End of Days, Part XII

So far in this End of Days series, we've discussed the many facets of hosting an End-of-the-Mayan-Calendar Party.  But what if you are a guest at such a party?  What sort of gift do you give your host or hostess to thank that person for inviting you to their apocalyptic soiree?  Well, that will be the topic of today's blog posting.  Below you will find a list of several thoughtful and practical gift ideas to give that special host or hostess.  Of course, which gift you choose depends on your host's/hostess's personal taste.  But I believe this list includes something for everyone.

• Twinkies, fruitcake, or jars of honey - they never spoil
• Duct tape - it fixes everything, even the apocalypse
• A helmet - to protect the host's/hostess's brain from zombie attack
• Beer, ketchup, and/or toilet paper - to remind the host of some of civilization's greatest accomplishments
• An inflatable raft - for when the ice caps melt and we all end up swimming
• A copy of the "Star Trek Encyclopedia" - it'll be handy when the aliens land
• A Slinky - everyone loves a Slinky
• A pet rock - which can also be used to fend of zombies, wild animals, aliens, etc
• Sunscreen - don't want to get a burn when the sun explodes
• And if all else fails, bring alcohol - what host doesn't like alcohol?