Cool Gift of the Day
Monday, June 27, 2005
What it is:
There's nothing more jarring than starting your day to the harsh *beep* *beep* of an alarm clock. Sure, it gets you out of bed, but it's hardly a pleasant beginning. Wouldn't it be nice to give someone the gift of a more pleasant start to their day? The Zen alarm clock begins with a soft chime that slowly increases in volume and frequency over the course of ten minutes. It's a kinder, gentler way to wake up, infinitely more pleasant than the insistent screeching of an alarm or the static-filled sound of morning radio. There's no way to avoid getting up in the morning, but you can make it seem like less of a chore. Even the worst morning can be improved by being gently nudged into wakefulness. The Zen alarm clock is a great way to soothe the most savage of morning beasts, and make them start their day with a smile.
Why we love it:
It starts your day with a zen-like calm... or at least with a soft bonging noise.
Who we'd give it to:
The sleepy, the stressed, early risers and anti-morning people.