We're down to the wire

Alright, it is almost christmas and almost esmee's b-day and while i have some ideas for presents, i have not really accomplished much on the shopping front. who is getting a cardigan for la mere? do you guys have gifts for her yet? and le pere? i was thinking of getting him the book the looming tower about 9/11. he probably already read it but doesn't remember so it might be good for him. or maybe we could get him some sort of history channel/pbs series on dvd for him to watch on his huge tv. also i really need to know what you guys are wishing for. i thought of one present i would like. please don't make fun of me as i know it is very cheesy -- The french women for all seasons engagement calendar. i could use a little inspiration to be fabulous. and the jcrew pjs. maybe a pair of slippers? i also know that each of you are wishing for a dvd this christmas but we need to convo to make sure the other one hasn't got it already.