How many times have you resorted to giving the usual items like socks or gift certificates to that person on your gift list?

Don't you wish you could be more creative and give that person something they will truly remember? If so, here are some suggestions for you.

The first thing to consider in giving a usual gift is what makes that person unusual that you are shopping for? Think of any unusual hobbies or activities they take part in. Are they interested in astrology? Do they like to sit and watch the stars at night? Then how about naming a star after them?

Yes, that's right. For a reasonable price, a person can have their very own star named after them. How about another gift that's out of this world? An acre on the moon! Yes, that's right. Also available for a reasonable price, you can buy that special someone their very own acre on the moon. In fact, moon acres have been sold for over 20 years by the American and Russian governments. If you're looking for something “of this world", that is no problem either.

There are plenty of unusual gifts to give right here on this planet. Do you have a friend or family member that is celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversary? Then consider giving them an actual newspaper from the date of their birth or anniversary. For a small fee, many major newspaper publications can provide you with a copy of a previous published paper.

For the nostalgic, this is a great way to commemorate their special day and relive memories. How about animal lovers? To be specific, if you know someone who likes dolphins or whales, you can arrange them to have their very own encounter and swim alongside them. Many resorts provide this fun and exciting experience, which is something the person will remember forever and be able to tell all their friends and co-workers about. Similar encounters are available from wildlife reservations, with many animals, including falcons, huskies, lemurs and more.

Finally, do you know someone who is a huge music fan? If so, here is a great idea for them. Their very own twelve inch personalized replica gold disc. You can specifically choose an artist or song, or just make up your own. You can also enter your own personalized message for the dedication plate. The gold disc and plaque would make an excellent addition to a music lover's home or office. Maybe they have a shrine dedicated to their favorite artist or band? This would make a perfect addition to that as well. Hopefully, you have found these suggestions helpful and you will consider them next time you find yourself struggling to come up with that unusual gift for that special someone.