Gift ideas that won’t break the bank.

“It’s not how much we give, but how much love we put into giving.”

                               —Mother Teresa

Excitement, stress, joy, panic – no matter how you slice it, holiday gift shopping can stir up a range of emotions, especially if your shopping list outweighs your spending budget. If money is an issue, you may be concerned about having to set limits on generosity. But you might be pleasantly surprised to learn just how far your budget can stretch with the right gift ideas. Here are a few suggestions for treating friends and family this season.

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