Like many parents out there, I’m feeling fairly overwhelmed with the holidays, and trying to remember to enjoy the holiday and its spirit of giving.

And what I’d like most to give (and get if I’m honest here) is time.

That’s where I figure Angie’s List can come into play. There are hundreds of service providers who give people time. Why not contact one or more of them for a gift certificate for loved ones? If the fees are more than you would normally spend on a gift, go in with other friends to provide the gift certificate.

A quick scan of categories gave me plenty of ideas for gift certificates:

   1. Personal chef
   2. Dog walker
   3. Carpet cleaners
   4. House cleaning
   5. Handyman
   6. Snow removal
   7. Personal trainer
   8. Errand runners
   9. Masseuse
  10. Hair stylist

I guarantee you that your friends and families will be grateful for the gift of a stress-free, home-cooked meal, tidy house or seeing odd repair jobs completed.