DEAR ABBY: I hope you print my letter. I have seen so many letters in your column about what to give on special occasions.
When a person doesn't know what to give someone, gift certificates are the greatest. Most people just love them!
I've given gift certificates to a bride, a new mother and to a recent graduate. The recipients have told me there is always something they need that they did not receive. With the added expense of setting up a new apartment, a new baby or a student going to college -- believe me -- gift certificates were very welcome. -- CATHY IN COUNCIL BLUFFS
DEAR CATHY: I agree; there's much to be said for allowing the recipient to choose something he or she wants. Gift certificates make dandy gifts for almost any occasion.