Recently I was shopping for a birthday present for a friend.
Buying presents for others can be difficult. You hope the person will like what you choose, but they might not. Even if you spend a lot of money, it doesn't automatically mean they will like it.
The idea of a present is to make someone happy. The thought counts more than the actual present. If you go shopping with a smile on your face, and think about making your friend happy, you're more likely to succeed than if you worry too much about their reaction.
Next time you have to buy a present for someone, choose it from the heart. Enjoy yourself, and remember that the act of giving is a gift in itself - both for the recipient and for you.
Cheng King-yee, Tsuen Wan Public Ho Chuen Yiu Memorial College
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