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How to ... get him to give better gifts: if the wrapping paper is more exciting than what's inside, you need our help. Try these tips for getting the present you're pining for. (The Love Page).(Brief Article)

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| December 01, 2002 | Goins, Liesa | COPYRIGHT 2002 Hearst Communications, reprinted with permission of Hearst. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

* Show and tell. Subtlety will get you nowhere. When you and your guy are out shopping or just walking around, point out the objects of your desire. Or make negative comments about items that totally bite--and ensure he gets it by explaining what's wrong with them.

* Remind him. Rave about past gifts he gave you that were right on target. The positive reinforcement should put him on the right shopping path. If his previous presents ...

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