Deluxe Red Velvet Roses

Roses are Red,
Violets are Blue,
Sugar is Sweet,
And so are You!

Valentine Flowers!  One would be remiss not to mention the ultimate gift for Valentines Day, flowers.  Whether you are looking for that someone special or for a friend or family member, flowers are one of the simplest ways to say “I love you” or “I care for you.”

Flowers are a perfect gesture for any occasion, but it seems that Valentines Day is that perfect occasion to buy them.  Many a times I have been in line at the florist on Valentines to purchase the gift of love for my honey.  Me and a million other guys!  Looking to get the perfect rose or better yet the perfect dozen.  You’ve got red, yellow, white, pink, orange and they even have a rose that is red and white (Perfect!).  There’s long stem.  There’s multiple assortments to pick from.  Some come with chocolates, some come with stuffed animals.  No matter what, flowers are hands down the most popular gift at Valentines.

If you are at a loss at what to get your loved one this Valentines Day, why not start with some flowers.  Of course, roses are the most popular ones for saying “I love you”, but there are many other types that can bring a smile to that someone special.  If you are looking at roses, here are the meanings behind some of the colors:

Rose

• Red
  • Love
• White
  • Eternal love
  • Innocence
• Pink
  • Perfect happiness
• Yellow
  • Friendship
• Red & White
  • Unity

These are just some ideas to get you started.  Visit your favorite florist today and see what they might have to offer.  It seems like the list is endless.

HINT: Men, now that we have the internet, buying flowers for that special someone is easier than ever!  Buy Valentine flowers online and have them delivered to your sweetheart.  I guarantee that you will bring a smile to her face when the flowers are delivered to her at work or home.  Just my 2 cents.

HAPPY VALENTINES DAY!!!

Check out the Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Women in 2009. This is the perfect list for those who are looking for great gift ideas on any budget.  We’ve done the research for you, now you just have to make the right choice.

Men, now is your chance to shine.  We all know that men can be procrastinators when it comes to shopping for that special lady in their life (or anyone for that matter).  How do I know that?  I am one.  Just check out the malls 5 days before Christmas and you will see what I mean.

So guys, plan ahead, save time and enjoy more time with friends and family this Christmas. If you are looking for that perfect gift for the woman in your life, then here are 10 of the hottest gift ideas for women in 2009.

1. Amazon Kindle Wireless Reader
One of the hottest gifts this Christmas is Amazon’s Kindle. These wireless readers are great for those who love to read. Now you can have all your books in digital format and ready to read at the touch of a button. With thousands of books ready to be uploaded to her Kindle, this is the perfect gift for that special lady in your life.

2. Ugg Boots
Ugg boots have been around forever, but it seems that there is a new found interest in them this Christmas. Consistently these have been a hot seller. Just like bell bottom pants, things travel in cycles and Ugg Boots are no different. With many different types and colors this is a great gift for any woman. I have to say, that I have seen these a ton lately on women and teen girls. So they are obviously a hot item.

3. Perfumes
The perfect gift for any woman during the holidays is a bottle of perfume. Perfume has always been a hot seller. The only thing that changes from year to year is the fragrance. Here are 5 of the hottest fragrances this Christmas:

Light Blue by Dolce & Gabbana

Lovely by Sarah Jessica Parker

Burberry by Burberry

Beautiful by Estee Lauder

Euphoria by Calvin Klein

4. Nintendo Wii Console With Wii Fit Bundle
It seems that everywhere you turn these days the Wii is the hottest gaming system going. Now with the WiiFit, women everywhere are falling in love with this system for the perfect home workout. And why not, it is interactive and gets the whole family involved. No more boring workouts! Even Biggest Loser has jumped on board and you can now work out with Bob and Jillian.

5. Keurig B60 Special Edition Gourmet Single-cup Home Brewing System
Gone are the days of having to brew a whole pot of coffee just so you can have one cup. These single-cup home brewing systems are hot! I know many women who own one of these systems and absolutely love them. Now you can brew a cup of coffee in just a couple minutes. Not only that, but you can choose from lots of different flavors, including hot chocolate. Definitely a hot gift for that special someone who loves waking up to a hot cup of coffee.

6. KitchenAid Mixer
The KitchenAid Mixer has been a hot gift item for years and this year is no different. If you know someone who loves to cook, then this is definitely the gift for them. That is if they don’t already have one. My wife uses hers religiously, thus the reason we upgraded to the professional model 2 years ago. With the flexibility and the multiple uses this machine provides, it is one that I can say is a must for every kitchen. Definitely a hot holiday gift for women!

7. Jewelry
Just like perfume, Jewelry is a hot gift for every occasion. What woman doesn’t like a nice diamond ring? Like the ads I hear on the radio all the time say, “Diamonds are a girl’s best friend.” So if you want to take the safe route for your holiday shopping this year, then Jewelry is a great bet for any woman.

8. Candles
Every woman loves a great scented candle. Whether at home or the office you can be assured that there is probably a candle nearby. With so many different scents to choose from, candles can be used for any occasion and are the perfect gift for any woman. Plus, you have to check out the candle warmers. These things are great!

9. CD’s
What woman doesn’t like a good CD, whether it be the smooth sound of Michael Buble or the hot sound of Carrie Underwood? Here are 3 of the top CD’s this Christmas that she is sure to love.

Crazy Love by Michael Buble

I Dreamed A Dream by Susan Boyle

Play On by Carrie Underwood

10. Purses
Accessorize, accessorize, accessorize! That is what every woman loves and the purse is the perfect accessory to any woman’s collection. They come in all shapes, sizes and colors and compliment the woman who owns them. It shows her personality and who she is as a woman. This is why the purse is a hot gift every year. Now the question is, do you feel you can pick out that perfect purse? Best of luck!

We hope that this list of Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Women has given you some great ideas for that special someone this Christmas.  As always, if you have any great gift ideas to share, we would love to hear them.  You can leave us a comment below.

Wishing you and your family a Very Merry Christmas,

P.S.  Also check out our Top 10 Christmas Gifts For Men in 2009.

Many say the way to a man’s heart is through food.  Well, there is a lot of truth to that, but as simple as that is, gift shopping for a man can be just as simple.  We aren’t that hard to shop for.  If you can crank it up, blow it up, start it up or turn it on then you are probably safe to buy it for us.

Ok, so that might be a little vague, but we really are pretty simple to shop for if you think about it.  Below we have compiled a list of the 10 hottest Christmas gifts for men in 2009.

1. Samsung PN50B650 50 Inch 1080p Plasma HDTV

   What man doesn’t like a big TV? This new flat panel TV from Samsung promises to deliver exceptional quality and a picture that will leave your man in awe. From Sunday afternoon football games to action packed movies this TV has the features to get any man’s heart pounding.

2. Garmin nuvi 255W 4.3 inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator

   Well, they say that a man never asks for directions. So why not buy him the top selling Garmin Portable GPS Navigator? Then he really won’t have any excuses next time he gets lost. This is the perfect gift for the guy who loves gadgets.

3. iPod Nano 8 GB

   Gone are the days of the clunky walkmans. The Apple iPod Nano is the perfect fit for any man on the go. Now with video and the ability to record video, the iPod Nano is a great choice for the man that wants his music and his video at his finger tips. Definitely a hot gift item this Christmas.

4. ASUS Eee PC Seashell 1005HA-PU17-BK 10.1-Inch Black Netbook

   The netbook is quickly becoming one of the hottest selling computers on the market. Why? Simple, its mobility! For the man on the go, this is the perfect gift. Plus, the price is right!

   
   

5. Bose SoundDock Series II

   Blend the beautiful sound of Bose technology with the functionality of your iPod and what do you get? The Bose SoundDock! Touted to be one of the best iPod docking stations on the market, the Bose SoundDock is sure to please any man this Christmas.

6. Garmin Forerunner 305 GPS Receiver with Heart Rate Monitor

   The perfect gadget for any man this Christmas. Great for running, biking and keeping track of his heart rate. Now he can tell just how far he has gone when running or biking. Great for creating the perfect workout!

   
   

7. Flip Ultra HD Camcorder

   This pocket sized camcorder is one of the hottest selling gifts for guys this Christmas. Its compact size, ease of use and high-def capabilities make it perfect for any outing. He can quickly capture his next hunting or fishing trip to share with his buddies with ease.

   
   

8. Makita LCT300W 18-Volt Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless 3-Piece Combo Kit

   What man doesn’t like power tools? With 18 volts of pure cordless power, this 3 piece Makita drill set with flash light is perfect for around the house jobs or for the professional. Definitely a hot gift this holiday season!

   
   

9. Sony BDP-S360 1080p Blu-ray Disc Player

   Once he has the Samsung HDTV mentioned above, the next thing he will need to enhance the system is this Sony Blu-ray player. Not only will he have the big TV, but now he will be able to watch his movies in High-def. Bringing his movies to life with breath taking views.

10. Weber Charcoal Grill One Touch Gold 26.75 inch

    There is nothing better than a great BBQ on a Sunday afternoon. To make that happen a guy needs the perfect grill. Weber Charcoal Grills are the answer. The Weber Charcoal Grill has been a top seller for years and this holiday season is no different.

There you have it!  The top 10 Christmas gifts for men in 2009.  If you are still looking for more great gift ideas, then sign-up for our Hot Gift Updates (at the top right of this page) and follow us as we bring you the hottest gifts of the year for every occasion.  We would also like to invite you to stay for a while and check out all the great gift ideas that we have already shared.

We would love to hear your feedback and comments.  You can submit them in the comment box below.

Merry Christmas!

P.S.  Also check out our Top 10 Christmas Gifts for Women in 2009!

RipStik Caster Board

Move over skateboards, hello RipStik Caster Board.  These look awesome!  Where were these when I was a kid?

Remember way back when, when the skateboards of old were a piece of wood set upon four steel caster wheels.  Well, things have come a long way since then.

The RipStik is considered the perfect combination of surfing and snowboarding, but on two wheels.  It looks a lot like a skate board in function, but with the way it is built you can propel yourself with it and have the same feel as if you were surfing or snowboarding on land.

The RipStik Caster Board has been around for a little while, but it is quickly gaining steam and is one of the hot Christmas gifts for 2009.  If you are looking for a great gift for the person in your life who likes skateboarding, surfing or snowboarding, then I would highly recommend that you check out the RipStik.

Check out the video below to see the RipStik in action!

From humble beginnings, Susan Boyle left the world speechless as she took the stage of Britain’s Got Talent in 2009 and sang “I Dreamed A Dream.”  When she took the stage, everyone was laughing and thought she was another flop.  Boy were we all wrong!  This lady left us all speechless.  To this day when I watch the YouTube video of her performance, I am left with chills and speechless.  She is a true gem that arose from the rough.

You can’t help but fall in love with this woman and her voice.  Dreams still do come true and Susan Boyle is proof of that.  If you don’t believe me, just look at the number of hits the above YouTube video has had.  Over 74 million hits and counting.  Unbelievable!

Released this past Monday, November 23rd, 2009, “I Dreamed A Dream” Susan Boyle has become one of the fastest selling CD’s of all time.  So without a doubt this is one of the hottest selling CD’s this Christmas.  I give this CD the HOT GIFTS rating of 5 out of 5 stars.  The perfect gift this Christmas.

So, does this game really live up to all the hype that has been out there?  Here is what my nephew had to say about it, “It is awesome!”  He purchased this game not long ago and stayed up most of the night playing through all the songs.  He loves The Beatles and The Beatles Rock Band was the perfect fit for him.

Anymore, it seems like everyone has the Rock Band video games.  I know families who play this for their weekly entertainment.  The whole family gathers around the TV, each with their own instrument ready to rock out.  What better way to bring the family together for a good time than playing together as a band.

Ah, can you hear it?  All I can imagine is the Brady Bunch and the Partridge Family.  Now I am dating myself.  The Beatles Rock Band video game is one of the hottest games going this Christmas.  If you know someone who loves playing either the Wii, Playstation3 or Xbox 360, then I guarantee you will want to check this game out.

Check out the video below for a great review!

This was the hottest selling book before it even hit the book stands.  For the conservatives at heart out there, this will be the perfect Christmas gift this year.

Former Governor of Alaska, Sarah Palin burst onto America’s radar last year when she was selected to be John McCain’s Vice Presidential running mate.  She has gone from obscurity to a household name today.

I had the awesome opportunity to hear her speak last year when she was running for Vice President.  I was very impressed with what I saw and heard.  She has a way of capturing an audience and moving them to action.  In Going Rogue An American Life you will have the opportunity to learn who Sarah Palin is, first hand.  Her values, her faith, her family and for the first time she opens up about the 2008 Presidential race.  I have no doubt that this book will be a huge seller this Christmas.

This is, without a doubt, going to be the hottest selling book this Christmas.  So, if you are looking for a great gift idea for the reader in your life, then Sarah Palin, Going Rogue An American Life might just be the perfect answer.

Nintendo Wii Console With Wii Fit Bundle

What a perfect marriage!  The Nintendo Wii Console with Wii Fit Bundle.  Now you can get the best of both worlds together.  That is if you like to work out.

The Wii has become one of the hottest selling game consoles on the market.  Why?  Because of it’s interactive use.  Now instead of just pushing buttons like the games of old, you now get to actually interact with the games.  The sports packages are extremely popular on this system.

I can’t tell you how many times I have come home from work to find my kids not home.  Where are they?  Next door at the neighbors playing the Wii.  From bowling to baseball and everything in between.  They love to play these.  I know my oldest son, who loves golf, loves playing golf games on the Wii.  I am amazed at how long these games captivate them.  Plus, the best thing of all is they can play against each other.

Well, now you can buy the the game console with the Wii Fit all bundled together.  The Wii Fit is quickly becoming one of the best home workouts around.  You can now interact with your workout and see results.  You are able to set goals, track results, see your Wii Fit age and so much more.

If you are ready to have some fun and bring new life to your daily workout, then the Nintendo Wii Console With Wii Fit Bundle is definitely the way to go.

I can tell you this is one of the hottest items of the year.  Even my mother, who hates video games, went out the other day and bought this bundle.  Not for the games of course, but for the workout.  But I can almost guarantee you that if I were to sneak over to my parents house that I just might catch them doing a little tennis or bowling on the Wii.  Even my parents have caught on to the Wii revolution!  Now you can too.  Enjoy!

We would love to hear your feedback on this bundle, please comment below.

LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT 2.0

Do you remember as a kid playing with LEGOs®?  Boy have times changed.  Check out the new LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT 2.0.  These things look awesome!

Do you have a child, or maybe you for that matter, that is creative and loves electronics and building?  This just might be the best gift of the year then.  This robotic building system comes with some of the coolest features yet in the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® series.

The NXT is an intelligent computer controlled LEGO® brick and the brain of the MINDSTORMS® robot.  With its servo motors and sensors this robot is perfect for that techie in your life.

No longer is the LEGO® name just affiliated with building blocks.  If you are looking for some kind of electronic toy that takes some time and thought to put together then the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT 2.0 is for you.  This is one of the hottest gifts going this Christmas.

Amazon Kindle Wireless Readers

The Amazon Kindle Wireless Readers are all the talk this year.  Now you can download books to your own wireless reader and read on the go.  No longer do you have to carry piles of books with you.

The Kindle is a thin, lightweight wireless reader that can hold up to 1,500 books.  With its built in 3G wireless capabilities you can download a book in under 60 seconds.

Now, I don’t know about you, but it doesn’t get much easier than that.  All from the comfort of your home you can download and read books, plus take this ultra thin device with you wherever you go.  Reading has never been so easy!

If you are looking for that perfect gift for that someone who has everything, the Amazon Kindle Wireless Readers just might be the answer.  First came the microwave and now there’s the Kindle.  Simplifying life!

For those of us that would like to use the Kindle for more than just Books, there are Newspapers, Magazines, Blogs and last but not least Accessories!