2006-08-17 12:37:23 · 18 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
What about a family photo album of your most treasured family memories from when she was born up to today - all those family "kodak" moments, so your daughter can have a treasured keepsake
2006-08-17 12:43:56 · answer #1 · answered by LadyRebecca 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I am afraid that if you don't want to be thought of as cheapskates you'll still have to fork out for a large gift. Do you know that some nationalities (Italian and Greek as examples) will either buy their first home outright, or put down a huge downpayment? And that is on top of the wedding reception for 500 guests.
2006-08-17 12:45:23 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Personally I think that is your gift. Now-a-days unless the parents are very wealthy the bride and groom should pay for their own wedding, reception, and honeymoon. If the parents want to contribute something to this special day that is their gift.
2006-08-17 12:44:57 · answer #3 · answered by daljack -a girl 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think anything is appropriate... the reception is enough of a gift, I think... I sure didn't expect anything more (but my parents really spoiled me...). If you can't afford to spend more money (or just don't feel that you should), write a nice letter to her and her new husband about your wishes for them.
Another great gift, if possible, is to go to their new place before they get home (make sure they know about this!!), and get it ready for them to return home - make sure there are fresh groceries, the place is tidy etc., so when they get home, things are all done for them. It's something that will hopefully not take all that long or be too intensive, but will really make a difference.
2006-08-17 12:44:18 · answer #4 · answered by Jewelz_4_U 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-11-25 23:11:28 · answer #5 · answered by prickett 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is your gift for one. Two, be there to hold her hand. Three, smile though you wanan strangle the guy, because you know what is going to happen.
Just be happy and be there for her. You can never go wrong, with a pendant of your face and her mothers face. Or, just give her a nice, clean, light necklace.
Dainty, things are always nice to give to the ones who are walking down the aisle. Hope it helps.
J.
2006-08-17 12:45:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A hug and kiss, I love you, I want you to be happy, and I'm so proud of my new son. Then when they've settled into their lives there will be that one little something they need and you say, I would like to do that for you - I've just been waiting since the wedding to give you a special gift, please allow me.
2006-08-17 12:58:59 · answer #7 · answered by dph_40 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Maybe something that is doesnt have a monetary value. Like a simple scrapbook with pictures of her from the time she was born to now. And put little notes of what you think on the side of every picture. Like "first day of school" etc, or Remember " "....... Nowdays you can do it online so you can add to it later on.
2006-08-17 12:47:18 · answer #8 · answered by acostafamily305 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think passing down a nice piece of jewelry would be appropriate. I am sure your daughter does not expect anything more from you. It sounds like you did alot.
2006-08-17 12:44:53 · answer #9 · answered by celestine 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems the reception would be the "gift"
2006-08-17 14:51:28 · answer #10 · answered by ladyofthehouse 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋