I hate that question. Why? Because I never know the answer. I should probably point out that, for whatever reasons, it's not hard to come up with ideas for my parents. I generally ask for clothes or household items from them. Mom has awesome taste in clothes, and knows just what I like. She also knows that I love all things practical. It's easy to come up with stuff for her (and Dad).
But for my husband? Not so much so. I can't really tell him clothes, because unless I can point him to exactly what I want, and where to get it, it's not going to work. For the record, I am NOT bad mouthing him. He admits it, I agree, and I'm fine with it. He's gotten me some beautiful jewellery from time to time and it's been wonderful. Last Christmas, I asked for a deep fryer and a photo printer. What I got was a deep fryer and a printer that could do everything but cook your dinner and clean your bathroom. I LOVE it! I can even scan pictures!
But I digress. This shouldn’t be a big surprise to you.
What do you get for someone who really doesn't know what she wants? I love the practical stuff, but my husband is of the opinion that birthday presents should be something that you love, but that you wouldn't get for yourself. It took me years to convince him that the practical stuff (provided that's what I asked for) was the most excellent gift EVAH!
So what do I ask for, for my birthday? I love kitchen gadgets. I love my George Foreman grill. We have had a Webber since we got married which was 19 years ago. I don't think we will part with that any time soon (sentimental value and great tasting food!), but I've been wanting a gas grill for a while. It's much easier to use and you don't have to worry about starting the coals and the temperature outside would not be an issue. But. They are expensive. A little pricey for us now.
So I was considering one of these. Kind of a go between until we can get what we want.
What do you think? Do you have any ideas? Any and all suggestions are welcome. What should I ask for, for my birthday? Since the big day is Saturday, the sooner I get your answer, the better.
Comments
your poor husband! you want what you want but can't tell him what to get? my suggestion was going to be to tell you to write him a list of possibilities from which to choose. oh, well.
they aren't spectacular nor original, but maybe you could suggest he get you a gift certificate to the store you like to shop at, for clothes or whatever.
Posted by: bob at August 22, 2007 9:54 AM
I always can remember your birthday Moogs because it's on the same day as Little Man's! Saturday will be a busy day huh?
get a "pamper me" coupon. massage, manicure, facial...whatever. Hard to justify buying yourself sometimes, but it's a nice present for a birthday!!!!
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Posted by: Suzanne at August 22, 2007 1:33 PM
Hmm how to get the message across about what you want use messengers ;) leave the catalogue open at a specific page or something asking the girls which one they liked have them drop the hint to dad ;) Works for me..
Posted by: Gopher at August 22, 2007 5:58 PM
You guys are SO not helping!
"Something that you want but would never vuy for yourself"!
Gimme a hand, here!
Posted by: Him What at August 23, 2007 10:20 PM
If you love grillin', George Foreman or Weber outdoors, how about a good set of grill tools or a creative grill cookbook?
Posted by: Daisy at August 24, 2007 7:51 PM
