I agree with your maroush - Over the years - I have become somewhat of a minimilist.
But with his fear of heights - I rather not do the CRAZY part. Ever since we have had kids - I totally understand the logic behind parents taking two different flights across the ocean concept.
But I do like to get him something and put some thought in it. The guy rarely spends on himself. Everyone else comes first.
And I am sucker for pretty wrapping paper and a bow.