Oh NO! Not again

I'm wondering.... does anyone else question where the year went? Wasn't it just Thanksgiving? What the heck happened to summer. The Christmas season is looming - talk about turkey, parties and the 'what to get for them' gift questions.

Good gift ideas are hard to come by, so once again, here is our weekly installment of suggestions. Today, we visit one of our favorite stores and then throw a couple more in for good measure.

The LCBO - Liquor Control Board of Ontario, the place where those who live in this fine Province must go to purchase liquor - is working to make gift giving easier. This year they offer an online catalog and online purchasing - hummm, that got your attention didn't it.

We've through a picked out a couple of the cooler ideas.

#1) The Mazzetti Ferrari F2003 Grappa, for $99.95: This year’s bottle contains a model of the 2003 GA world-champion race car, immersed in exquisite Grappa di Grignolino.
#2) The Denoix Cognac Colt Gift Bottle for $129.95: Filled with Denoix Napoleon Grand Champagne Cognac.
#3) The Grolsch Lager package with art glass, for 12.99: A Dutch tradition since 1615, refreshing Grolsch Premium Lager comes in a specially designed six-pack, along with a fun, colourful art glass.

Now, gifts for the ladies. We've also done some research, girls, feel free to leave little hints to those who wish to pamper you silly with gifts.

#1) Bare Necessities offers bras, panties, men's underwear, hosiery and sleepwear from 100+ name brands. They offer a selection of over 2000 styles spans luxury designer fashions to everyday traditional styles and includes top brands like La Perla, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Puma, Dolce & Gabbana, Wacoal and Bali. Yes, they ship to Canada. (remember, no duty on goods manufactured in the US, however, they may be subject to Provincial sale tax and GST)

Gifts for Every Body: Find the perfect gift for everyone this holiday season at BareNecessities.com.

#2) La Vie enRose now offers online shopping as well. A recognized brand in Canada. The site offers weekly specials, contests and promotions.

#3) How could we leave 'Come as You are' off our gift giving list. Shop online or in person at one of their stores. For those of you who missed our postings in the past. The philosophy at Come As You Are is one in where they believe that sexuality is an intrinsic part of the human experience and is inseparable from other aspects of a person's life. Their online store is both informative and fun.

We'll continue working on a Christmas ideas list for you. In the meantime, feel free to share your suggestions with us. We can't be everywhere, all the time.

On other fronts.... Now pay attention - you know who you are..... my dear friend with the absolute expertise in putting together an outfit. It's been bothering me all week..... if you can't wear black stockings with red shoes, what can you wear? I personally look hideous in 'nude' or 'beige', does that mean that I can't wear my red shoes? Help! Seriously.... I need to know.

Have a Happy Cherry Day!

Who would have thought

Did you know, George Clooney has been chosen the 'sexiest man alive' for the second year running? What do you think, is he worthy of the title? Ahhh well, I guess really not many would kick him out of bed for eating crackers.

What about the 'sexiest woman alive'? I went to find out, just so we would all know. According to 'Esquire magazine' the winner is Scarlet Johannson. Who? Exactly what I said. It is Esquire btw.... need I say more?

On other fronts.... did you know that many businesses are playing Christmas music already? Yep, I was stuck on hold yesterday listening to "let it snow" - that is just sick.

Sooner or later thoughts will move towards what to get the hard to buy for male on your list. I took some time and here are some of the 'cool tech gifts for him':

We thought this was cool and blue: The Faucet Light turns an ordinary faucet into a streaming crystal blue light source. Simply turn on your water and the internal pressure switch activates the light source. Turn off the water and the light goes off. Fun and functional for a kid's bathroom, but even better to add excitement to your wet bar or kitchen sink when you throw a cocktail party!

You know how your guy (kids, girlfriend, mother, co worker) can never remember where they put things down - well, here is the perfect gift:

"Now You Can Find It!"® locater puts a pager on all elusive things! Upgraded version includes eight RF receiver discs that beep and flash to help you quickly and easily locate a missing object.

Now for something completly different and a bit 'out there': Radio-controlled airplane that takes up to 26 fantastic aerial digital photos per flight with a simple push of a button on transmitter. Giant-size jet with twin engines can reach 1000?, climb, dive and by changing respective engine speed; easy-to-control 5-function, 2-stick transmitter. Flight battery charger, 2 flight batteries and EZ Launch takeoff system included.

The one that we really liked, the one to have: Multiple Unit Recharging Station. This station keeps up to three portable electronics recharged in a central location. Including; cell phones, MP3 players, PDAs and games.

We are going to be giving you heaps of gift ideas over the course of the next month. We'd like to hear and see yours. Don't be shy! Submit a comment, email us, add your links.

Now I need to get back to some pre-Christmas, Christmas shopping. Have a wonderful, Cherry filled day!