Still looking for the perfect gift? We got you

Struggling to figure out what to get someone for Christmas? Or maybe just tired of the same old, same old retail/material purchase of a gift that too often sits in the closet and forgets to be used, or even worse, gets “regifted.”

Not a problem, and not to worry. We got you.

Below is the gift idea that is simple to purchase and will, in fact, put reality into the words “the gift that keeps on giving.”

This gift idea is Don Yeager’s tribute book to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, called “Wish Granted,” a series of stories and memories from famous athletes about their direct experience with Make-A-Wish kids and their families. 

Here is a gift that will be long-lasting, can be used on a moment’s notice, doesn’t cost much, and will be cherished by kids, teens, adults and seniors.

Every single story told, you will find, is deeply heartfelt and extremely touching—affecting the acclaimed athletes who write “in”this book in the deepest of senses.

Every story digs deep. It hits the reader with intense emotion, as well as all-out joy and heartfelt appreciation.

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Athletes such as Michael Phelps, Anikka Sorenstam, Scott Hamilton, Chipper Jones, Danica Patrick, Tony Hawk, John Cena, Grant Hill and even Michael Jordan (among others) contributed their most personal memories. The beauty of the book is that these athletes don’t just go through the motions. Far from it. They go all out in expressing what meeting these kids and their families has meant to them.

The stories are short—anywhere from three to six pages, so it is an easy read at any time.But the impact of each story is powerful. The descriptions of the events, the kids, and their families don’t just pull at the heartstrings—they rip them off entirely.

You will have to have nerves of steel and emotions of cast iron, not to be affected by these stories.

But here is the key: While there may be some underlying sadness because these kids do have serious illnesses, the overwhelming emotion you get from the book, and in fact, each and every story, is one of pure joy and thankfulness.

It is a guaranteed feel-good at the end of each chapter.

Credit goes to renowned author Don Yeager, a longtime friend of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, for coming up with the idea and putting together this wonderful book.

Bottom line? Clothes, toys, electronic devices, and other holiday gifts are all great, but what if you’re looking for something with a little more lasting impact, a little more “juice,” something with a bit more meaning?

“Wish Granted” is a simple gift that can inform, inspire, hit you emotionally, and make you feel truly grateful, all at the same time.

It is available on Amazon and in many brick-and-mortar stores.