Wrap-up

The time has come to wrap presents. Sigh. After years of wrap denial, I've finally come to accept myself as who I am—a horrible wrapper. No, I'm not exaggerating. I don't know what my problem is, but my packages always look like they've gone through the laundry (that would be the washer and the dryer) after I've taken great care to dress them in bright and shiny holiday paper, ribbon, and bows. Unfortunately, I happen to be stubborn enough to keep trying. Every gift-giving occasion.

My...