The gift of giving

22 Nov, 2021

As I write this there is six weeks until Christmas. I can hardly believe that it is that close. This year has been quite challenging at times for most people. We are all hopeful to be able to spend it with friends and family depending on how we can travel in New Zealand.

Summer is on its way I've even had my first swim. This makes you feel even closer to the end of the year.

The gift of giving has always been a part of Christmas for me. Over the years that has meant different things. Sometimes it may be an IOU voucher, an experience, a voucher for spending time together, a home-made gift or something special purchased. Whatever I've gifted I've always wanted the intention to be that the person I'm giving to knows they are thought about.

This year I'm supporting other local businesses as many people have supported us in our community. It feels good to give to someone and support our community. We have so many locals that also sell amazing produce for us to buy for the Christmas dinner table.

If you are looking for good quality products for someone to use to take care of their well-being, the Pure Fiji gift range is perfect. From just $20 you can purchase a gift pack that smells and feels amazing, giving a little bit of self-care at home. We also have bigger gift packs if you want bigger sizes.

If you want to give the gift of ‘relaxation’ then you can't go past a Pure Essence gift voucher. This would be an experience gift. You can purchase the voucher for a dollar value so they can choose what they would like, or purchase it with the treatment on it, for example a one hour massage appointment for $80, or the three hour package ‘Top to Toe Chill Zone’ including a facial, massage, manicure and pedicure for $260.

Whatever you choose to do this Christmas I wish you the best time, spent with those you love. Or if spending it alone, I wish you peace. If you choose to give gifts I hope you receive the happiness from knowing that it doesn't have to be something material, just thoughtful.

Here's to a great summer for our community!

n Alex Donald is owner of Pure Essence Face & Body Clinic, Waipu. Online pureessence.co.nz