Need to do a little shopping?

Ok. This has absolutely nothing to do with business or software. But everyone needs to do a little shopping every now and then. Sure Valentines Day is behind us, but birthdays, anniversaries, and special occasions lurk just around the corner.

If you are like me, the "big" gifts aren't a problem. The kids, for instance, make it apparent what they want for Christmas and birthdays. My problem is the smaller gifts; items for co-workers or friends; stuff for my sister on mother's day; etc.

Anyway, here's two ideas. Kali Gift Bag and TranquiliTea. Kali has an eclectic inventory of odds and ends as reasonable prices that are perfect for little surprise gifts. You wouldn't shop for your wife at Kali, but it will be great on Secrataries Day. TranquiliTea is specifically for the tea drinker. Their inventory is unique.

Kali's is geared toward the online shopper. Their web site is pretty typical for a retailer. It's not fancy, but is easy to navigate and has pictures of the gifts. TranquiliTea is aimed at the in store experience. If suburban Detroit is not convenient then you should pick up the phone. Their service is extremely helpful and friendly.

Ok, one more confession; I don't buy a gift for my sister on Mother's Day...I wonder if Kali's Gift Bag will wrap something up for her.