The thrilling present-wrapping post

[grrgoyl]

I don't know why it is, but I am hopeless at wrapping presents. This is a source of frustration not only for me, but for Tery, who is maddeningly efficient, using exactly the right amount of paper and tape, and even topping the gift off with a fancy Martha-style ribbon for added beauty. My presents, on the other hand, more closely resemble

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[madam_o]

i come from a wraping crazed house. even our warping paper can not clash.

Toast on the other hand * my g/f* come from a just make sure you can't see what under the paper family.

lets just say the first time i saw her wrap i almost died.

[grrgoyl]

LOL Phew! Not just me then.

[ms_hecubus]

They sell lycra book covers now that you just stretch out and slip over your book. Talk about lazy!

If you cut too much, just fold it under. Or shop at Border's because, usually, there's a charity there wrapping for tips to raise money.

[grrgoyl]

Lazy, yes, but would have saved me some bucks on those therapy sessions! (j/k)

Border's sounds lovely, but do they do odd-shaped things like shoes and pickle jars (another gift I have planned for Tery)? I doubt it. And books and DVDs are what I've come closest to mastering after only 15+ years. But still something to keep in mind : )

[ms_hecubus]

Hit the dollar store and invest in some giftbags and tissue. Honestly, you'll be happy you did. I love wrapping gifts, but there are times when it's just not worth the hassle.

[jaaaaamas]

I think we should have a competition for who wraps presents the worst. Because surely it would be me!

[grrgoyl]

HA! Bring it on! But seriously, I'm glad I'm not the only one. Maybe we should unite instead and form gift wrappers anonymous lol