’Tis the Season
It is the most wonderful time of the year—one synonymous with parties, food, wine, and, inevitably, the deliberation of hostess gifts for the season. After all, it is a gracious gesture to show up at any celebration with a thoughtful gift for your host. And since “it is really the thought that counts,” put more thought in and broaden your gift-giving horizons beyond the usual.
No matter what you have in mind, it is a cardinal rule to not bring anything that might burden your hostess. If you give flowers for instance, why not bring a pretty vase along and offer to help
