Home Made Is Economical
On the process of choosing what gift to give on a retiree's special day, you may have finally decided to give him something that you think is quite special in a way that you are the one who is going to make it. You may be thinking that by making such a funny home made retirement gift, you would be able to bring a little bit of laughter to the ideally sad retirement event and at the same time save yourself a bit of cash. You may also put the idea of home made in a perspective of a utilitarian and consider the act itself as geared toward the greater good, which is in this context both of you for benefiting.
Home Made Is Personal
What is good about a retirement gift as being home made is that it becomes more personal than anything bought off the common marketplace or online. Having to create a personal work of progress shows more value and effort put into such a retirement gift. For a recipient who values the aesthetic value as well as the sentimental value of things, he will be able to appreciate a home made retirement gift more than those which were commercially made. Having a retirement gift as personally crafted also becomes an expression of the giver's concern and love for the creation of the item itself. With an added concept of being laced with humor, a funny home made retirement gift becomes an extension of the creator's sense of humor itself.
Home Made Is Unique
For example, if the creator wishes to create a funny retirement gift such as a knitted shirt with a slogan "RETIRING to bed tonight" to be given and worn by the retiree during the retirement event would definitely catch a few chuckles from the guests, perhaps even from the boss. By doing so, not only have you advertised your sense of creativity and good nature to everyone else other than the recipient of your gift, you also have made it known among them that you have creativity and a sense of value for uniqueness.
Home Made Is Perfect For The Home
One distinguishing idea in creating a funny home made retirement gift is that it is lighthearted in its own value since it wishes to bring out a smile with the retiree and whoever gets to see the gift. Also bear in mind that whatever you are going to create for the retiree, it has to adhere to the notion that there wouldn’t be any issues, especially sensitive ones which will be violated because of an incorrectly placed joke or remark on the gift. A home made retirement gift is safe to create with the idea that it would be for home use.
Home Made Is Priceless
Another good thing about a funny home made retirement gift is that its uniqueness is its own value, which is definitely priceless. Like any work of art, any retirement gift that has been hand crafted and given to another person is similar to giving a part of the person to another as a parting gift and to be part of the new person's life. The idea of giving a part of one's self to another through self expression of concern, acknowledgement, and love makes not just any retirement gift but any gift priceless.
Two things to bear in mind when giving funny home made retirement gifts: self humor and creativity.
Friday, April 30, 2010
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Retirement Gifts for YOU!
From day one, everyone looks forward to retirement, that day where they can finally let go of the stresses of the daily grind and spend their leisurely days traveling, reading and basically having fun. As compared to previous generations, we have longer life spans so we all expect our golden years to be fulfilling and rewarding.
Instead of waiting for people to help you plan your retirement, you should do it yourself. Although retirement planning is probably one of the most draining activities where one spends loads of time perusing over financial and brokerage statements, benefits brochures and insurance policies. One does this in terms of the benefits of long term planning: if one retires earlier, he/she will think and anticipate less on government-funded plans which only gives a pittance of a pension and focus more on the beauty of life.
Why Retirement Planning is Necessary
Obviously, retirement planning isn’t all about numerous hours of stress by chugging down numbers and analyzing mutual funds: it’s about fixing and deciding how you will live the final years of your life. If one can balance financially and plan fully on a retirement plan, rest assured that your future is secure.
But remember that retirement planning isn’t a singular activity. It is something that stretches forth to decades, spanning your 30s, 40s and 50s. In every decade, one must rethink their strategies since you are inching closer and closer to retirement, thus one must forgo risky investments and go to bonds and reliable mutual funds as the years pass by.
Build the Right Retirement Plan
A retirement plan must be suited to your risk tolerance and apparent need for cash when retirement comes. If you prefer a general 401(k) that has a good balance of everything, you may go for equal amounts of low-risk bonds and riskier stocks or you may also opt for an assortment of mutual funds that both have high-risk and low-risk funds.
Generally, risk tolerance is congruent to one’s age. If you are on your 20s or early 30s, you may opt for a more stock-saturated mutual fund in the hope of getting a good return because of the added risk stocks give. If ever the worst comes and you face some declines in the stock market, you still have a good 20 to 30 years to compensate for the losses.
On the other hand, if one is teetering on the 40s or 50s, it is necessary that one must go low-risk in his/her investments. One’s mutual funds must now be concentrated more on low-risk government bonds, which virtually assure no losses and minimum gain, if there will be no huge political crisis, of course.
If one follows this general age/risk rule, then one has better chance that one has an ample amount of cash to spend on the pleasures of life when retirement age finally comes.
Conclusion
One has always dreamt of traveling the world, playing golf all day and enjoying the best life can give. But one cannot do all that while working away in the office. Therefore one must give importance to the rising necessity of building a retirement plan.
It is probably as stressful as work itself, but if you can carry all that heap of information and mix it into the delicacy that is a finely tailored retirement plan, then rest assured that your dream of tasting and relishing the best of life is definitely reachable by 65.
Instead of waiting for people to help you plan your retirement, you should do it yourself. Although retirement planning is probably one of the most draining activities where one spends loads of time perusing over financial and brokerage statements, benefits brochures and insurance policies. One does this in terms of the benefits of long term planning: if one retires earlier, he/she will think and anticipate less on government-funded plans which only gives a pittance of a pension and focus more on the beauty of life.
Why Retirement Planning is Necessary
Obviously, retirement planning isn’t all about numerous hours of stress by chugging down numbers and analyzing mutual funds: it’s about fixing and deciding how you will live the final years of your life. If one can balance financially and plan fully on a retirement plan, rest assured that your future is secure.
But remember that retirement planning isn’t a singular activity. It is something that stretches forth to decades, spanning your 30s, 40s and 50s. In every decade, one must rethink their strategies since you are inching closer and closer to retirement, thus one must forgo risky investments and go to bonds and reliable mutual funds as the years pass by.
Build the Right Retirement Plan
A retirement plan must be suited to your risk tolerance and apparent need for cash when retirement comes. If you prefer a general 401(k) that has a good balance of everything, you may go for equal amounts of low-risk bonds and riskier stocks or you may also opt for an assortment of mutual funds that both have high-risk and low-risk funds.
Generally, risk tolerance is congruent to one’s age. If you are on your 20s or early 30s, you may opt for a more stock-saturated mutual fund in the hope of getting a good return because of the added risk stocks give. If ever the worst comes and you face some declines in the stock market, you still have a good 20 to 30 years to compensate for the losses.
On the other hand, if one is teetering on the 40s or 50s, it is necessary that one must go low-risk in his/her investments. One’s mutual funds must now be concentrated more on low-risk government bonds, which virtually assure no losses and minimum gain, if there will be no huge political crisis, of course.
If one follows this general age/risk rule, then one has better chance that one has an ample amount of cash to spend on the pleasures of life when retirement age finally comes.
Conclusion
One has always dreamt of traveling the world, playing golf all day and enjoying the best life can give. But one cannot do all that while working away in the office. Therefore one must give importance to the rising necessity of building a retirement plan.
It is probably as stressful as work itself, but if you can carry all that heap of information and mix it into the delicacy that is a finely tailored retirement plan, then rest assured that your dream of tasting and relishing the best of life is definitely reachable by 65.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Retirement Gag Gifts
Retiring does not mean that a person has to end the fun times, pun intended with what he has come to live by in his everyday existence. It also does not have to be a moment of sadness because of the formal ceasing of work. A retiring event can be as much fun as any other celebrated occasion. One way to make sure that such a retirement incident is kept fun and retains its fun is to make sure that all aspects of the retirement process are serviced with a smile or a funny and heartwarming cause. Retirement gag gifts may be utilized in this manner to provide an added pun and fun for both the retiree and the guests celebrating his retirement.
Pranks For Less Stress
Associated with work throughout the years are the different stressors which have made the work experience complete but tiring nonetheless. A well themed retirement gag gift would definitely relieve those bad moments in the retiree's career. Furthermore, the retirement gag gift would be a lighter alternative of implicating a farewell gift for the person from his work.
More Work, More Pranks
It is a good idea to counter the stress garnered from a retirement by placing a theme which openly and blatantly speaks of his work and gives a clean ridicule or laugh about it. This way, the retiree could think of his work experience as something to look back to and have a chuckle or two about it. This would give a sense of accomplishment to the individual and would therefore help him in moving on, ending a career chapter in his life and starting a new life as a beneficiary of his life's work.
Pranks in these manner may be indicated on the different items and memorabilia which may be placed on them. For example, a retiree coming off from years of police service may be given a token of a gag gift in the form of a customized water gun which looks like a replica of the service pistol firearm that he had during service. Another could be a rocking chair with a slogan saying "Too young to rock this chair". What ever the retirement gag gift may be, what is important is the message behind the item that would be funny.
Life Begins After Retirement
Probably you have heard of the saying "Life begins at 40". Some other similar slogans would indicate a different age. What better way to start this "Life" as they call it with a hearty laugh or a glowing disposition? Some of the retirement gag gifts which could be of use in relation to the types of activities that the retiree will be engaging in.
An avid golfer would have more time now to spend with his favorite sport, and retirement gag gifts may be part of his new experience in focused golfing by giving him a golf club designed specifically to cut grass so that even when he is just in his lawn maintaining his garden or the like, he could still have a few chuckles as he swings the gag gift at the grass.
The amount of laughs and gags are only limited by the imagination, and each person's idea of a gag is different. Just be careful though of not being too brutally mischievous in giving a person a retirement gag gift as it may hurt that person if not properly given or thought of.
Pranks For Less Stress
Associated with work throughout the years are the different stressors which have made the work experience complete but tiring nonetheless. A well themed retirement gag gift would definitely relieve those bad moments in the retiree's career. Furthermore, the retirement gag gift would be a lighter alternative of implicating a farewell gift for the person from his work.
More Work, More Pranks
It is a good idea to counter the stress garnered from a retirement by placing a theme which openly and blatantly speaks of his work and gives a clean ridicule or laugh about it. This way, the retiree could think of his work experience as something to look back to and have a chuckle or two about it. This would give a sense of accomplishment to the individual and would therefore help him in moving on, ending a career chapter in his life and starting a new life as a beneficiary of his life's work.
Pranks in these manner may be indicated on the different items and memorabilia which may be placed on them. For example, a retiree coming off from years of police service may be given a token of a gag gift in the form of a customized water gun which looks like a replica of the service pistol firearm that he had during service. Another could be a rocking chair with a slogan saying "Too young to rock this chair". What ever the retirement gag gift may be, what is important is the message behind the item that would be funny.
Life Begins After Retirement
Probably you have heard of the saying "Life begins at 40". Some other similar slogans would indicate a different age. What better way to start this "Life" as they call it with a hearty laugh or a glowing disposition? Some of the retirement gag gifts which could be of use in relation to the types of activities that the retiree will be engaging in.
An avid golfer would have more time now to spend with his favorite sport, and retirement gag gifts may be part of his new experience in focused golfing by giving him a golf club designed specifically to cut grass so that even when he is just in his lawn maintaining his garden or the like, he could still have a few chuckles as he swings the gag gift at the grass.
The amount of laughs and gags are only limited by the imagination, and each person's idea of a gag is different. Just be careful though of not being too brutally mischievous in giving a person a retirement gag gift as it may hurt that person if not properly given or thought of.
Friday, April 23, 2010
Where To Search For Retirement Gifts
The Ask, The Task
The problem and the hassle of finding the right retirement gift haunt even the most capable of gift givers. For one, gifts for the retiree have to be appropriate. It also has to be timely and with meaning. It even gets more complicated if the one who will be giving does not have any idea on what to give in the first place. In addition to that, the place on where to get the item also pose a problem as to instances when the supply or the item is out of stock and nowhere to be found in the local neighborhood.
Actual Mall
The most common option for any retirement gift hunter is to head to the nearest boutique, novelty store, or have them both in a mall. The local mall is perhaps the most practical place to find stuff to be bought as retirement gifts. In a good sized mall, merchandise as well as shops for customization may be found. Furthermore, there is a good chance to find something worth buying as a retirement gift here due to the rate of merchants and sellers to actually sell their wares here because of the high volume of potential buyers.
Another good thing about a mall is that one gets to have the convenience of walking around the well ventilated and air conditioned construct. Also, the mall is a secure place to wander about without worrying about bad elements.
Though a bazaar is also a good place to find for gifts, the inconvenience of shopping in an open setting and hotter environment may be of concern.
Virtual Mall
With the modern technological advancement in telecommunications and processing, browsing and windows shopping has been made possible with the internet. One may conveniently browse the different items that are available online without having to leave the house. Anyone can now go online and seek for any item that may have been conceived by anyone and marketed commercially and virtually.
This method of browsing and shopping online is a good alternative than manually wasting time driving to the mall and getting caught up in the long line at the atm machine, only to find out that the machine has just gone offline. Even if you have credit cards to use in the actual mall, these same pieces of plastic cards may be used in online transactions should you finally decide on what to get as a retirement gift.
Just be wary of keeping your credit card details secure by checking the credibility of the online store. Otherwise, you may end up throwing away good money for a non existent retirement gift.
Get Lost, Find More
For those who have all the time in the world to go out and explore what the world has to offer as exotic and unique gifts which may be customized and be made personal, one unorthodox method of finding gifts would be to just get lost in a neighboring town or city and check their wares there. Who knows what item you may stumble upon and find it interesting enough to give as a retirement gift. Furthermore, you may find some other useful stuff for yourself too.
The secret to find retirement gifts is a combination of luck, time, and a well placed order on something which you have set your eyes upon.
The problem and the hassle of finding the right retirement gift haunt even the most capable of gift givers. For one, gifts for the retiree have to be appropriate. It also has to be timely and with meaning. It even gets more complicated if the one who will be giving does not have any idea on what to give in the first place. In addition to that, the place on where to get the item also pose a problem as to instances when the supply or the item is out of stock and nowhere to be found in the local neighborhood.
Actual Mall
The most common option for any retirement gift hunter is to head to the nearest boutique, novelty store, or have them both in a mall. The local mall is perhaps the most practical place to find stuff to be bought as retirement gifts. In a good sized mall, merchandise as well as shops for customization may be found. Furthermore, there is a good chance to find something worth buying as a retirement gift here due to the rate of merchants and sellers to actually sell their wares here because of the high volume of potential buyers.
Another good thing about a mall is that one gets to have the convenience of walking around the well ventilated and air conditioned construct. Also, the mall is a secure place to wander about without worrying about bad elements.
Though a bazaar is also a good place to find for gifts, the inconvenience of shopping in an open setting and hotter environment may be of concern.
Virtual Mall
With the modern technological advancement in telecommunications and processing, browsing and windows shopping has been made possible with the internet. One may conveniently browse the different items that are available online without having to leave the house. Anyone can now go online and seek for any item that may have been conceived by anyone and marketed commercially and virtually.
This method of browsing and shopping online is a good alternative than manually wasting time driving to the mall and getting caught up in the long line at the atm machine, only to find out that the machine has just gone offline. Even if you have credit cards to use in the actual mall, these same pieces of plastic cards may be used in online transactions should you finally decide on what to get as a retirement gift.
Just be wary of keeping your credit card details secure by checking the credibility of the online store. Otherwise, you may end up throwing away good money for a non existent retirement gift.
Get Lost, Find More
For those who have all the time in the world to go out and explore what the world has to offer as exotic and unique gifts which may be customized and be made personal, one unorthodox method of finding gifts would be to just get lost in a neighboring town or city and check their wares there. Who knows what item you may stumble upon and find it interesting enough to give as a retirement gift. Furthermore, you may find some other useful stuff for yourself too.
The secret to find retirement gifts is a combination of luck, time, and a well placed order on something which you have set your eyes upon.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Retirement Gifts For The Corporate World
The Moment Of It All
Reaching a good age for retiring, an employee may he be of the common position or a higher management type of position would want to have something glamorous and worthy of safekeeping after his years of service with a corporation. Even before being assimilated into a corporation, the employee has been constantly acquiring gifts, rewards and benefits during certain years of rendered service or perhaps when the personnel has contributed something significant to the company's growth and stature.
One of the benefits which are given to any deserving employee at the end of his career is a hefty lump of cash from the different policies such as retirement, back tax, and other similar benefits. Another is a memento which signifies the person's affiliation with the company which gives prestige and honor.
Looking at a corporation as a big family of colleagues, each with an assigned task and designation to fully implement the tasks to efficiently keep the company's mode of operations at optimum, the retiree would want to have something he is able to feel proud of and be shown to others.
What Not
Of course it wouldn't be wise to give the retiree something that would be anything like the things he had during service that would suggest more work to be delegated. Some of these things may be referred to as a desk, a work chair, or a filing desk. Even if these are customized and made of the most expensive materials, it would not be that practical and wise since what you would want the retiree to feel is that he is now rewarded with a big sum of cash to spend on pure leisure and enjoyment. Well, unless these not-to items are to be given as prank gifts, then a good suggestion would be to refrain from it altogether.
Say It In Crystal
Corporate gifts usually would be best characterized in pristine and glamorous pieces of memorabilia. A good material to use is crystal. Crystal has been used ever since as a form of luxury and finesse.
A good idea to have is to present a corporate retirement gift in a crystal dining set, which would allow the retiree to dine in style with his loved ones, especially now that he will be spending most of the time with his beloved family.
Another crystal idea is to present a replica of the building as a form of figurine which would show the glamour and the majesty of the structure that the employee has rendered his skills and talent over the decades. Of course, one has to consider first if the real model of the building itself shows majesty and grandeur.
A safe idea would be to present the corporate retiree with crystal chess set, complete with personalized and handcrafted chess pieces. This would spark the royal thinking and strategic mind of the retiree even after he is off with battling stocks and corporate deals and assignments.
Say It In Brass
Other than crystal, a retiring employee may also want to be presented with items in brass. These brass items would be in the form of jewelry such as a company ring, or cufflinks which may be used in formal gatherings to add to the added formal recognition and affiliation with the company.
Whatever the preference of the retiree may be, corporate retirement gifts speak only of one thing: affiliation.
Reaching a good age for retiring, an employee may he be of the common position or a higher management type of position would want to have something glamorous and worthy of safekeeping after his years of service with a corporation. Even before being assimilated into a corporation, the employee has been constantly acquiring gifts, rewards and benefits during certain years of rendered service or perhaps when the personnel has contributed something significant to the company's growth and stature.
One of the benefits which are given to any deserving employee at the end of his career is a hefty lump of cash from the different policies such as retirement, back tax, and other similar benefits. Another is a memento which signifies the person's affiliation with the company which gives prestige and honor.
Looking at a corporation as a big family of colleagues, each with an assigned task and designation to fully implement the tasks to efficiently keep the company's mode of operations at optimum, the retiree would want to have something he is able to feel proud of and be shown to others.
What Not
Of course it wouldn't be wise to give the retiree something that would be anything like the things he had during service that would suggest more work to be delegated. Some of these things may be referred to as a desk, a work chair, or a filing desk. Even if these are customized and made of the most expensive materials, it would not be that practical and wise since what you would want the retiree to feel is that he is now rewarded with a big sum of cash to spend on pure leisure and enjoyment. Well, unless these not-to items are to be given as prank gifts, then a good suggestion would be to refrain from it altogether.
Say It In Crystal
Corporate gifts usually would be best characterized in pristine and glamorous pieces of memorabilia. A good material to use is crystal. Crystal has been used ever since as a form of luxury and finesse.
A good idea to have is to present a corporate retirement gift in a crystal dining set, which would allow the retiree to dine in style with his loved ones, especially now that he will be spending most of the time with his beloved family.
Another crystal idea is to present a replica of the building as a form of figurine which would show the glamour and the majesty of the structure that the employee has rendered his skills and talent over the decades. Of course, one has to consider first if the real model of the building itself shows majesty and grandeur.
A safe idea would be to present the corporate retiree with crystal chess set, complete with personalized and handcrafted chess pieces. This would spark the royal thinking and strategic mind of the retiree even after he is off with battling stocks and corporate deals and assignments.
Say It In Brass
Other than crystal, a retiring employee may also want to be presented with items in brass. These brass items would be in the form of jewelry such as a company ring, or cufflinks which may be used in formal gatherings to add to the added formal recognition and affiliation with the company.
Whatever the preference of the retiree may be, corporate retirement gifts speak only of one thing: affiliation.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Unique Personal Retirement Gifts
Make It Personal
Retirement gifts are part of a global tradition for the different industries to acknowledge the service of any worker or personnel, a company official, employee, or perhaps even a trustee. It is a way of showing a career person his worth and acknowledging what he has done for the maintenance of the company. It is also an added bonus for employees to work hard to be able to stay in the company for a longer period of time.
Companies and colleagues alike give out retirement gifts as a final commemoration of someone's work portfolio. Nevertheless, the kind of retirement gifts is not limited by anything, but is instead flexible to be as unique as possible. Unique retirement gifts are anything but personally made or crafted.
Uniqueness Equals Non Conformity
For one, uniqueness of such a retirement gift should be considered as not commonly acquired in the commercial market, ordered from a third party manufacturing agency, or given to any other retiree from previous and even present retirement parties in an institution.
A unique retirement gift should be the first item of its kind in terms of tag, item type, occurrence of being given, or award. Furthermore, being unique in the simplest sense, the retirement gift should also exude some sort of distinguished prestige for a specific accomplishment of service. This would not only allow the retiree to personally claim that such a gift was meant for only one, but also raise self esteem for the self as well as others as they work hard to achieve such recognition.
In line with recognition, this is one of the most probable reasons for creating a unique retirement gift. A personally crafted gift makes it gain an identity that it has been crafted not by any commercial means but with the individual's effort and passion in going through the trouble of making one.
Most probably, it may not be as extravagant as a car or a golf club, or anything of that sort which would require such complex machinery and equipment to create, but personally crafted unique retirement gifts could be anything, given the proper resources. Ever wonder why limited-edition, and order-based cars are so expensive and valuable? It is because these cars were crafted not in the industrial assembly line but are custom built, which adds up to the aesthetic and face value.
Personal Touch
What makes unique retirement gifts nicer and more valuable than any other extravagant commercial gifts is the personal touch. Even a kid who has no idea of such extravagance and complexity of creating lavish gifts or even acquiring them could still create a simple gift, by his own means, and present it as a retirement gift.
It never is limited by the sole occasion alone. Retirement gifts are classified as such only because it speaks of an event of a worker that he is formally stepping down from work. The gift's essence in itself is pure and simple in the sense that it is a thing worth keeping. Nonetheless, unique retirement gifts is a combination of a pure intention to acknowledge someone's work service and the parting of something worth keeping.
Uniqueness is only limited by the imagination. Even still, once a person has started to think of an idea of what to give a retiree by heart has already started to imbibe a personal touch to the unique retirement gift.
Retirement gifts are part of a global tradition for the different industries to acknowledge the service of any worker or personnel, a company official, employee, or perhaps even a trustee. It is a way of showing a career person his worth and acknowledging what he has done for the maintenance of the company. It is also an added bonus for employees to work hard to be able to stay in the company for a longer period of time.
Companies and colleagues alike give out retirement gifts as a final commemoration of someone's work portfolio. Nevertheless, the kind of retirement gifts is not limited by anything, but is instead flexible to be as unique as possible. Unique retirement gifts are anything but personally made or crafted.
Uniqueness Equals Non Conformity
For one, uniqueness of such a retirement gift should be considered as not commonly acquired in the commercial market, ordered from a third party manufacturing agency, or given to any other retiree from previous and even present retirement parties in an institution.
A unique retirement gift should be the first item of its kind in terms of tag, item type, occurrence of being given, or award. Furthermore, being unique in the simplest sense, the retirement gift should also exude some sort of distinguished prestige for a specific accomplishment of service. This would not only allow the retiree to personally claim that such a gift was meant for only one, but also raise self esteem for the self as well as others as they work hard to achieve such recognition.
In line with recognition, this is one of the most probable reasons for creating a unique retirement gift. A personally crafted gift makes it gain an identity that it has been crafted not by any commercial means but with the individual's effort and passion in going through the trouble of making one.
Most probably, it may not be as extravagant as a car or a golf club, or anything of that sort which would require such complex machinery and equipment to create, but personally crafted unique retirement gifts could be anything, given the proper resources. Ever wonder why limited-edition, and order-based cars are so expensive and valuable? It is because these cars were crafted not in the industrial assembly line but are custom built, which adds up to the aesthetic and face value.
Personal Touch
What makes unique retirement gifts nicer and more valuable than any other extravagant commercial gifts is the personal touch. Even a kid who has no idea of such extravagance and complexity of creating lavish gifts or even acquiring them could still create a simple gift, by his own means, and present it as a retirement gift.
It never is limited by the sole occasion alone. Retirement gifts are classified as such only because it speaks of an event of a worker that he is formally stepping down from work. The gift's essence in itself is pure and simple in the sense that it is a thing worth keeping. Nonetheless, unique retirement gifts is a combination of a pure intention to acknowledge someone's work service and the parting of something worth keeping.
Uniqueness is only limited by the imagination. Even still, once a person has started to think of an idea of what to give a retiree by heart has already started to imbibe a personal touch to the unique retirement gift.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Retirement Jokes
Most people approach retirement in a gloomy countenance. They approach it as if it is a surrender to the hands fate and debilitation of the body. So it is important that one will help them realize that it is something to be accepted since it is an inevitable stage in one’s life. But how can one do that? It’s simple: poke fun at retirement.
Retirement jokes, like ones said on speeches are popular. Speeches tend to become emotional that it hinges every one in the room in a state of gloom and sympathy. But one can raise the bar in retirement jokes (without insulting the retiree, of course).
Examples
In addition to talking about the wonderful moments the speaker has shared with the retiree, he/she can add something that will lighten up the atmosphere. One may give a stone slab, which has inscriptions on it, “in advance”. Friends may also joke and call the retiree “grandfather” whenever the latter tries to reprimand the former in a conversation can also help lighten the mood. But don’t overdo it, of course.
Other gags that might be of interest is a wig with an unusual color like pink or purple, a follow up item to the joke that he may need a wig in the future. If he, in an inexplicable moment, declines it, say: “okay, then wear a paper bag instead if you get bald”. Always be ready whenever jokes don’t succeed; so keep those backup jokes ready!
Believe it or not, some service providers also write and sell personalized retirement speeches with witty jokes after understanding the personality and interests of the retiree. These companies usually add jokes about the retiree’s profession.
If one cannot find enough retirement jokes, a little visit to the bookstore can help a great deal. There are joke books that cover a wide range of topics, one of which is retirement. A little scan here and there will help inspire the reader if he/she isn’t the natural comedian. These may also be good retirement gifts as well, helping the retiree have a good laugh in one of those boring Tuesday afternoons.
There are also a lot of websites available on the net that provide a lot of jokes and free retirement e-books like retirement-quotes.com. The e-books that they have range from the “200 best things said about retirement” to “retirement wisdom you won’t get from your financial advisor”.
Conclusion
There is a lot of leeway one has on inserting jokes in a retirement party. If you know someone who is coming near to retirement, you can send an email or two which has retirement quotes like “retirement is when everyday is Saturday” and “retirement: goodbye tension, hello pension!” It is a good gesture and gives off the sense that you know what the future retiree is going through. Again, keep the retiree (future or not) off tension as much as possible and make him/her anticipate retirement with smile and not with a sigh as much as possible.
And when the retirement party does come, keep the same lighthearted approach, inserting jokes here and there and probably some gags like the ones said above. Not only will the retiree will be less fussy about retirement, he/she will focus more about the people who kept him happy on that bittersweet day, especially the one who gave him that weird pink wig.
Retirement jokes, like ones said on speeches are popular. Speeches tend to become emotional that it hinges every one in the room in a state of gloom and sympathy. But one can raise the bar in retirement jokes (without insulting the retiree, of course).
Examples
In addition to talking about the wonderful moments the speaker has shared with the retiree, he/she can add something that will lighten up the atmosphere. One may give a stone slab, which has inscriptions on it, “in advance”. Friends may also joke and call the retiree “grandfather” whenever the latter tries to reprimand the former in a conversation can also help lighten the mood. But don’t overdo it, of course.
Other gags that might be of interest is a wig with an unusual color like pink or purple, a follow up item to the joke that he may need a wig in the future. If he, in an inexplicable moment, declines it, say: “okay, then wear a paper bag instead if you get bald”. Always be ready whenever jokes don’t succeed; so keep those backup jokes ready!
Believe it or not, some service providers also write and sell personalized retirement speeches with witty jokes after understanding the personality and interests of the retiree. These companies usually add jokes about the retiree’s profession.
If one cannot find enough retirement jokes, a little visit to the bookstore can help a great deal. There are joke books that cover a wide range of topics, one of which is retirement. A little scan here and there will help inspire the reader if he/she isn’t the natural comedian. These may also be good retirement gifts as well, helping the retiree have a good laugh in one of those boring Tuesday afternoons.
There are also a lot of websites available on the net that provide a lot of jokes and free retirement e-books like retirement-quotes.com. The e-books that they have range from the “200 best things said about retirement” to “retirement wisdom you won’t get from your financial advisor”.
Conclusion
There is a lot of leeway one has on inserting jokes in a retirement party. If you know someone who is coming near to retirement, you can send an email or two which has retirement quotes like “retirement is when everyday is Saturday” and “retirement: goodbye tension, hello pension!” It is a good gesture and gives off the sense that you know what the future retiree is going through. Again, keep the retiree (future or not) off tension as much as possible and make him/her anticipate retirement with smile and not with a sigh as much as possible.
And when the retirement party does come, keep the same lighthearted approach, inserting jokes here and there and probably some gags like the ones said above. Not only will the retiree will be less fussy about retirement, he/she will focus more about the people who kept him happy on that bittersweet day, especially the one who gave him that weird pink wig.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Homemade Retirement Gag Gifts
Homemade gag gifts for retirement is a wonderful way to spice up the usual retirement gift giving process by adding some personal touch to a gift. By incorporating a sense of expression by yourself as the giver, you are then able to transform a normal retirement gift into an eternal gift which will be remembered very well.
Let Your Imagination Do The Thinking
The whole process of a homemade gag gift for retirement starts off with an imagination. This imagination is not only geared towards knowing what to create but to incorporate all other considerations, in which case should also be included with humor and is relevant to the personality or the preference of the recipient.
A good imagination definitely places a good plan on a desired homemade gag gift as a retirement gift. For example, a sound imagination may be able to produce a plan to make a homemade necktie with the inscription "Not Retired, Just a Homebody". Again, the key to starting a good plan to make a good homemade gag gift is an active imagination.
Let Your Humor Do The Talking
After you have decided what item to create, the next thing to do is to inject the item with a sense of humor either in words or in the manner in which it is created. Humor is the unique and distinguishing mark on a homemade gag gift for retirement. This is because humor is the essence of self expression of a human being especially when it comes to its application as gags on others. The specific joke may be the same as stated by two people, but the manner of delivery and the idea of who it came from differ as a factor regarding personality is considered.
Another thing about applying humor on a retirement gift does not necessarily have to be what you found funny. It has to be relevant, with a good punch line, and timely for the occasion. Remember that the humor is not for you but instead for the recipient of your retirement gift.
In this case, let your mind off in thinking critically of technicalities and details of how to please the person whom you will be giving your gift. Let your mind loose this time and tap into your crazy side.
Let Your Hands Do The Walking
After you have picked the perfect humor for the retirement gift, it is now time to implement and apply some skill and talent in creating. When creating, always bear in mind that you are again expressing yourself now in terms of your utility side; that which makes up of your skills in actualizing your physical self to move in coordination to create something out of nothing.
Many people dread at this stage in doing something home made because of apprehensions and pre set notions that anything that they will create will not be as good as that sold commercially. Though it may be true that the commercially marketed items are made by machine and exhibit consistency and accuracy, your so-called "substandard" proportioned homemade gift is still more valuable as it is the only one made as of the moment. Ever thought how limited edition items are sold at a higher price? This is the perspective that you would want to start with to encourage yourself.
If your concern is the aesthetic beauty of what you will be creating, just remember that you are creating something not to be ogled and wondered at but to be given a light twist. Your homemade gag gift for retirement is meant to get the chuckles and hilarity of the recipient an nothing else beyond that.
Let Your Imagination Do The Thinking
The whole process of a homemade gag gift for retirement starts off with an imagination. This imagination is not only geared towards knowing what to create but to incorporate all other considerations, in which case should also be included with humor and is relevant to the personality or the preference of the recipient.
A good imagination definitely places a good plan on a desired homemade gag gift as a retirement gift. For example, a sound imagination may be able to produce a plan to make a homemade necktie with the inscription "Not Retired, Just a Homebody". Again, the key to starting a good plan to make a good homemade gag gift is an active imagination.
Let Your Humor Do The Talking
After you have decided what item to create, the next thing to do is to inject the item with a sense of humor either in words or in the manner in which it is created. Humor is the unique and distinguishing mark on a homemade gag gift for retirement. This is because humor is the essence of self expression of a human being especially when it comes to its application as gags on others. The specific joke may be the same as stated by two people, but the manner of delivery and the idea of who it came from differ as a factor regarding personality is considered.
Another thing about applying humor on a retirement gift does not necessarily have to be what you found funny. It has to be relevant, with a good punch line, and timely for the occasion. Remember that the humor is not for you but instead for the recipient of your retirement gift.
In this case, let your mind off in thinking critically of technicalities and details of how to please the person whom you will be giving your gift. Let your mind loose this time and tap into your crazy side.
Let Your Hands Do The Walking
After you have picked the perfect humor for the retirement gift, it is now time to implement and apply some skill and talent in creating. When creating, always bear in mind that you are again expressing yourself now in terms of your utility side; that which makes up of your skills in actualizing your physical self to move in coordination to create something out of nothing.
Many people dread at this stage in doing something home made because of apprehensions and pre set notions that anything that they will create will not be as good as that sold commercially. Though it may be true that the commercially marketed items are made by machine and exhibit consistency and accuracy, your so-called "substandard" proportioned homemade gift is still more valuable as it is the only one made as of the moment. Ever thought how limited edition items are sold at a higher price? This is the perspective that you would want to start with to encourage yourself.
If your concern is the aesthetic beauty of what you will be creating, just remember that you are creating something not to be ogled and wondered at but to be given a light twist. Your homemade gag gift for retirement is meant to get the chuckles and hilarity of the recipient an nothing else beyond that.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Retirement Gifts For The Machinist
Machinists are those people who are engaged in a variable work description which ranges from operating mechanical machineries to electronic machineries and robotics to create a specific item with precision and consistency. Usually, these machinists are tasked to create only a specific part of a bigger item like a door of a car or even just the knob of a door. Nevertheless, they are those who interact with sophisticated and medium built machineries to produce the necessary component.
As these machinists retire from work, they would most probably still be craving to do similar tasks as that when they were still working in the factory. Retirement gifts for machinists would also most probably be related to machineries or anything that pertains to their hobby, which in this case would most likely be crafting.
Know What They Like
Though it doesn't really and necessarily follow that the hobbies or off-work habits of these machinists are woodworking or machine crafting, it is a good start to know and project a gift that would at least start as something that they usually work with. One has to know the retiree to know what industry these retiring machinists would be coming from.
A retiree machinist who works in a car assembly factory may have a different training background with certain machines as to that who works with machines in a dry dock facility. Though both would be engaged in steel works and heavy machine equipment, the nature of the specific item being created would have different effects for the retiree's preference as a gift.
Know To Identify Their Specific Hobby
In addition to the nature of the retiree's machine related operation, knowing the nature of the specific hobby of the retiree would definitely help place a well valued and practical retirement gift for a machinist. For example, a machinist who has a home based hobby of wood carving would find a retirement gift of a good quality chisel set, or a new working table as a valuable present.
It may also be that the same machinist has a totally different hobby as compared with working with machineries. It may be that the retiree's hobby involves something less strenuous such as painting or even knitting. It may sound funny to realize the extreme opposing activities existing in a single person but it is possible.
The last thing you want to realize is that you have presented a retiree with a gift which looks like work being brought home.
Know What They Still Need
Another thing to consider is to know what they really need. It may destroy the element of surprise in giving not just retirement but with any kind of gifts but it would be much more practical and economical. It would be economical in the sense that there wouldn’t be any money gone to waste by guying something that the retiree wouldn’t be able to use afterwards.
Another benefit of knowing the need of a retiree is to be able to properly complement the exact wishes of the recipient of your retirement gift. Also, if you really don’t want to spoil the element of surprise, you may ask a relative or a close colleague of his who knows his likes and needs. This way, you may get additional ideas on how to make such a retirement gift be a well placed gift.
Retirement gifts for machinists need not be mechanical or anything near sophisticated. It may be the most common of things or retain its complex characteristic which the machinist retiree has been accustomed to for many years. What ever the gift may be, the point on making a gift for machinists memorable and valuable is to make sure that it is something useful and meaningful.
As these machinists retire from work, they would most probably still be craving to do similar tasks as that when they were still working in the factory. Retirement gifts for machinists would also most probably be related to machineries or anything that pertains to their hobby, which in this case would most likely be crafting.
Know What They Like
Though it doesn't really and necessarily follow that the hobbies or off-work habits of these machinists are woodworking or machine crafting, it is a good start to know and project a gift that would at least start as something that they usually work with. One has to know the retiree to know what industry these retiring machinists would be coming from.
A retiree machinist who works in a car assembly factory may have a different training background with certain machines as to that who works with machines in a dry dock facility. Though both would be engaged in steel works and heavy machine equipment, the nature of the specific item being created would have different effects for the retiree's preference as a gift.
Know To Identify Their Specific Hobby
In addition to the nature of the retiree's machine related operation, knowing the nature of the specific hobby of the retiree would definitely help place a well valued and practical retirement gift for a machinist. For example, a machinist who has a home based hobby of wood carving would find a retirement gift of a good quality chisel set, or a new working table as a valuable present.
It may also be that the same machinist has a totally different hobby as compared with working with machineries. It may be that the retiree's hobby involves something less strenuous such as painting or even knitting. It may sound funny to realize the extreme opposing activities existing in a single person but it is possible.
The last thing you want to realize is that you have presented a retiree with a gift which looks like work being brought home.
Know What They Still Need
Another thing to consider is to know what they really need. It may destroy the element of surprise in giving not just retirement but with any kind of gifts but it would be much more practical and economical. It would be economical in the sense that there wouldn’t be any money gone to waste by guying something that the retiree wouldn’t be able to use afterwards.
Another benefit of knowing the need of a retiree is to be able to properly complement the exact wishes of the recipient of your retirement gift. Also, if you really don’t want to spoil the element of surprise, you may ask a relative or a close colleague of his who knows his likes and needs. This way, you may get additional ideas on how to make such a retirement gift be a well placed gift.
Retirement gifts for machinists need not be mechanical or anything near sophisticated. It may be the most common of things or retain its complex characteristic which the machinist retiree has been accustomed to for many years. What ever the gift may be, the point on making a gift for machinists memorable and valuable is to make sure that it is something useful and meaningful.
Thursday, April 8, 2010
Planning a Guy's Retirement Party
A guy undergoing a retirement will most probably be seeking for some sort of adventure even after he has stepped down from the hustle and bustle of everyday work. It is most typically associated with the testosterone that flows through a man's system that put him in constant search for new things to conquer, and new ideas to explore. Fun gifts for a guy's retirement party must catch the interest of the retiree and inspires him to try out the new concept behind a gift's purpose.
Relive The Puberty Days
During high school days, boys (as they are not yet fully pledged men by then) had been engrossed in several things such as rock and roll, paintball or airsoft, and the like. We will leave out girls in this concept as most of these retires would already have a loving wife and kids to complete them.
Nevertheless, puberty days of these retirees have been lived out with much enthusiasm and energy that these fun days of the past will definitely be missed much unless someone brings back all those well remembered days. What better way to do this but to reintroduce them as a retirement gift? This time, a retiree will not have any trouble allocating time and effort to these activities since they have no more obligations with work to stop them from focusing on these leisure activities.
You may impart a gift such as an electric guitar for a retiree who has been engaged in a school band during his childhood, or maybe a good airsoft rifle to a retiree who has been an enthusiast of the said sport.
Boys Will Be Boys
Gifts for boys go even way beyond the puberty stage. This concerns a pastime of the retiree when he was still a kid. Now that he is already free to do what he wants without the unnecessary repercussions of clashing with work, he may already start with hobbies that speak of the inner boy's heart in him. Such gifts include collections of certain memorabilia, computer games and similar electronic gadgets, and more collections of things.
You may start him off by giving him a starter set of an interest he had during childhood such as figurines of collectible items like superheroes, even the comic books of his favorites, a computer gaming console to whet his boyish appetite for fun and relaxation, or perhaps remote controlled toys. As for the latter, you may step up the notch a bit for such remote controlled toys by upgrading the model into an airplane, helicopter, or a speedboat instead of the usual car models he had during childhood.
Toys For The Big Boys
As for those who don't want to regress back to the past, a retrograde concept would be another option. Though items in this category may be a little bit expensive, these are long lasting and would justify the rewards that the retiree should have acquired for spending time and effort throughout the years.
Toys for the big boys would be in the forms of vehicles and machineries such as garage crafting equipment, or the ever popular automobile and motorbikes. The macho image of a guy retiree would be manifested as he is presented with a motorbike. Nothing beats to having one of these babies clipped under the legs of a biker for that added tough guy look.
Furthermore, these toys for the big boys are just what these fellows need to augment and amplify their ever present testosterone flowing in them. Fun gifts for a guy's retirement party definitely would be fun if the gift sparks anything that would speak of their being a man and living up to it.
Relive The Puberty Days
During high school days, boys (as they are not yet fully pledged men by then) had been engrossed in several things such as rock and roll, paintball or airsoft, and the like. We will leave out girls in this concept as most of these retires would already have a loving wife and kids to complete them.
Nevertheless, puberty days of these retirees have been lived out with much enthusiasm and energy that these fun days of the past will definitely be missed much unless someone brings back all those well remembered days. What better way to do this but to reintroduce them as a retirement gift? This time, a retiree will not have any trouble allocating time and effort to these activities since they have no more obligations with work to stop them from focusing on these leisure activities.
You may impart a gift such as an electric guitar for a retiree who has been engaged in a school band during his childhood, or maybe a good airsoft rifle to a retiree who has been an enthusiast of the said sport.
Boys Will Be Boys
Gifts for boys go even way beyond the puberty stage. This concerns a pastime of the retiree when he was still a kid. Now that he is already free to do what he wants without the unnecessary repercussions of clashing with work, he may already start with hobbies that speak of the inner boy's heart in him. Such gifts include collections of certain memorabilia, computer games and similar electronic gadgets, and more collections of things.
You may start him off by giving him a starter set of an interest he had during childhood such as figurines of collectible items like superheroes, even the comic books of his favorites, a computer gaming console to whet his boyish appetite for fun and relaxation, or perhaps remote controlled toys. As for the latter, you may step up the notch a bit for such remote controlled toys by upgrading the model into an airplane, helicopter, or a speedboat instead of the usual car models he had during childhood.
Toys For The Big Boys
As for those who don't want to regress back to the past, a retrograde concept would be another option. Though items in this category may be a little bit expensive, these are long lasting and would justify the rewards that the retiree should have acquired for spending time and effort throughout the years.
Toys for the big boys would be in the forms of vehicles and machineries such as garage crafting equipment, or the ever popular automobile and motorbikes. The macho image of a guy retiree would be manifested as he is presented with a motorbike. Nothing beats to having one of these babies clipped under the legs of a biker for that added tough guy look.
Furthermore, these toys for the big boys are just what these fellows need to augment and amplify their ever present testosterone flowing in them. Fun gifts for a guy's retirement party definitely would be fun if the gift sparks anything that would speak of their being a man and living up to it.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
French Retirement Gifts
French Retirement Gifts are quite a unique way in spicing up any retirement gifts on any occasion. Especially those who are fond of anything that speaks of French or the like will definitely get a kick out of admiring and appreciating such a retirement gift.
French retirement gifts have this certain feel to it that makes anything with its influence a gift of appreciation and passion. It may be because of the nature and French culture which is also imbibed on anything related to it.
Say It With Love
What better way to show your appreciation than to show some love on your gifts? A French gift's theme of rich culture and heritage that gives French inspired gifts their unique identity surely will extend your affection and add up to just mere formalities of gift giving.
Some French Inspiration
There are several ways to identify and correctly impart a gift bearing a French inspiration. To start off, a good concept to consider is something that can be used in the home for the projected long hours of home stay after a retirement. In line with this, one of the most popularly associated French items is kitchenware. French cutlery in fine brass, silver, or gold is an excellent option to give especially to a retiree who is into a little bit of sophistication in lifestyle, in this particular case dining.
Another option to think about is French wines and similar liquor made and fermented in the lush green hills and vineyards of France. Any of the more distinguished wine brands from France boast the richness of their wines as they have been brewed for decades to perfection. Giving your retiree one of these surely will be like honoring him of his aging to near perfection in terms of work experience and being wise as similar to that of how wine from France is made.
For added pizzazz to the exquisite taste in wine, you may opt to add in several barwares to complement it. French crystal ware, especially that of champagne glasses, and the like is a welcome sight as it exudes a level of finesse and class in its category.
Another good addition of a retirement gift for home use is draperies. Curtains and other home clothing with French design is always a good taste to that that is into French home decorating. Giving a new twist in the ambience of a retiree's home by making it French or European at least in design is quite nice both for the owner of the house and gusts as well.
One of the most popular items associated with France and French design are jewelries. Elaborate designs in silverware as well as gold, fixed with a gem, and finalized with an inscription in French or custom words tops almost anything else.
Of course French retirement gifts are not limited to the items and things that can be acquired off the market. There is still the option of always giving something worth remembering for a very long time…a travel package and tour to France itself and enjoy the sights and wonders of Paris like the Eiffel tower, or the French Riviera, or even the Arc de Triomphe.
Let the love and friendship that is France be part of your French retirement gift plan to make your retiree's new life as a retiree memorable and also full of love.
French retirement gifts have this certain feel to it that makes anything with its influence a gift of appreciation and passion. It may be because of the nature and French culture which is also imbibed on anything related to it.
Say It With Love
What better way to show your appreciation than to show some love on your gifts? A French gift's theme of rich culture and heritage that gives French inspired gifts their unique identity surely will extend your affection and add up to just mere formalities of gift giving.
Some French Inspiration
There are several ways to identify and correctly impart a gift bearing a French inspiration. To start off, a good concept to consider is something that can be used in the home for the projected long hours of home stay after a retirement. In line with this, one of the most popularly associated French items is kitchenware. French cutlery in fine brass, silver, or gold is an excellent option to give especially to a retiree who is into a little bit of sophistication in lifestyle, in this particular case dining.
Another option to think about is French wines and similar liquor made and fermented in the lush green hills and vineyards of France. Any of the more distinguished wine brands from France boast the richness of their wines as they have been brewed for decades to perfection. Giving your retiree one of these surely will be like honoring him of his aging to near perfection in terms of work experience and being wise as similar to that of how wine from France is made.
For added pizzazz to the exquisite taste in wine, you may opt to add in several barwares to complement it. French crystal ware, especially that of champagne glasses, and the like is a welcome sight as it exudes a level of finesse and class in its category.
Another good addition of a retirement gift for home use is draperies. Curtains and other home clothing with French design is always a good taste to that that is into French home decorating. Giving a new twist in the ambience of a retiree's home by making it French or European at least in design is quite nice both for the owner of the house and gusts as well.
One of the most popular items associated with France and French design are jewelries. Elaborate designs in silverware as well as gold, fixed with a gem, and finalized with an inscription in French or custom words tops almost anything else.
Of course French retirement gifts are not limited to the items and things that can be acquired off the market. There is still the option of always giving something worth remembering for a very long time…a travel package and tour to France itself and enjoy the sights and wonders of Paris like the Eiffel tower, or the French Riviera, or even the Arc de Triomphe.
Let the love and friendship that is France be part of your French retirement gift plan to make your retiree's new life as a retiree memorable and also full of love.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Retirement Gifts For The Fisherman
Fishing may be considered to be both a career and a hobby. For those working in the fishing industry, the person could be the one managing such a fishing company, or be out there in the sea hauling the fish as bountiful harvests. For those just enjoying the thrill of fishing, the person could be a simple small-time fisherman by the lake, river, or perhaps a big-game enthusiast and goes out into the open sea to catch huge types such as Marlins or Swordfishes.
What ever the type of fishing endeavor a person engages in, retirement gifts for the fisherman at heart is one of the most rewarding and memorable gifts to be given.
Thinking about what to give to someone involved in fishing maybe harder to fish than real ones. However, here are some guidelines on what type of items could best fit as a good fisherman retirement gift.
For The Hobbyist
As mentioned, the fisherman who goes fishing as a hobby is not dedicated to fishing for work or career. The retiree in this context has another career and just fishes to relieve some of the work related stress, or pass time for leisure. The personal preferences of the retiree should be taken into consideration.
For the hobbyist who likes to fish for freshwater fishes, he would be more accustomed and affiliated with certain types of fish like freshwater trout, bass, and the like. His equipment would also be customized to suit freshwater fishing like a smaller rod, lighter grade for the string, accessories and much more.
A good way to know what to give a hobbyist fisherman on his retirement from work is to check what seems to be lacking in his equipment. It doesn’t hurt to take a quick peek at his fishing gear, research some off the internet for similar fishing equipment, and acquire it. A personal touch to add some engravings of the retiree's name on the gift should definitely add more pizzazz and value to a retirement gift. If you feel generous, a whole kit would even be a blast.
For The Career Man
The professional fisherman acquires fishes in a different manner. The fishing pole is not the primary utility of such a career man, but instead employs the use of large fishing nets and boats to reel in fishes by the bulk. Usually, a professional fisherman is doing his specialization in the middle of the sea wherein, such equipments and resources are both available.
Thinking of a nice retirement gift to a professional fisherman may be flexibly thought of as depending on the retiree's sentiments and preference. A good plan to get as a retirement gift would be fishing memorabilia like a personalized engraved cast model of the ship he has been riding in, or perhaps anything that would memorialize his spent years in providing the needed fish for everyone.
Another is to provide a quick deviation from the saltwater fishing towards a freshwater type of fishing. This new frontier in fishing would add some curiosity and interest for the retiring fisherman and try out personalized fishing in a freshwater environment. This variety in fishing is most probably going to add some excitement and zeal.
In this manner, a fishing pole and fishing kit would be the most logical and concrete retirement gift. Fisherman retirement gifts are given to maintain and keep the passion of fishing even after a retiree has lessened his load for fishing.
What ever the type of fishing endeavor a person engages in, retirement gifts for the fisherman at heart is one of the most rewarding and memorable gifts to be given.
Thinking about what to give to someone involved in fishing maybe harder to fish than real ones. However, here are some guidelines on what type of items could best fit as a good fisherman retirement gift.
For The Hobbyist
As mentioned, the fisherman who goes fishing as a hobby is not dedicated to fishing for work or career. The retiree in this context has another career and just fishes to relieve some of the work related stress, or pass time for leisure. The personal preferences of the retiree should be taken into consideration.
For the hobbyist who likes to fish for freshwater fishes, he would be more accustomed and affiliated with certain types of fish like freshwater trout, bass, and the like. His equipment would also be customized to suit freshwater fishing like a smaller rod, lighter grade for the string, accessories and much more.
A good way to know what to give a hobbyist fisherman on his retirement from work is to check what seems to be lacking in his equipment. It doesn’t hurt to take a quick peek at his fishing gear, research some off the internet for similar fishing equipment, and acquire it. A personal touch to add some engravings of the retiree's name on the gift should definitely add more pizzazz and value to a retirement gift. If you feel generous, a whole kit would even be a blast.
For The Career Man
The professional fisherman acquires fishes in a different manner. The fishing pole is not the primary utility of such a career man, but instead employs the use of large fishing nets and boats to reel in fishes by the bulk. Usually, a professional fisherman is doing his specialization in the middle of the sea wherein, such equipments and resources are both available.
Thinking of a nice retirement gift to a professional fisherman may be flexibly thought of as depending on the retiree's sentiments and preference. A good plan to get as a retirement gift would be fishing memorabilia like a personalized engraved cast model of the ship he has been riding in, or perhaps anything that would memorialize his spent years in providing the needed fish for everyone.
Another is to provide a quick deviation from the saltwater fishing towards a freshwater type of fishing. This new frontier in fishing would add some curiosity and interest for the retiring fisherman and try out personalized fishing in a freshwater environment. This variety in fishing is most probably going to add some excitement and zeal.
In this manner, a fishing pole and fishing kit would be the most logical and concrete retirement gift. Fisherman retirement gifts are given to maintain and keep the passion of fishing even after a retiree has lessened his load for fishing.
Monday, April 5, 2010
Retirement Gifts For Him
Unlike women, who prefer lifetime membership at spas or having a ticket in a trip across the world, men simply have different tastes when it comes to retirement gifts. Unlike the opposite sex, who wants to be pampered and to be bathed by luxury, men simply want something that affirms their virility.
They want nothing more than to be a young and energetic young man again, where they can play sports all day and eat anything they want without thinking of the health risks associated with it. So to speak, a good retirement gift must make them almost relive those moments.
Tips
When it comes to sports, nothing says “still playable by old people” other than the century-old sport, golf. So gifts like personalized golf sets (if he’s left handed, give a customized golf set for left-handed men), monogrammed golf balls and gloves are perfect gifts not only to encourage him to be active once again, it also helps when it contributes to his declining health.
If golf sets are a tad too expensive, you may opt for squash or tennis racquets along with customized polo shirts with the family logo (if they have one). What is important is that you rekindle the sports loving gent inside of him. These kind of gifts always work—has anyone heard of a man who doesn’t watch ESPN or isn’t addicted to Monday night Football or Friday night Basketball?
A good alternative to sports-related gifts are expensive alcohol. The brands don’t have to be too extravagant. A huge bottle of J&B or the commonplace Blue Label Johnnie Walker may suffice. It is always good to let him remember the good old times in the bar where he and his friends can do no better than drink the night away. But giving these kinds of gifts doesn’t mean you’re promoting that again, most men have a wine or alcohol collection stored away in a cabinet, or for the true aficionado, cabinets.
Or it could be as simple as planning a retirement/”bachelor” party for him, where he could simply have a good time with friends, chatting and drinking the night away and enjoying their other company at the gentlemen’s club.
No matter what your gift may be, make sure that is true to the fact that it’ll make the retiree feel as young as possible.
Alternatives
With these general guidelines, it doesn’t necessarily mean that one should forsake personalized gifts. One should always take into account the personality and interests of the retiree. If he loves to read about current events and blogs about it in the internet, then probably a lifetime subscription to The Economist or The Wall Street Journal will be a perfect fit for him. One mustn’t forget that very important and universal rule: suit the gift to his tastes.
Conclusion
Making retirees forget about everything about their age and the limitations that come with it must the premise behind your gift-giving decisions to these retirees. Once you find the perfect blend wherein you mix sports, leisure and fun, then rest assured that you have found the best gift possible for him.
If that cannot be achieved, then simply follow a rule that has stood the test of time: discover his interest, and give a gift related to that. In the end, it’s all about knowing what the person wants and giving it to him.
They want nothing more than to be a young and energetic young man again, where they can play sports all day and eat anything they want without thinking of the health risks associated with it. So to speak, a good retirement gift must make them almost relive those moments.
Tips
When it comes to sports, nothing says “still playable by old people” other than the century-old sport, golf. So gifts like personalized golf sets (if he’s left handed, give a customized golf set for left-handed men), monogrammed golf balls and gloves are perfect gifts not only to encourage him to be active once again, it also helps when it contributes to his declining health.
If golf sets are a tad too expensive, you may opt for squash or tennis racquets along with customized polo shirts with the family logo (if they have one). What is important is that you rekindle the sports loving gent inside of him. These kind of gifts always work—has anyone heard of a man who doesn’t watch ESPN or isn’t addicted to Monday night Football or Friday night Basketball?
A good alternative to sports-related gifts are expensive alcohol. The brands don’t have to be too extravagant. A huge bottle of J&B or the commonplace Blue Label Johnnie Walker may suffice. It is always good to let him remember the good old times in the bar where he and his friends can do no better than drink the night away. But giving these kinds of gifts doesn’t mean you’re promoting that again, most men have a wine or alcohol collection stored away in a cabinet, or for the true aficionado, cabinets.
Or it could be as simple as planning a retirement/”bachelor” party for him, where he could simply have a good time with friends, chatting and drinking the night away and enjoying their other company at the gentlemen’s club.
No matter what your gift may be, make sure that is true to the fact that it’ll make the retiree feel as young as possible.
Alternatives
With these general guidelines, it doesn’t necessarily mean that one should forsake personalized gifts. One should always take into account the personality and interests of the retiree. If he loves to read about current events and blogs about it in the internet, then probably a lifetime subscription to The Economist or The Wall Street Journal will be a perfect fit for him. One mustn’t forget that very important and universal rule: suit the gift to his tastes.
Conclusion
Making retirees forget about everything about their age and the limitations that come with it must the premise behind your gift-giving decisions to these retirees. Once you find the perfect blend wherein you mix sports, leisure and fun, then rest assured that you have found the best gift possible for him.
If that cannot be achieved, then simply follow a rule that has stood the test of time: discover his interest, and give a gift related to that. In the end, it’s all about knowing what the person wants and giving it to him.
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Finding The Perfect Retirement Gift
Every working man and woman loves to discuss with friends what they will do after they retire. Climb the Swiss Alps, go in an African Safari or hit that perfect stroke in the fairway. The list is endless, and it depends with each person.
But when they finally do hit retirement, a bittersweet feeling rather than an excited one will prevail. One may find the feeling of freedom in expense of a family in work that you have shared both sweet and tough times together. Questions will pop up if too much freedom is actually harmful, and if their old partners and coworkers would even talk to them again.
It is important that one gives an exceptional retirement gift to help them cope up with a new stage in life, which should be welcomed with open arms rather than doubt. A keepsake that helps the retiree remember what he/she has stood for or loved for the past three decades.
Steps
A crucial first step in finding the perfect retirement gift is to recognize what their personality traits and interests are. Finding out what ticks off or pleases the retiree is important as much as focusing on their interests.
For example, a person who loves hockey and relishes on eating desserts may be given a simple chiffon cake with icing that forms a hockey stick and puck. So to speak, it is best that when choosing a gift, ideas should be formed from a blend that represents the retiree’s persona and likes.
Second is that one should watch their budget. Finding a gift that is expensive isn’t necessary. For the childish retiree, something as simple as a Mickey Mouse watch will suffice; it also helps form smiles and laughter across the room. Videos that highlight a retiree’s favorite sports player in his/her most important moment, where the player either hits the game-winning shot in a basketball game or an unbelievable shot in the Masters is also a non-expensive and wonderful gift for the retiree.
For acquaintances in the company, an autograph book can be done. Each worker will put his/her signature with a heartfelt message or testimonial can help the retiree get some closure. If one day, the retiree is beginning to miss his/her job. He/she can skim through the autograph book and remember everything about in a few minutes.
Third, if one has pockets deep enough, fun and lighthearted pranks can be made. Funny retirement gags like a plaque commemorating the retirement, with inscriptions similar to the ones we see on buildings which speak about the “retiree’s inauguration”. One may even sprinkle holy water on the retiree for added affect. It is a general rule that anyone remembers a funny gag more than a thoughtful item, so pull one off in the party if you can.
Conclusion
Magazine subscriptions, funny pranks and personalized gifts are integral in giving the most meaningful retirement present. A little research (and maybe some stalking, haha) can help one find a gift that suits the retiree. If one can’t think of anything, but does know that the retiree loves a good laugh, go ahead and make up gags or create items like a stone slab, pretending to think that the retiree is dead or a purple wig to hide the balding head.
Whatever one can think of, make sure that it is something that the retiree will appreciate and remember for years to come.
But when they finally do hit retirement, a bittersweet feeling rather than an excited one will prevail. One may find the feeling of freedom in expense of a family in work that you have shared both sweet and tough times together. Questions will pop up if too much freedom is actually harmful, and if their old partners and coworkers would even talk to them again.
It is important that one gives an exceptional retirement gift to help them cope up with a new stage in life, which should be welcomed with open arms rather than doubt. A keepsake that helps the retiree remember what he/she has stood for or loved for the past three decades.
Steps
A crucial first step in finding the perfect retirement gift is to recognize what their personality traits and interests are. Finding out what ticks off or pleases the retiree is important as much as focusing on their interests.
For example, a person who loves hockey and relishes on eating desserts may be given a simple chiffon cake with icing that forms a hockey stick and puck. So to speak, it is best that when choosing a gift, ideas should be formed from a blend that represents the retiree’s persona and likes.
Second is that one should watch their budget. Finding a gift that is expensive isn’t necessary. For the childish retiree, something as simple as a Mickey Mouse watch will suffice; it also helps form smiles and laughter across the room. Videos that highlight a retiree’s favorite sports player in his/her most important moment, where the player either hits the game-winning shot in a basketball game or an unbelievable shot in the Masters is also a non-expensive and wonderful gift for the retiree.
For acquaintances in the company, an autograph book can be done. Each worker will put his/her signature with a heartfelt message or testimonial can help the retiree get some closure. If one day, the retiree is beginning to miss his/her job. He/she can skim through the autograph book and remember everything about in a few minutes.
Third, if one has pockets deep enough, fun and lighthearted pranks can be made. Funny retirement gags like a plaque commemorating the retirement, with inscriptions similar to the ones we see on buildings which speak about the “retiree’s inauguration”. One may even sprinkle holy water on the retiree for added affect. It is a general rule that anyone remembers a funny gag more than a thoughtful item, so pull one off in the party if you can.
Conclusion
Magazine subscriptions, funny pranks and personalized gifts are integral in giving the most meaningful retirement present. A little research (and maybe some stalking, haha) can help one find a gift that suits the retiree. If one can’t think of anything, but does know that the retiree loves a good laugh, go ahead and make up gags or create items like a stone slab, pretending to think that the retiree is dead or a purple wig to hide the balding head.
Whatever one can think of, make sure that it is something that the retiree will appreciate and remember for years to come.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Retirement Gifts For Your Boss
Boss retirement gifts are quite hard to come by because of several reasons: one is that there are not much bosses going around retiring (as compared to regular employees who amount to a lot), two is that a boss would most probably retire at a much later date because of the higher position and responsible laden job they have, and finally, because you have already retired way before your boss have (and got yourself a good retirement gift at that).
Still, if you are fortunate enough to experience a retirement event of a top dog of your company, be quite honored to witness such a rare occasion, and be quite anxious because of the relatively big pressure bestowed upon you and your colleagues.
To Thank
The most common reason why you would be presenting your boss a retirement gift is to thank him for the opportunity of working with him. In addition to this, thanking him for the different work policies which you have benefited from, the ups and downs of working with him and generally the whole working experience which made you exist today is a good thing to consider.
Normally, what can be done as part of the retirement gift for your boss is to have your company organize something big and grand like a party to commemorate your boss' achievements throughout his career. This is a good way to start the retirement proceedings as it would boost the morale of the outgoing boss and also uplifts and instills a festive mood for others not because of the retirement itself but because there is a party itself which everyone is enjoying.
Go Get Some Brownie Points
The reason why you are going to get your boss something for his retirement is not necessarily to suck up and hope to rub elbows with him to serve as a step on the corporate ladder. For one, your boss is already going to retire and that notion does not have any effect or bearing anymore on your current working position.
Though the topic is stated as getting on the good side of your boss, it is just to show him your good natured disposition that you have indeed experienced a fulfilling working environment while you were serving under him.
Also considering the idea of his influence of putting in a good word about you to those top dogs still operating your company, you may have a better shot if time calls for an opening in a higher position. Call it politics, but it is different in a way that you just want put a little reminder in the memory of those in the higher corporate hierarchy to remember your name.
Still, no amount of sucking up would justify a shot at a higher position. The actual performance and evaluation in work still serves as a basis for your possible promotion. Therefore, you got to be ready with a good and impressive record as well.
Need Not Be Extravagant
Boss retirement gifts need not be extravagant as to go out of your way and sacrifice what resources you may have just to impress your boss. As mentioned earlier, it may be a simple but well organized farewell party, complete with all the formalities and commemorative elements to further honor his participation in the company's existence.
After all, your primary objective in giving a retirement gift is to show some appreciation anyway.
Still, if you are fortunate enough to experience a retirement event of a top dog of your company, be quite honored to witness such a rare occasion, and be quite anxious because of the relatively big pressure bestowed upon you and your colleagues.
To Thank
The most common reason why you would be presenting your boss a retirement gift is to thank him for the opportunity of working with him. In addition to this, thanking him for the different work policies which you have benefited from, the ups and downs of working with him and generally the whole working experience which made you exist today is a good thing to consider.
Normally, what can be done as part of the retirement gift for your boss is to have your company organize something big and grand like a party to commemorate your boss' achievements throughout his career. This is a good way to start the retirement proceedings as it would boost the morale of the outgoing boss and also uplifts and instills a festive mood for others not because of the retirement itself but because there is a party itself which everyone is enjoying.
Go Get Some Brownie Points
The reason why you are going to get your boss something for his retirement is not necessarily to suck up and hope to rub elbows with him to serve as a step on the corporate ladder. For one, your boss is already going to retire and that notion does not have any effect or bearing anymore on your current working position.
Though the topic is stated as getting on the good side of your boss, it is just to show him your good natured disposition that you have indeed experienced a fulfilling working environment while you were serving under him.
Also considering the idea of his influence of putting in a good word about you to those top dogs still operating your company, you may have a better shot if time calls for an opening in a higher position. Call it politics, but it is different in a way that you just want put a little reminder in the memory of those in the higher corporate hierarchy to remember your name.
Still, no amount of sucking up would justify a shot at a higher position. The actual performance and evaluation in work still serves as a basis for your possible promotion. Therefore, you got to be ready with a good and impressive record as well.
Need Not Be Extravagant
Boss retirement gifts need not be extravagant as to go out of your way and sacrifice what resources you may have just to impress your boss. As mentioned earlier, it may be a simple but well organized farewell party, complete with all the formalities and commemorative elements to further honor his participation in the company's existence.
After all, your primary objective in giving a retirement gift is to show some appreciation anyway.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Retirement Gifts For a Police Officer
Retirements gifts for a police officer may more difficult to plan than you think. Well, first of all, the police officer has already taken pride in his field of work, being recognized as an upholder of the law, engaging in apprehending the troublemakers, and having a fair share of action if they get really lucky (or unfortunately perhaps).
For a police officer who is about to formally end his active duty and leave the force, there is no better way to make the retiree proud by giving him recognition and acknowledgement for his loyalty and service. Furthermore, letting everyone else know of his significant participation in keeping the society safe is the icing on top of any retirement gifts that may be given to him. As for the itemized part of such a retirement gift for a police officer, there are several ideas which may help one out in planning for a surprise.
A Service Firearm Beyond Duty
Usually the safest bet to think about as a retirement gift would have to be anything that is near or related to what he had in his environment during active service. One such item would have to be a service firearm. Definitely, the old service pistol or rifle that was issued to the retiree police officer would have to be surrendered back to the precinct along with the badge and other police things.
Most probably, the retiree will be missing his service pistol and might want to have something as close to his heart beyond active duty. Make sure that the retiree has a permit to have a firearm in possession, which most likely is already acquired. In relation to this, a good box of bullets would be an added plus to a retirement gift. It would definitely be better if the bullets would be customized as to having the officer's name engraved on each bullet. Now, wouldn't that be lovely and radical?
If the retiring officer has a privately owned firearm, a good way to add up to the arsenal would be a holster, in full leather, and with some minor customization to it such as a personal tag for identification, or slips for extra bullets for reloading as well.
On The Lighter Side
For added fun or gag, one could give a gift with a twist. Instead of the usual real-deal firearm, one may give him a personalized airsoft gun or rifle and full battle gear. This would allow the retiree officer to have some fun and enjoyment engaging in non-lethal gunfights with other enthusiasts of airsoft.
Furthermore, the retiree officer would be able to have a knack and feel on letting loose a good barrage of pellets as bullets without having to worry much about the safety and lives of those who he plays with. He may casually just fire upon the "enemies" and get shot as well but without the blood and casualties which usually accompany these types of engagements had these been in the real setting.
Retirement gifts for a police officer may allow him to continue his passion of bearing the power and authority beyond his active duty, that without much complications of encountering bad elements in the society as a career. Remember, guns were the way to his heart for joining the force, let him continue enjoying them even afterwards.
For a police officer who is about to formally end his active duty and leave the force, there is no better way to make the retiree proud by giving him recognition and acknowledgement for his loyalty and service. Furthermore, letting everyone else know of his significant participation in keeping the society safe is the icing on top of any retirement gifts that may be given to him. As for the itemized part of such a retirement gift for a police officer, there are several ideas which may help one out in planning for a surprise.
A Service Firearm Beyond Duty
Usually the safest bet to think about as a retirement gift would have to be anything that is near or related to what he had in his environment during active service. One such item would have to be a service firearm. Definitely, the old service pistol or rifle that was issued to the retiree police officer would have to be surrendered back to the precinct along with the badge and other police things.
Most probably, the retiree will be missing his service pistol and might want to have something as close to his heart beyond active duty. Make sure that the retiree has a permit to have a firearm in possession, which most likely is already acquired. In relation to this, a good box of bullets would be an added plus to a retirement gift. It would definitely be better if the bullets would be customized as to having the officer's name engraved on each bullet. Now, wouldn't that be lovely and radical?
If the retiring officer has a privately owned firearm, a good way to add up to the arsenal would be a holster, in full leather, and with some minor customization to it such as a personal tag for identification, or slips for extra bullets for reloading as well.
On The Lighter Side
For added fun or gag, one could give a gift with a twist. Instead of the usual real-deal firearm, one may give him a personalized airsoft gun or rifle and full battle gear. This would allow the retiree officer to have some fun and enjoyment engaging in non-lethal gunfights with other enthusiasts of airsoft.
Furthermore, the retiree officer would be able to have a knack and feel on letting loose a good barrage of pellets as bullets without having to worry much about the safety and lives of those who he plays with. He may casually just fire upon the "enemies" and get shot as well but without the blood and casualties which usually accompany these types of engagements had these been in the real setting.
Retirement gifts for a police officer may allow him to continue his passion of bearing the power and authority beyond his active duty, that without much complications of encountering bad elements in the society as a career. Remember, guns were the way to his heart for joining the force, let him continue enjoying them even afterwards.
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