Does The Thought Really Count?

Living in NY, everything is fast paced. People drive fast, talk fast & basically live fast. 

Everyone is always in a rush.

A rush to where?

Sometimes I think they're not even quite sure.

But they have to get there & in the quickest time possible. 

So when someone takes a moment to think of you & buy you a gift, say for your birthday...

& let's just say that although it was thoughtful of them to think of you, it's obvious that aside from the thought of having to get you something in the first place, that is the only thought that went into the gift whatsoever. 

You can tell it was more of a:

"Oh, I have to get so & so something"

*sigh*

"Well, I'm already in Target I'll just get something here"

Guess what?

A person always knows when something is done based on formality. 

I don't know about you, but when I buy something for someone (anyone) I never make a purchase just to get the task out of the way. Even if it's a kids birthday party, which are a dime a dozen these days. 

I am not about my recipient opening a gift from me & being disappointed. Ever! I prefer that their excitement extend well beyond the gift wrap. 

A gift can be all wrapped up in a charming little package with a big bow & all the trimmings, 

however....

presentation, as important as it is, can only take you so far.

A gift should have depth

A gift should be meaningful

A gift should be worth the time you took out of your day to get it. 

In other words....
If you're buying a gift, make the thought actually count.