It's always hard when someone you like moves on. Perhaps one of your favorite co-workers is leaving the company and you don't know if you'll see them again. Maybe a friend or family member is moving to another city to find a different job opportunity. Or maybe they are moving even further away, to another country. Whether they are leaving the state, going to another country, or just leaving a job, a going away present is a great way to make sure they don't forget you. Here are five great going-away presents that they'll really appreciate.

Photo Album

Putting together a photo album is a wonderful option for a close friend or family member. You can get a small pocket-sized album, or get a big one if you have a ton of pictures of them and the people that they know and love. Department stores, craft stores, or internet websites all have photo albums you can buy. Fill it up with pictures of your time together and you'll have a thoughtful gift.

Gift Certificates

If you know what area they're moving to, a gift certificate for a local store is a great gift. If they'll need things for their new life, this is a wonderful way to make sure that they can get them! Just do some research to make sure that gift card you get is for a store that's close by they're new home!

Travel Gifts

If you've got someone who's moving far away, especially out of the country, this can be a really nice gift. Get them a new suitcase, carry-on, or something useful for their plane trip or car ride, such as magazines, books, or even a camera. Help make their trip to get to their destination less stressful and more enjoyable with this thoughtful option.

Signed T-shirt or Hat

This is a great one if there are a lot of people who are going to miss them. It's also particulary good for a co-worker or boss who's leaving. Just buy a light-colored t-shirt or hat and have everyone write a nice message and sign it with a permanent marker. They'll be touched that everyone cares!

Stuffed Animal

If you've got a child who's moving away, this is a no brainer, but believe it or not even an adult could enjoy this one. Stuffed animals are naturally comforting, so if someone's going somewhere new where they won't know anybody at first a plush toy makes a great present. Pick their favorite animal, or one that resembles a pet they had (or a pet you have). You could even do the signed t-shirt thing with the stuffed animal. Just buy a white baby t-shirt that will fit the plush toy you picked out and have all their friends, family, or co-workers sign it and write messages. This is a great way to help them not feel so lonely!

So there you go! No matter who's moving away and where they are moving to, there should be the perfect present for them. Whether you want to get them something practical, or something that will make sure they won't forget you, a going-away present is a wonderfully thoughtful way to see goodbye!