Catalog

Devi Boots – Sundance Catalog (Size 10)

Down - Alternative Comforter - Garnet Hill

Down – Alternative Comforter – Garnet Hill (Size King)

Coronation Teacup & Saucer - Royal Collection Trust Shop

Coronation Teacup & Saucer – Royal Collection Trust Shop

Timeless Stripe Tee - Sundance Catalog in Gray

Timeless Stripe Tee – Sundance Catalog (Gray Large)

Candy Thermometer - The Pampered Chef

Candy Thermometer – The Pampered Chef

Bakery Boxes - Amazon

Bakery Boxes – Amazon

GelPro Mat in Crocodile Red - GelPro

GelPro Mat in Crocodile Red – GelPro (20″x72″)

Happy Holidays Personalized Lawn Sign - Brookstone

Happy Holidays Personalized Lawn Sign – Brookstone (Happy Holidays Delawder Matthews)

Pure Maple Extract - Cook's

Pure Maple Extract – Cook’s

Super Scoop Cat Litter - Arm & Hammer

Super Scoop Cat Litter – Arm & Hammer

Wooden Toast Tongs - The Vermont Country Store

Wooden Toast Tongs – The Vermont Country Store

Vintage Flair Hat - Sundance Catalog

Vintage Flair Hat – Sundance Catalog

2013 White House Christmas Ornament - The White House Historical Association

2013 White House Christmas Ornament – The White House Historical Association

A Winning Lotto Ticket - Virginia Lottery

A Winning Lotto Ticket – Virginia Lottery

Royal Baby Commemorative Loving Cup - Royal Collection Trust Shop

Royal Baby Commemorative Loving Cup – Royal Collection Trust Shop

Target Gift Card - Target

Target Gift Card – Target

Indulgems Holiday Ring - Garnet Hill

Indulgems Holiday Ring – Garnet Hill (Size 8)

Remember that the greatest gift of all is having you in my life!

Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck

-Colleen