Tip #6,152 Start a babysitting co-op with your friends. Track points based on number of hours and children. It's a great way to save money while still enjoying date nights and running errands without the little ones. Parenting date night + kids + savings + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,075 • 1 person found helpful If struggling to come up with a gift for a close friend, think back to when you first met and what you enjoyed together. Relationships friend + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,192 For an easy and inexpensive night with friends, host an appetizer and dessert night. Have each friend bring either an appetizer or dessert to share. Relationships food + entertaining + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,366 • 1 person found helpful It is easier to get people to like you if you already assume they will. Believing this causes you to act more friendly and warm toward them and because you seem to like them, they will like you. Relationships networking + communication + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,140 • 1 person found helpful Surround yourself with joyful people. Their joy will likely rub off onto you. Relationships self-improvement + positivity + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #6,343 Keep your list of important birthdays with your monthly finances. When paying bills you can check on upcoming birthdays and prepare cards or plan to purchase gifts. Relationships family + friend + finance + organization + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,740 If you're a baker, share some of your goods with your neighbors. A fresh bread or plate of cookies will endear you to them and they will likely reciprocate in unexpected ways. Relationships neighbor + baking + giving back + friend + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,735 An unexpected compliment or a small but thoughtful gift can do wonders for a relationship. Relationships dating + communication + marriage + family + friend + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,707 • 1 person found helpful For a unique and thoughtful gift for a friend, make a list of that friend's qualities which have enriched your life and your relationship with them. Relationships positivity + friend + writing + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,694 A good gift idea for an animal lover who has everything is to adopt a zoo animal in his/her name. This is something offered by many zoos, just check online or call. Relationships family + friend + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,963 • 4 people found helpful Take the time to get to know the person sitting next to you on a flight if they seem receptive. You never know when you might make a great personal or professional connection. Travel air travel + networking + communication + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,588 If you have family or friends with children who visit often, keep a basket of toys and treats for each child. It will keep them occupied while you visit and the children can help with cleanup. Relationships kids + family + entertaining + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,538 If you've had an argument with a loved one and wish you had expressed your feelings better, sit down and write out your thoughts. Once you've cooled off, ask to discuss with your loved one. Relationships communication + marriage + family + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #3,301 • 1 person found helpful Mix up your cleaning routine by inviting a friend to trade house cleanings. Both homes get clean, and it won't be as boring. Home & Garden cleaning + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,332 • 2 people found helpful Expand your recipe collection by hosting a recipe swap with friends. Have everyone bring a favorite prepared dish and copies of the recipe to share with all of the guests. Relationships recipes + entertaining + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,326 • 2 people found helpful Swap professional expertise with your friends. Profit from their advice and give of your own gifts and passions as well. Relationships networking + giving back + career + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,784 • 1 person found helpful When traveling, give a spare key to your home to a trusted local friend or neighbor. You never know when you may need someone to enter your home for you. Travel neighbor + safety + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,309 • 1 person found helpful Send people you care about surprise care packages of small items they will enjoy. Even if you live close, everyone loves to get an unexpected package in the mail. Relationships family + friend + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,742 • 3 people found helpful Gather a group of your friends and go caroling in your neighborhood at Christmas time. Most people will be delighted you thought of them and stopped by. Recreation neighbor + christmas + entertaining + holidays + friend + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send
Tip #5,066 • 3 people found helpful If a close friend is having a baby, instead of giving a basic baby gift, work with her to visit home a few days after the baby arrives to clean while she rests. It will be a gift she really appreciates. Relationships new mom + baby + friend + gifts + Helpful... Share Share Tweet Send