I realize the gift certificates would be really for both of us, but I'm promising my time and future dates! Also, I plan to make a creative "book" of short letters and tape the gift certificates throughout. Would a 47 year old guy like this as a gift, with some warm Wigwam socks, and a Nalgene bottle full of Power Bars? (We're training for a half marathon).
2006-12-18 03:13:27 · 11 answers · asked by ? 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Some additional details: We've been dating for 7 years, and we live 50 miles apart. Also, he's not materialistic, and he will not discuss gift ideas with me. I have always been completely surprised, and there have been years he's given me very expensive things, and years when it was just a few used CDs. He does not wear cologne, does not care for gadgets. He ALWAYS insists on paying for our dates, so the gift card idea was my way of footing the bill for some of our dates. Any suggestions?
2006-12-18 05:48:05 · update #1
Great idea! So many men at that age have everything they want, in the way of "general stuff", because if they want it they just go buy it. So, it is difficult to choose a gift for them. I love the nalgene bottles, they're the best. Maybe instead of "warm" socks (sounds like something a woman would like) pick up some specialty running socks at REI. The book of dates is a fun idea.
2006-12-18 03:20:46 · answer #1 · answered by luvlaketahoe 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think restaurant gift certificates would be a little lame, especially for a 47 year old man. If you're both training for a half marathon, why don't you treat yourselves to a couples massage session together (such as a sports massage)?
The sort of gift you're suggesting works when your 20-something, not for a middle aged man. Your gift should be age appropriate, a little more sophisticated.
2006-12-18 05:02:30 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-05 11:18:06 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know how long you have dated this guy, but it sounds okay. My brother drew a little story book for his fiancee at Christmas time one year and she said it was the best gift she ever recieved. Throw in a bottle of cologne and you will make a man very happy this holiday season. Good luck and GOD bless you.
2006-12-18 03:46:26 · answer #4 · answered by cookie 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You are promising your time and future dates as a gift? That is pretty lame to me. I think the whole idea is pretty lame. How would you like it if he bought you cookware and promised to come to dinner if you use it? Essentially the same thing.
2006-12-18 03:23:50 · answer #5 · answered by This is lame 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
We have an album full of left over memorabilia from the stuff we do. Like movie ticket stubs, sometimes restaurant reciepts to our favorite places, photos, etc. It was his idea.
And the stuff to aid in the marathon is great too!
2006-12-18 03:22:55 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
I'm not sure if he'll like it, but he would appreciate it. Gift certificates are a great idea though, sometimes it is tough to figure out what to get someone.
2006-12-18 03:19:22 · answer #7 · answered by Enterrador 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it's a nice idea. Like you said you are promising future dates and you are paying. It's basically inviting him on dates. I like it.
2006-12-18 03:23:52 · answer #8 · answered by voidtillnow 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The GC idea is a good one, if a bit unromantic. You can charge it up by actually making date "coupons" to go with them.
2006-12-18 03:17:02 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your idea seems to make sense when it comes down to fundamentals...my only question is would YOU be the one to dictate where the dates take place...he might take some offense to them.
2006-12-18 03:19:17 · answer #10 · answered by keith_boi2000 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋