Gift Giving Guy

You’re seeking gift hints from him that he’s not dropping. You could ask him outright, but sometimes guys claim they don’t want or need a gift. Chances are, they just don’t know what they want or feel awkward suggesting gifts. Men do want gifts — even for Valentine’s Day. According to a 2005 True.com/Psychology Today survey, 85 percent of 1,121 American men hope to receive a gift on February 14.

So it’s time to shift into Nancy Drew mode and find clues for his gift. Ask yourself the following questions about your guy.

• Does he use Amazon.com? Check for wish lists he might have posted.
• Are his tastes traditional or trendy? Does he prefer no-frills or the finer things?
• What gifts have succeeded before? Could a similar or complementary gift fit?
• What are his favorite interests, activities and hobbies?
• What inconveniences or annoyances could a gift solve?
• What indulgences or new experiences would complete the sentence “I’ve always wanted to…” for him?
• What are his favorite belongings? What might make a great goes-along-with gift?

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