Grab it - With weeks left until Christmas and Hanukkah 2000, there's still time to make that office grab of work days gone by work for groups of family and friends. Suggest that everyone in each group does a grab, picking at random one person to buy for, within an agreed-upon dollar limit. Not only does this save everyone money, but it also economizes on that other precious commodity of our new millenium - time. Everyone will thank you for it. It's no surprise that the number of shoppers hitting the 'Net to buy holiday gifts has increased many-fold over the past few years.
Internet shopping means sidestepping crowds and, in many cases, finding a bargain.
Online book and music stores often undercut regular retailers' prices, even when adding in shipping charges. Internet sales are usually by credit card, so be sure you are committed to paying off that bill as soon as it arrives. If you're uncomfortable giving your credit card number out online, many Internet retailers now provide a toll-free number to call. If you don't have a computer, keep in mind that many libraries now have online access for visitors. She may be quite happy if you spend some time taking her to dinner.