If you're anything like Houstonist, you haven't finished all your holiday shopping yet. In fact, if you're anything like Houstonist, you've barely even started. But don't worry: We're putting our gift lists together and pulling out some of our more inspired ideas to share with y'all. From music to DVDs to T-shirts to wet wipes, we've got you covered — but seriously, you probably won't want to give the wipes as someone's primary gift.......

On Sundays, Houstonist runs opinion pieces relevant to life in Houston. The opinions expressed below are entirely those of the author. Need to know just a little bit about something? Ask a dilettante. Dilettante, One of my coworkers insists on pouncing on me first thing Monday morning, before I’ve had a chance to grab some coffee or even sit at my desk, to ask me how my weekend was. I think she just wants me......

Oh yes, if only our wealthy Aunt Gert would "re-gift" us a really cool old car! Yep - the words, "fat chance" do come to mind. However, what with Thanksgiving days away (and the decorations already up at most malls - EGAD!) it is now that lovely time of year when you commence buying gifts for the people you care about, the gang's annual "fighting for presents" swaps and the dreaded Secret Santa exchanges.......