Ann Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 When you recieve a birthday gift, do you prefer something very personal, for just you, or something very practical that you really need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dchurchi Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 For me it is something personal. I can be pracatical 364 days out to the year. I love my birthday, therefore it is all about me!!!! LOL. Debbie Husband Alan DX with LSCLC Jan 10th 2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted September 26, 2005 Author Share Posted September 26, 2005 I always try and think of something I really want and need and give hints in that direction, so I guess most of the time I end up with something practical. With three sons, it is never easy getting a true surprise. I would always have to spread so many hints around to them and to Dennis that I was almost never surprised. This year, I have requested something personal. I gave all of the boys literature from a day spa and suggested they all combine pennies and pick something for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ginnyde Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 I have always had one rule, nothing with an electrical cord, like a toaster. Love personal, something lush that I wouldn't buy for myself or something with a lot of thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Wood Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Either one is fine with me. Actually, I'm of the age now that just being with others and celebrating is all I need. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LynneH Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Hmmmm.....interesting....I have such a huge practical side, but then there is that girly, softy, gushy side too. Since my birthday is Christmas Eve, Jim would usually give me practical surprises for Christmas presents, and give me the personal stuff for my birthday. He only shopped one time a year, and that was to buy me presents for Birthday and Christmas. He loved to think of things that would be surprises. And he always said he couldn't go wrong if it was warm, soft, fluffy, and non-binding! So, I'll vote for personal. Lynne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luvmydog2 Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 I am the type of person that don't have a "wish list." If someone wants to get me something , then it can be a surprise. For the most part, a meal is fine with me. Homecooked is good but a nice restraunt is fine also. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patkid Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Having just celebrated my birthday: I would say YES to all of it I LOVE my birthday. I love any affirmation. I love any love I love any sign of affection this year I was spoiled rotten and I loved it. I am very practical so that is fine I am very mushy inside so any loving note is wonderful all the loving posts on LCSC were just so very heart warming. I am very easy to please. P Brian likes anything car related. He is easy, but I see him re-reading cards from the grandkids...........I think that is his favorite part. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaffie Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Something personal that makes me feel as tho a little thought was put into it, which like Ann isn't always easy with 3 sons. From my grandkids something they made. Kathy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lindseysmom Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Well it use to be very practical items. Now I love manicures and pedicures. They are number on my wish list. Best Wishes, Dee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyoung20 Posted September 26, 2005 Share Posted September 26, 2005 Never anything practical, always something personal. I had practical growing up--we were very poor. Living life, Jamie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowflake Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 For my birthday, I like personal, but I don't want to have to hint. It just kinda loses some of the sparkle if I have to tell someone what I'd like, I might as well just get it for myself... Of course, anything beats being forgotten. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunny Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 probably personal...I always ask my SO for something, and he never gets it for me...but always gets me something better, that didn't even know I wanted but that I now can't live without (asked for a pair of expensive boots, got a digitial music player, like that). I love gifts that make me feel KNOWN and loved, if that makes any sense. xoxo bunny Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maryanne Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 I really do not care if it is personal or practical. What I am a stickler on is a card. Not a virtual one but a physical card. I want my family to take the time to find the right card. So far they do this. Thats make me happy, the gifts are icing on the cake. Maryanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Posted September 27, 2005 Share Posted September 27, 2005 I am one who enjoy's giving and not one who expect's or want's gift's. But with that being said if one insist on giving me a gift i hope it is a practical one....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fall54 Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 my family knows to me it is the card that counts to me and their personal messages they always write. As far as a gift, I like something engraved as I feel it was well thought out and very personal. Really anything that shows me the love we share ( be it my son's, hubby or family and friends)is my favorite type of gift. I would much rather give a gift and see that person smile than get one any day! God Bless, Jane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmm17 Posted September 28, 2005 Share Posted September 28, 2005 I am a poor college student so i usually prefer practical...my Dad gave me a grocery store gift card and it was great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lilyjohn Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 I'm normally a very practical person. I would always give a list of very practicle things when asked but it was always the personal things that made me cry with happiness. I always wanted a boquet of roses. In 41 years of marrige I recieved roses only one time. I'm not sure but I think it was for my birthday but I couldn't swear to it. My last trip to the store before Johnny died he gave me some money and told me to buy a dozen roses. Six for him and six for me. He had gotten red roses from his niece when he got home from the hospital the first time. Those roses were special to both of us and I was happy to buy them for us. When I returned to our apartment after his death the first thing I saw was the roses. They were as black and dead as my heart felt. For his memorial service I bought 2 dozen roses. They were a gift for both of us, a chance to share something special one last time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cindy RN Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 I am too practical for my own good. SO I want something personal! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kim Posted September 29, 2005 Share Posted September 29, 2005 I like something personal, which for the most part I don't get! I would like to get something like a movie pass(just for me) or a day for mom to just be alone! But, instead I get a vaccuum cleaner, or a crock pot. Now I know exactly how my mom felt all those years of toasters and griddles! She was such a trooper, never said a word!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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