I’m a simple man, of simple pleasures. If you’re one of my family members or friends, looking to give me a gift of some sort, it really is easy.

✅ I very much appreciate…

• Coordinated surprises and quality time (my primary love language) with my dearest friends

• Being treated to a nice meal or experience somewhere—experiences are always better than stuff in my book

• Donations to worthwhile causes on my behalf—I have more than enough

• Thoughtful words of affirmation—life is found in our words

• Whisky, cigars, wine, or any of the other niceties I enjoy—yum

• Gift cards to any of my favorite places—again, experiences rock

🚫 Please never buy me…

• Knick knacks or other trinkets—they’re a minimalist’s nightmare

• Clothes, unless it’s to replace something from my daily uniform—I hate expanding closets

• Stuff outside of the wish list above that you haven’t checked with Nicole about—she’s a good gut check

🤯 Or, if you’re being just plain crazy and combining group resources to surprise me…

• Contribute toward me completing anything on my bucket list 😲

• I would love a matte black Cirrus Press Package 💸 A group of my dearest friends took my word on this one and got it for my 40th—and now I have the best ice press ever

Like I said, I’m pretty simple and I know what I like. Ultimately, though, your presence in my life is the truest gift, and all of these are just cherries on top. Thank you for the gift of you.