Comments on: Quick Question: Gifts or Cash?

By: tiff

tiff — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 01:07:09 +0000

I love surprises but having money to get some nice things would be good too, so long as you spend it on you. The last time I had money I bought the kids things… I got in big trouble from Dave, who now just buys gifts or will take me out shopping, so he can supervise.

By: Super Sarah

Super Sarah — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 10:38:24 +0000

Its my birthday this weekend and my hubby asked me the same thing this week. I got upset because I thought he had it all planned out. He is an excellent gift giver but I think he was struggling because money is so tight this year. Anyway, he admitted he already had a few little things but he wanted to check that I wasn’t expecting something huge! Actually all I really want is to leave the bubby with the in-laws, go see a movie, have an early night “wink, wink” and a late lie in!

By: Marita

Marita — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 06:59:08 +0000

I love shopping with my hubby and luckily he loves shopping with me.

So cash and we go shopping together. Would that work for you and Farmboy? I find it is a great bonding experience and often we find something to buy that we can share which extends the experience and IMHO makes the gift more special.

By: loz

loz — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 06:07:31 +0000

I would have my cake and eat it too a few small things to unwrap and cash to get to play with

By: Babyamore (Trish)

Babyamore (Trish) — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 05:47:54 +0000

I am in same position as you - it is my birthday next week and abit.
I say the small gifts for kids sake and a little excitement - the cash for your sake.
I think practically and frugally - I want to reduce the clutter and useless gift giving for the sake of it.

My DH choices are not always the best and I feel bad exchanging stuff …with little things it doesn’t matter and if you don’t like … re gift or else re-turn when he is unaware …I haven’t yet though.

By: lightening

lightening — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 05:44:01 +0000

Ooh Kelley - I already bought shoes. Yesterday!!! Black boots. With a heel. But low boots. Cos I have fat calves so no knee highs for me.

Thanks for your feedback people’s. I got grumpy with him because I was too tired to make a decision. So he’s said he’s going to work it out himself. Hopefully he doesn’t work out not to bother at all!!!

By: Kelley

Kelley — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 01:57:32 +0000

I am with the other girls… and then you can buy shoes!!!!!!!!!

By: Tina

Tina — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:52:40 +0000

I’d go with the smaller gifts and the money - best of both worlds. I love unwrapping gifts too. I’m just a big kid…lol

By: Suzie Cheel

Suzie Cheel — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:22:36 +0000

Des just had a birthday and i did the small present , number- he was thrilled, kept getting surprises and a scratchie too that had $ 4 when he scratched.

He seemed to think that was a real treat. it does depend on what he has in mind. A few years ago I got just one present, a very special necklace which i treasure plus a treat of swimming with the dolphins- truly wonderous!

That will probably really confuse you sorry

Love & hugs
Suzie
Ps what day is it?

By: Wendy

Wendy — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 00:17:11 +0000

Does he buy good pressies? If he knows what you love, go with the pressies. Or ask for a small gift and money to spend - best of both worlds. I usually get a gift voucher - last birthday it was to my local boutique.