Take a personal gift, a timeless tradition

The tradition of gifts seems to come from the Roman practice of presenting the Emperor, and the other with good luck tokens. At first these gifts were simple, such as a few twigs from a sacred bush, or a variety of foods. As in the final analysis, this practice broadened in an attempt to receive special favors or to impress, so that more precious gifts were given, clothing, articles of gold or silver. While most of this damage has been done on a voluntary basis, the story has had its share of leaders who did their best to make gifts must be completed. By the end of the nineteenth century, the tradition of simple, non-materialistic gift giving had begun to fall away. Gift began to take a very commercial face, and was becoming a booming industry. Today, the gifts and decorative accessories market reached a turnover of 35.97 billion U.S. dollars.

Throughout the world, many cultures mark their holidays or special occasions with gifts and food. As a result, the etiquette of the gift is very important. A general lack of cultural knowledge can lead to misunderstandings that can result in an insult, rather than a gift. In any case, the gifts are all to express a sense of gratitude, happiness and fulfillment. Gifts can be classic, gifts can be personalized, even a little 'funny, but those that are fun, intelligent and useful are those that are remembered.

Giving and receiving gifts properly is an important part of business. Reward employees, or members is an essential tool of good business. Make full disclosure, and open declarations of this intent maintains the moral fiber of this practice. When there is secrecy or deception involved, this tears the moral fiber, and destroys the true value, and morality of the gift. Without doubt, this behavior should not be tolerated.

Gift giving has become a secular tradition that seems to become more entrenched over time. Over time, this wonderful tradition has grown more complicated and stressful. Sometimes, the original purpose behind the tradition is blurred, and the gift takes on a life of its own. However, the gift always touch our hearts in a very special way.