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13 Things I Actually Want This Christmas

It's not about the toys anymore.

Marlene Nieves
Jan 09, 2017
Gustavus Adolphus College
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13 Things I Actually Want This Christmas
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The good ol' days where I was excited to get some good toys are over, sadly. College students are broke jokes, well some, I happen to be one of those. All I'm saying is, anything and everything is welcome, including...

1. Gift Cards

Gift cards are a great present to give, in case you really don't know what to get me. Though, I'm usually open about pretty much anything.

2. Food


I've been away, I'm hungry. Feed me. (If you cook, even better!)

3. Money


This one is a no brainer, I suppose. I would gladly take the money and just use it towards whatever I need, but it's more meaningful if you get it.

4. Furniture or Dorm Decor


A great beanbag or body pillow would be nice! I can assure you it will be put to use the very same day! I'm always tired.

5. Phone Cases


I am a HUGE phone case freak. I do get tired of them quickly, but I love having my phone nicely covered. I can never have enough phone cases. (iPhone 6+)

6. A Cute Jacket


One jacket is great, but I'll take another one. I hate the winter so I am always cold!

7. A Manicure and Pedicure


College doesn't allow me to take time off to do my nails, so you can just imagine how those look!

8. Fluffy Socks or Scarfs

Remember when I hated getting these as a kid? Forget about it, I'll take them. My favorite part of winter/Christmas are all of the really cute holiday themed socks!

9. Candy/Chocolate


Forget about the calories. Give me some chocolate. I will probably share with you, so it's a win-win.

10. A Good Pair of Headphones


If I got paid to lose headphones, I would be able to afford a new pair by now. Seriously, I lose my headphones all the time. It's like how? I use them everyday. *face-palm*

11. Chap-Stick


I love chap-stick. I recently was given my first Eos lip balm and I love it so much. I use it all the time now. Chapped lips are unattractive, anyway.

12. A Phone Charger


Do you get it? Apple juice? Haha, sorry, my brain is at an all time low with finals! Anyway, we can all agree that Apple needs to come up with better chargers! My goodness, they suck!

13. SLEEP


You can't really give me this, but if see me sleeping, don't wake me up. It will end up bad for you and no, it's not a threat, it's a warning. I am tired!

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