Q. My youngest brother is about to graduate from high school and move to college. My mom is a housewife and has done nothing but take care of her kids (there are four of us) for the past 30 years. In addition to her youngest moving out, one of my other brothers is about to graduate from college and is moving out of state to pursue his doctorate.
In addition to graduation gifts for my little brothers I would also like to get something nice for my mom. I want to get her something that would help her transition without rubbing it in.
In addition to graduation gifts for my little brothers I would also like to get something nice for my mom. I want to get her something that would help her transition without rubbing it in.
A. First, you're really cool to be thinking like this.
A pet may not be a bad idea, but do not pick it out for her. This often doesn't work and then creates problems, and is also unfair to the pet if it ends up being returned. But if you like the idea of this, you could put together a cute basket that had a gift card to petsmart or petco and a cute coupon you could hand make showing a puppy or kitten (and stating you're going to pay for it). Then tell her you'll make it a fun day for both of you when you pick up the new one and get all his cute stuff. Depending on what she wants, petfinder has just about everything and craigslist has non-rescue type animals. If you go this route, I'd also suggest strongly that wherever you get the animal, you require vet records. There's some great animals on craigslist, but there's a lot of sordid types who just get them from puppy mills and resell without even getting them to a vet. So you want a healthy one. And it's kitten season so there's kittens everywhere right now! She could even get 2 kittens - it can be easier. Oh well, it may not even be an option but I agree if done right it could be cool.
Otherwise, I agree with the others that it would be fun to think of an interest of hers and get something to help her pursue it. For example, if she loves cake decorating, find out where there's a class near you - restaurants, community college, etc. Or just cooking in general. Then you could "give" her the class and a cookbook to go with it.
And the same type of thing with other interests, but the goal would be to get her out of the house and meeting new people. That's why I thought of cooking class because these things are great for empty nesters. If cooking wouldn't work, check through the local college catalogue for non-credit courses - something will strike you that she'd enjoy.
A pet may not be a bad idea, but do not pick it out for her. This often doesn't work and then creates problems, and is also unfair to the pet if it ends up being returned. But if you like the idea of this, you could put together a cute basket that had a gift card to petsmart or petco and a cute coupon you could hand make showing a puppy or kitten (and stating you're going to pay for it). Then tell her you'll make it a fun day for both of you when you pick up the new one and get all his cute stuff. Depending on what she wants, petfinder has just about everything and craigslist has non-rescue type animals. If you go this route, I'd also suggest strongly that wherever you get the animal, you require vet records. There's some great animals on craigslist, but there's a lot of sordid types who just get them from puppy mills and resell without even getting them to a vet. So you want a healthy one. And it's kitten season so there's kittens everywhere right now! She could even get 2 kittens - it can be easier. Oh well, it may not even be an option but I agree if done right it could be cool.
Otherwise, I agree with the others that it would be fun to think of an interest of hers and get something to help her pursue it. For example, if she loves cake decorating, find out where there's a class near you - restaurants, community college, etc. Or just cooking in general. Then you could "give" her the class and a cookbook to go with it.
And the same type of thing with other interests, but the goal would be to get her out of the house and meeting new people. That's why I thought of cooking class because these things are great for empty nesters. If cooking wouldn't work, check through the local college catalogue for non-credit courses - something will strike you that she'd enjoy.
What are gifts for a Japanese family?
Q. I am hosting a Japanese girl guide (I am a scout) with me for the week and we are supposed to get gifts for her and her family. She has an older sister (18), a younger brother (13) and a younger sister (11) and also her parents and herself. She is 17. I am from Calgary AB and so far I have given her a dream catcher and a bag from the Siksika Nation.
A. Bottled, factory-sealed maple syrup will be fine for the parents, just check it in since it is a liquid. Anything really that says "Canada" will be appreciated. Since it sounds like the girl is bringing them back herself though, you'd do well with light and flat items. T-shirts work, though small candies and strange flavors are always interesting especially for the younger children. Smoked salmon is fine if its checked in and sealed in its original packaging. Since it's a common gift, some smoked salmon packages even have multilingual declarations (including Japanese) indicating that they're approved for export.
The dreamcatcher and the local products are a great idea -- i know many Japanese exchange students who like dreamcatchers and these sorts of charms. Canada pins might work too, since they are small and can be used for many things, and even if they don't like it it won't cause them too much trouble.
The souvenirs are a gesture. If they're nice and personal, that is great. If not, to be perfectly honest they shouldn't be upset. Even a box of chocolates from the airport gift shop would suffice. After all, in the Japanese mindset they actually are more indebted and grateful to you for taking care of their daughter, and the gifts are just a pleasant formality.
The dreamcatcher and the local products are a great idea -- i know many Japanese exchange students who like dreamcatchers and these sorts of charms. Canada pins might work too, since they are small and can be used for many things, and even if they don't like it it won't cause them too much trouble.
The souvenirs are a gesture. If they're nice and personal, that is great. If not, to be perfectly honest they shouldn't be upset. Even a box of chocolates from the airport gift shop would suffice. After all, in the Japanese mindset they actually are more indebted and grateful to you for taking care of their daughter, and the gifts are just a pleasant formality.
thoughts on unique ways to make older child special?
Q. I have a beautiful 12 year old daughter. Now I am pregnant again. What can I do to make the moment I share this with her special. Gift ideas? She already has a 4 year old half brother over at her Dad's house. But she has been my only for 12 years.
A. My younger brother is 10 years younger than me. Looking back on it, the most special thing they did was let me carry the baby from the car to the house when they brought him home. Showed they trusted me.
No gifts - that's bribing, you don't want to start that.
No gifts - that's bribing, you don't want to start that.
What does america have that france does not?
Q. I'm a student going to france for 2 weeks and I'm visiting a good friend of mine in toulouse. I'd like to take a gift for him and his younger brother. What would they like from america?
A. I live in Toulouse and i'm half French and half Irish so i have both cultures in me. I have a passion for America so i have a few ideas:
- Bring back something that represents America, like a number plate from the state you live in.
- If he likes sports i'm sure you can find good stuff about the NBA, NFL, NHL and MLB.
- One penpal gave me a one dollar note, it's always something Europeans like.
That's about it, France has everything just like like America, so in my opinion you should do something like that. I hope i helped
PS: Toulouse is a lovely city: warm, nice to live in and the people are known in France to be the friendliest. Enjoy your time there =)
- Bring back something that represents America, like a number plate from the state you live in.
- If he likes sports i'm sure you can find good stuff about the NBA, NFL, NHL and MLB.
- One penpal gave me a one dollar note, it's always something Europeans like.
That's about it, France has everything just like like America, so in my opinion you should do something like that. I hope i helped
PS: Toulouse is a lovely city: warm, nice to live in and the people are known in France to be the friendliest. Enjoy your time there =)
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