I read somewhere recently that gift certificates are bad gifts. I agree if you get a gift certificate to some place you don’t care about (like to Starbucks or the iTunes store). But I like giving and getting Amazon gift certificates, as you can find pretty much anything there. And Amazon doesn’t play games like short expiration dates or not letting you use the difference.
I have an Amazon Associates account on which I earn about $20/year, which I then spend on books for myself or Kelli. They just made it so that I can earn a 6% commission on gift certificates if you use the link below. So…if you were going to buy an Amazon gift certificate anyway, you might as well use this link to do it.
If you’re offended that I would dare make a profit off of you, my dear friend, then I apologize. I would note that since the cost of the gift certificate is the same, the only difference is whether I get the 6% or Amazon headquarters does. If you’re still offended, you’re welcome to tell me so below.
This is good only through Dec. 31, 2006 March 31, 2007.
Todd,
Just to let you know, if some unthoughtful Aunt or Cousin does happen to get you a Starbucks or iTunes gift certificate I could help you find a use for it.
…you selfish jerk…
=)
Prof. Bolen –
Wished I knew sooner… Can you still get the 6% commission after December 31st?
BTW, I’m finally graduating from Talbot!
I’m offended that you think I might be offended. I clicked on it twice.
Khoi – no, and congratulations!
All you need now is one that will give you a commission for gasoline gift cards. If someone wants to give me a gift certificate, those are my top two picks.
offended? only that you didn’t tell us sooner. Todd, I am ALWAYS of fan of ‘thinking out of the box’ and ingenuity…2 things which we can always count on from you!
Man, I love America. Capitalism! Some of our finest moments!
Gift cards are one of my favorite gifts … especially if it’s for a store I like (Best Buy, Amazon.com, Target, etc.).
I’m shocked by the Starbucks slam.
I’m over it now. And I too would love to help you if you get any of those pesky gift cards you don’t like. *grin*
(Someone actually gave me a *$ card last week! They got one but don’t like the coffee and knew I would. Very cool!)