good things

Buying gifts for people used to totally stress me out. Complete waste of time. (I mean, stressing out was a complete waste of time; not buying gifts)

It's a lot more fun now, because I think about the things I like, and there's at least a chance that the giftee will like it too. If not, it's the thought that counts, right? Plus, there is always re-gifting.

These are some of my favorite things that I have received, given, want to give, or want to get.

Complex Biz is a brand of hair accessories sold in Tokyo. Unlike most wimpy hair clips, these have the jaws of death that will grab your hair and never let go. Gorgeously ornamented--they remind me of Christmas ornaments, actually. Ai introduced me to them, and though they are very well-built and sturdy, she constantly has to buy new ones since Chuchu, with his metal fetish, keeps eating them.
This one is called the Crystal Jewel Dessert Clip, for 6,195 yen. Pricey, yes, but worth it.