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Djgirl5235

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 01:16 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
My "official" one year anniversary with my boyfriend/fiance is coming up, as well as his 30th birthday, our new house, and Christmas. Aside from our new house (which is a week and a half away) the others fall within 2 weeks of each other. Now, here is my dilemma... I have a man who loves to snowmobile, dirt-bike, downhill mountain bike... BUT has all the equipment etc. These are his hobbies. WHAT DO I BUY HIM?! He doesn't NEED anything. We do have the new house as of Hallowe'en, and I will be AWOL from the 30th - the 4th with moving, painting, unpacking etc., however... I'm going to have to start buying these gifts for him since the first occasion is just over a month away...

Any ideas??? Thanks so much everyone!

Pcakes2

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 01:28 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
As far as traditional anniversaries go...the first year is Paper.

Djgirl5235

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 01:37 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
What do I give him - a ream or two?

Lumbele

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 01:51 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Those reams could be turned into certificates that he can redeem at any time within the next year. Let your imagination run wild!wink3

Babyruth

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 01:55 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Paper could be tickets to something he likes...(dinner, concert, sports event...)

Heyltslori

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 01:57 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Well lets see... do you need anything for the new house? How about a lawn mower? tv or vcr for the bedroom? Clothes? Cologne? Tickets to a concert or an event he might enjoy? Some dvds, cd, or vhs tapes? A romantic dinner? A weekend away? Or if he is the kind of guy who has everything...you can alway call the National Star Registry and buy him his very own star! :)

good luck!

Suitsmefine

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 02:14 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I made gift certificates for my hubby, HE LOVED IT! I made him a gift basket with little gifts with matching certificates, for example...a bottle of flavored oil and certificates for massages...Just use your imagination!!

Resortgirl

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 02:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Guys love Home Depot! They love power tools... how about gift certificates to your neighborhood home center?

Lurknomore

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 02:26 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I'd suggest shopping around for something that might be associated with his hobbies. For example I have a very close guy friend who loves motorcycles...mercifully he hasn't gotten one yet but it's a passion of his. In my shopping travels I found a Harley phone. It's tucked in my closet for xmas.

Also you could borrow one of my most romantic gift/surprise things I did with an exboyfriend a few years back. We were away at a hotel (but you could do this at home), and I had him do sort of a scavenger hunt. It started with a note on the door, and I made rhymes and directions that led him to all sorts of little gifts hidden all over the place, and ended with finding me in the jacuzzi. He said it was one of the best things he had ever done. I got real clever in my clues, notes and gifts. Was a lot of fun to make too. And everything had some sort of meaning.

Those are my 2 thoughts.

Sia

Monday, October 21, 2002 - 09:26 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Djgirl, for the one-year anniversary, how about a paper gift in the form of a BOOK? Would he appreciate and use a repair manual for the brand of snowmobile he has (or for his car)? I've bought motor manuals from Amazon.com, and my husband has just really loved them. The prices are good, too.

Another paper idea: a hunting license? Paper targets? How about tickets to a sporting event? Magazine subscription to an outdoor-enthusiasts' publication? Just some ideas.

I bought my kids and hubby small acrylic throws that are fluffy and warm that we use on the sofa or on the floor when watching TV. They're warm and not too huge (not as big as a bedspread), so they're just right for a special movie. They come in nature patterns (bear, forest, eagle, etc.), but even come in *Gasp!* team-motifs.

How about special garments for his hobbies, like those high-tech new pants and jackets made of ultra-insulating fabric which wick away perspiration but aren't too bulky? Look at L.L. Bean or some other activewear catalogue for ideas.

Djgirl5235

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 05:47 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I knew if I asked, you guys would come up with some fantastic suggestions... I will definitely add them to the list I've made, and will let you know what I decide to do!!! It's hard with our anniversary on Dec 8, his birthday - Dec 11, and then Christmas of course!!! I will definitely let you know what the verdict is!!!

Jagger

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 06:20 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Being a guy, I would perfer to get gift certificates to the places I frequent, if he is into 4 wheeling, snowmobiling, etc. I would suggest certificates to the snowmobile or 4 wheeler dealerships, or outlets that sell that type of stuff. Most guys do like to pick out their own toys and accessories for the toys.

Djgirl5235

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 09:12 am EditMoveDeleteIP
The problem with gift certificates - because BELIEVE ME - I would prefer to give those to him, is that he has a severe shopping phobia. He lasts exactly 10 minutes ANYWHERE and then literally has to stop himself from running away screaming... It's actually quite funny to watch, but I'm also concerned, but funny nonetheless!!! He's marrying a SHOPAHOLIC so it's a source of contention for us!

Wiseolowl

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 09:16 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Djgirl does he go to the Sportsman Show in To in the fall If he doesnt he would love it. Unless it's already over.

Djgirl5235

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 10:45 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Wise - I don't think he's ever been - it's the whole "crowd" thing that would drive him crazy! I really can't explain his phobia - but what I could do (for the next sportshow - not until next year) is go on the Saturday, tape the event, go home, go through the footage with him, then go back the next day to get whatever it is he wants! That's HOW BAD he is with any kind of shopping. Let me tell you - groceries are a TREAT in our home!!!

Marysafan

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 10:55 am EditMoveDeleteIP
A man can never have too many flannel shirts, sweatshirts, or t-shirts! I buy hubby a flannel shirt every year for Christmas and then every time he wears it...I compliment him on how nice he looks in that shirt!

Also, a nice item that they would like, but not necessarily buy for themselves...especially if they have a shopping phobia...is a nice belt buckle. My dear mother-in-law bought hubby one with a snowmobiler on it for Christmas in 1977 and it is still his very favorite.

Jagger

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 01:05 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
You could always get him a catolog with hunting, fishing, 4 wheeling, etc stuff in it. Let him pick some stuff out and than you go purchase, or buy from the internet. I hate going shopping in most places like walmarts or targets, but places I enjoy like sporting goods places I don't mind. I too can't stand crowds, that's why I like to do my grocery shopping early early mornings.

Draheid

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 01:28 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Chiming in here, to expand on Jagger's idea. I know a lot of shopping websites these days have a 'wishlist' function where you can browse for things you would like to have and add them to a wishlist. You could research some of these sites and figure out how that feature works. Then bookmark the site and ask him to visit them and make some choices. He won't know exactly what he is getting until you make the final decision but at least it would be something he wants.

Silksmoke

Tuesday, October 22, 2002 - 01:53 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
You could go to http://www.ecoplanet.com/ go down the page to "Star Deed" and name a star after him. You are sent a registered "Star Deed" certificate. A star is given your loved ones name, and they also send a map so you can locate the star.

Wargod

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 01:14 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Hey, I have a question...whats the traditional gift for the 6th anniversary?

Djgirl5235

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 01:26 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
War - Traditionally: Sugar or Iron
Modern: Wood

Don't you just love these traditional ideas???

Draheid

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 01:30 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
The Anniversary Gift Guide
Anniversary TraditionalModern-Dayaccepted substitute
1stPaperClocks
2ndCottonChina
3rdLeatherCrystal & Glass
4thLinenElectrical Appliancessilk
5thWoodSilverware
6thIronWood
7thWoolDesk Setscopper
8thBronzeLinens & Lace
9thPotteryLeatherChina
10thTinDiamond Jewelryaluminum
11thSteelFashion Jewelry/ Accessories
12thSilkPearls/Colored Gems
13thLaceTextiles & Furs
14thIvoryGold Jewelry
15thCrystalWatches
20thChinaPlatinum
25thSilverSterling Silver Jubilee
30thPearlDiamond
35thCoralJade
40thRubyRuby
45thSapphireSapphire
50thGoldGold
55thEmeraldEmerald
60thDiamondDiamond

Wargod

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 01:48 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Thanks guys. What'd I say last night, Dra?? LOL...always know where to go.

Now I just have to decide on somthing that is wood, iron, or sugar...hmmm.

Babyruth

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 02:01 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Wrong! 8th is fine digital cameras.
At least, that's what I keep saying around here...

Draheid

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 02:40 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Wargod: Although I don't know this from personal experience as I have no interest in it, from what I've heard and seen over the years, it almost looks like the 6th anniversary was made for golfers ... don't they call their clubs woods and irons? I could be wrong and I'm sure someone here will tell me ! Maybe a nice club ... for the both of you. He can use it on the course, and you can use it to keep him in line! :O

Wargod

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 02:42 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Dra, in that case, mine would be the only use of it! He wouldn't know what the heck to do with a club!

Secretsmile

Wednesday, October 23, 2002 - 03:24 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
DJ, another idea for paper is magazine subscriptions about some of his favorite hobbies. Or even a nice framed print or photo of the landscape he likes to snomobile on, or bike on, ect.

And you Wargod, just what does your hubby like? There are a zillion ideas I have for iron!

Love you all
Liz

Wiseolowl

Monday, October 28, 2002 - 06:12 am EditMoveDeleteIP
DJ a couple of more ideas - can you get a gps - the satellite positioning system installed in his car - or some other vehicle he uses. or do you have a remote car starter - they come in handy in the Canadian winters

Djgirl5235

Monday, October 28, 2002 - 07:35 am EditMoveDeleteIP
They definitely do come in handy, but unfortunately, installing them on our vehicles voids the manufacturers warranty for the vehicle, and as both of our cars are only 4 months old, we'll have to tough out the winter...

On another note though, you guys are the best!!! We went over to Home Depot on Saturday to get paint for our new house (painting tomorrow!), and while we were there I made him go through the whole store showing me things that he wants... Gas powered trimmer; electric palm sander; chopsaw; etc... I have a lot of ideas now, thank goodness!!!! If I could save up the money in time for our anniversary I would get him the chopsaw, since he was salivating over it, but I don't have enough time to. I'm definitely getting him gift certificates for his birthday for both Home Depot & Canadian Tire (his other favourite store) and let him go nuts!!!

Thanks for your help!!!