Everyone knows that folks who have a birthday anywhere near Christmas can get shortchanged. Let the special people in your life know you remember their special day with a bouquet of flowers. While there's something special about getting flowers at any time, they're even more welcome during the dreary winter months. You'll find a range of prices so you can pick the perfect posies for your best friend, beloved aunt, or favorite niece.

It seems like everyone is cutting back now, even those who have made it past the first (or third) round of layoffs. For us, one of the first things we cut back on was dining out, but we found we were missing more than a delicious meal by foregoing this "luxury." Don't forego time spent with friends relaxing -- pick up the Brinkmann Gourmet Charcoal Smoker/Grill and turn your backyard in this spring's... more

Get your mind out of the gutter when you play Dirty Minds: The Game of Naughty Clues. The trick here is that the clues, though seemingly dirty, all have answers that are perfectly innocent. Getting there may be hard for some of your friends, but it is funny to see them try. This is a perfect game for some close friends (only those who won't be offended by their own dirty minds!), shared bottles... more

This ranks as one of the top gifts we got this year, and it has single-handedly re-introduced breakfast to our weekends. The Nordic Ware Belgian Waffle Maker cranks out delicious waffles that put those frozen things to shame. It makes four, which is enough for two to four, depending on how hungry you are. Sprinkled with a bit of real maple syrup and served with fresh blueberries and it's a meal that makes up... more

If your (annual) resolution to get in shape is already flagging, check out these Speedo swimsuits. No, we're not trying to make you feel guilty. While these suits are very stylish, they're also perfect for a nice workout in the water. And, come on, have you ever seen a fat professional swimmer? No, because swimming burns up calories like crazy. Chances are, there's a year-round swimming pool nearby and you can luxuriate in the... more