Easter is coming and although I don�t mind a good choccie here and there, I dread the overwhelming and unnecessary inundation of chocolate this holiday brings. That is why they last couple of years I have asked for no chocolate. This gives people all kinds of creative avenues to explore. I have been lucky enough to instead receive little books, hand-made sweets (so delicious) and other little trinkets. So my suggestion to those of you who would prefer to keep your slim summer figure long into the winter season, ask for no chocolate and perhaps if you are tired of giving chocolate, here are some other ideas for gifts: alcohol (a classic favourite, however not recommend as a substitute for chocolate with children), books with dessert recipes, a CD, hand made crafts and treats etc. It doesn�t have to be big, just thoughtful. If anyone has any other suggestions I would love to know so I can get organised early this year.