generous ones.
consider their needs: do the new parents in your life really need more toys for their infant? or could they use some meals in the freezer? does your aging grandmother need another blanket? or would she prefer plans to play regular card games with you over the next year. think about ways to give your time -- not just spend your hard earned money.
listen to them: if they mention their tea is always getting cold on the way to work or there’s a book they’d love to read, buy it for them. include a nice note to let them know you were listening. neither are expensive items. a good 