One of my family members was celebrating her birthday and it took me time to decide what I should give. The reason being that I wanted my gift to be appreciated. We all are happy if our gifts are appreciated. Most times people complained that they are not appreciated or well appreciated, it is time to stop blame shifting, you and I should examine ourselves, most especially how we give gifts. I have discovered that gift appreciation is a timeless art. It actually goes beyond the monetary value of the offering.  Over time, occasions have thought me that it is the thoughtfulness, the sentiment as well as the effort behind our giving that truly touch the heart.  For example, be it a handmadetrinket or a simple handwritten note.   It should be highlighted that the essence of giving lies in the sincerity of you and I as a giver.  The last part of this article addresses how you can give so you can be appreciated. I have ruminated over the fact that in our world wh...