Let's face it, men like toys. Tech toys, gadgets and other things to play with are always fun ways to say thanks. Some ideas can include mp3 players, survival tools, cool timepieces, flash drives, games, remote control vehicles, blue tooth products or other computer related fun items.
Yes, it's true, men love their flashlights. And we don't mean those cheap, girly plastic things. We want METAL. These are great gifts that we love and they happen to be very new gadgets. Here are a couple of options, from big to small, inexpensive to not-too-expensive.
She will usually be happy to tell you about her cool phone, and its features. Ask her if you can try out the built-in camera, and take a picture of her. (Japanese girls LOVE posing Unique gadget gift ideas for tech enthusiasts pictures.) She will then huddle in close with you to see how her picture turned out. Now you've closed the "physical gap," and you're laughing and chatting with her.
As stated earlier, Innovative new tech gadgets to watch out for are an awesome gift for both women and men. Anything from an iPhone to a netbook or an e-Book reader works for many women as well. Or you may get some girlie accessories for gadgets that she already has, such as a designer's laptop bag, or a pink iPig (an iPod dock in the shape of a pig, in case you had no clue what that was).
If your son still transports himself around on a skateboard, then he is sure to love the Caster Board. This is a gift that is in between being a mode of transport and some old school style of fun. For youngsters with a penchant for extreme sports, these would make a great skill to acquire.
You get your moneys worth when you do your research and shop for a quality tricycle that will give your child years and years of play. With the quality steel construction on most of these tricycles, they will last until your child has a child. They make great memories and family heirlooms!