Dear Abby,
 
My wife of 13 1/2 years asked me what I wanted for Christmas the other day and I gave her a couple ideas. Then I asked her what she wanted for Christmas and she said "nothing". I since found out that she had bought something for me. I asked again what she wanted and again she replied "nothing". So, do I just go out and buy her something and hope that it's the right thing, or do I keep asking what she wants until she gives me an idea of what to get for her? I sure hope you can give me an answer before Christmas gets here.
 
Giftless in Casco

Dear Giftless,

Being a woman myself and being a woman who gives the "nothing" response to many questions, I have to say that your wife wants something for Christmas...no doubt.  Honestly, she is giving you the response that many women give their men when they've been in a relationship with them for a long time.  According to her, and I've been guilty of this also, you should JUST KNOW what she wants for Christmas.  Giftless, don't ask her what she wants anymore.  Step up, go to the mall, and shop around for a couple hours until you see something that you know she is going to appreciate.  Knowing that you picked out a gift all by yourself will be a present enough to her, but just a little extra bit of advice, don't forget a gift receipt.