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I am having a difficult time thinking of what I can give my grandfather. He does not appreciate expensive gifts... I mean he is turning 95, so he is pretty much way past "wanting" material things.I was thinking of making something for him, like a collection of pictures, but its going to be a tedious task looking for his old pictures because most of them were burned during the war (as in WW2) or misplaced. If ever, I'll have to make do with restoring whatever I can find through my relatives.

2006-09-08 00:07:01 · 11 answers · asked by alibaba 1 in Family & Relationships Other - Family & Relationships

11 answers

I think your idea is a good one. You might just add in some other photos from that era that he might like as well.
Send out a generic letter to your relatives asking for whatever they have and tell them what you need the pictures for. I'm sure everyone could find some little picture or momento. If what you DO find needs restoration, take the stuff to a camera/photo place and they can help you photoshop or fix them. Someone in the family might also have some video that you can swipe photos from (also at the camera place). Good luck.

2006-09-08 00:15:43 · answer #1 · answered by paintgirl 4 · 0 0

The pictures would be very nice, You also need to show him all the love you can. Spend the day or maybe the weekend with him on his B-day. I bet that would make him happy. Just dont forget to show him ALL the love that you can. I bet he would really like that alot more than a gift. Tell him I said Happy B-day and congrats on turning 95.

2006-09-08 00:16:32 · answer #2 · answered by bigdog_0032 4 · 0 0

Make a picture clock. At Walmart they have a clock with spaces for pictures where the numbers should be and you could put pictures of the family in there, like your parents you siblings, maybe even other aunts and uncles. Got one for my dad for father's day with a picture from each month of my daughter's first year and he loved it, wants another one for him to hang at work.

2006-09-08 00:18:08 · answer #3 · answered by DispatchGirl 4 · 0 0

Instead of getting his old pictures (that would be tedious!!!) get your family to send you their favorite pic with Gramps by email and maybe a funny or sentimental story. Print them all out and compile a quick scrapbook. He won't care if it's not "perfect" and will love all the pictures of his family.

2006-09-08 00:13:48 · answer #4 · answered by Mrs J 3 · 1 0

Old pictures since gone might be pretty much left behind. I think your grandfather would love a story from each of his grandchildren of their favorite times with him. It is better that he hears it now while he is living instead of at a funeral.

2006-09-08 00:24:22 · answer #5 · answered by andywho2006 5 · 0 0

why dont you compile his family tree it would be a great prezzy for him you could do this through friends reunite as well a being a great pezzy for him you would be learning about your owne family history you could also do a album with old photos and memories this may take up your time but i,m sure that grgndad is worth it

2006-09-08 00:16:25 · answer #6 · answered by Bella 7 · 0 0

I'm not sure but can you give him a birthday hug for me.. Granddads hanging in there and i would feel privileged to have some one that old still around that I love.. And happy hunting sorry I couldn't help...

2006-09-08 01:27:48 · answer #7 · answered by The'Truth 2 · 0 0

A small picture book would be nice (if he doesn't already have them). Otherwise, have a family dinner gathering or just go visit. Having you there I'm sure is enough.

2006-09-08 00:11:43 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0 0

Quality time- you may not have as much as you think.
Quality Love- you have MORE than you think.


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2006-09-08 00:25:00 · answer #9 · answered by Stewy 2 · 0 0

I think your company would be the best gift. Ask him to tell you about way back when.....
ask questions......
just like a picture........something to bring back the memories in ones mind is the greatest gift......

2006-09-08 00:17:41 · answer #10 · answered by rock 4 · 0 0

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