No matter how many awful things are going on in the world and no matter how much dreadfully depressing news we hear that makes us wonder why human beings can be so selfish and unpleasant, over the years we also witness the good in people, too, with our own personal lives filled with kind and generous gestures, thoughtful comments and help from the most unlikely and unexpected sources. Often these good deeds go unnoticed and get taken for granted, but these wonderful people continue to be there for us. They do not expect anything in return, but continue to be a constant source of strength, support and encouragement. Maybe these kind actions come from a family member, or perhaps a close friend. Perhaps a neighbour offers to help out or a work colleague puts in a good word for you with the boss. It could be that your nearest and dearest, your partner, spouse, boyfriend or girlfriend really is the wind beneath your wings and you may feel that you have not shown your appreciation enough by just saying a self conscious thank you. You may be stuck for ideas for ways to express yourself that are suitable for the particular occasion.

Or perhaps you are looking for a gift that is different enough to be appreciated by someone celebrating a special event. Either way, finding the right gift to show how you really feel for these special people is always difficult if you do not know where to start looking. You want to impress that important person as well as show them you really are pleased to have them around, so the aim is to knock them off their feet and take their heart away in one go. Personalised gifts are certainly capable of creating such a reaction, as they demonstrate that considerable thought has gone into their selection. Personalised gifts make the recipient feel that he or she is a very important person and if a personal message is included, too, a personalised gift really does have the wow factor. If you are aiming to steal their heart, personalised gifts give you the opportunity to say whatever you feel, whether it is a message of affection or one of undying love. It is often so much easier to express your feelings this way than verbally face to face. The great thing about personalised gifts is that the message is there to be read and re-read and so it is not likely to be forgotten.

If you are searching for a romantic and sentimental way to get the message across, there are some lovely and unusual personalised gifts to consider. Engrave your message for posterity with an engraved Crystal Flutes and Champagne gift set and each time your beloved lifts the elegant champagne glass to his or her lips, your message will warm their heart with every sip. Of course, an added bonus is the fact that there are 2 glasses and a bottle of Moet and Chandon, so you will probably be expected to do your best and help out with the quaffing of the bubbly. It is a tough job, but someone has to do it!

A precious photo can capture a memory forever and so presenting it to someone special calls for a beautiful photo frame. The Butterfly Photo Frame is one of those personalised gifts that adds perfection, with a dainty wire and glass frame, delicate flowers and butterfly in relief to enhance a picture and a personal message from you that will take her or his heart away. This is the kind of gift that is great for all occasions and whether you give it with or without a photo, it will make the recipient appreciate the sentiment behind it. There is always room in people’s lives for a soft toy, no matter what age they are. Many people keep their childhood teddies well into middle age and beyond, but how many people have a monkey teddy? Personalised gifts such as this are great for giving to children, girlfriends, aunts or grannies. In fact, the pleading expression on this little monkey’s face is bound to warm the cockles of their hearts and the cute ‘hoodie’ that it wears bears your special message. So whether the message is sloppy and sentimental, a heartfelt thank you or even a guilty apology, every time the recipient hugs this adorable creature they will be thinking of you and your special words. Personalised gifts go straight to the heart of the matter and show you care. SABUNG AYAM