OK, it really isn't that hard. You can do this shopping thing. This is the last thing about holiday shopping that I'm going to write about. Maybe. In any case, it seems clear that if you've waited this long you might be having a hard time figuring out what to get someone. I have an idea. How about a gift card? It might not be the most personal gift, but it is certain to not be re-gifted, and the recipient of your gift card can get what they want! I have already received several gift cards: Mervyn's, Target, Macy's, Harkins Theatres, and Famous Dave's Barbeque. My dog got a gift card to PetSmart. I wonder what other gift cards are coming my way?

Here are my 5 favorite stores for gift cards. If you're going to buy one, go very early, zip right in to the cash register line, load up the card and you're done.