Sabtu, 17 Agustus 2013

What are the Best Gift ideas for Dad?

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Ana


My dads birthday is on 23 december. It is also christmas so we get to give him one gift instead of two.However he has many gadgets such as GPS , Work toosl etc. What are some Best Gift ideas for a dad who has everything?


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I say get him some good cigars, or a nice briar tobacco pipe and some pipe tobacco.

What should I get my Dad for Christmas?

Q. Hi everyone,
Christmas is in a few days and I'm still looking for a good gift idea for my dad! I have no idea what to give him! I've seen a few good ideas but they were just a bit too highly priced for me (if you know what I mean... :S) Up to about, let's say... 50$, what are you're gift ideas? I'm open minded and would love to hear your suggestions!


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Well, does he have a favorite sports team? Get him a jersey or something unique from his favorite team. Does he need something like tools, clothes, etc. What's his job? Can he use something for his desk or briefcase? No matter what you get him, he will love it. You're his child and any gift that a parent receives from a child is priceless. Believe me. Have a blessed Christmas.




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I need gift ideas for boys who love spiderman?

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just chill


I'm Christmas shopping online, and all that I have left are a 4 year old boy and a 6 year old boy. They both love spiderman and all of the characters associated with him. I want some good gift ideas that would make their Christmas special. They already have the costumes, and I would like to stay away from the "toy" thing (they have plenty of spiderman toys). I plan to spend between 50 and 60 dollars on each child, and get them at least two gifts. Any ideas?


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Do they have the movies? Maybe you could buy all of them. Or you could go with one of the following:

http://www.amazon.com/Spiderman-Giant-Applique-Sticker-Mural/dp/B001DB2JFY/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&s=home-garden&qid=1221244639&sr=8-18

http://www.amazon.com/Spider-Man-614SMC0011TR-Preschool-3-Wheeled-Scooter/dp/B0001B15ZW/ref=sr_1_26?ie=UTF8&s=toys-and-games&qid=1221244639&sr=8-26

http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_t/002-7615875-4873641?url=search-alias%3Dtoys-and-games&field-keywords=spiderman+walkie+talkie&x=0&y=0

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Hulu


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.


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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.




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What is the best gift you have given or received? Looking for ideas for inlaws who have everything!?

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blue_eyed_


Low cost, thoughtful gift ideas please. Thank you!


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My in-laws have everything also. We ordered food gift baskets for most family members this year, everyone eats right? Try Harry and David or Wine Country Gift Baskets, both are nice, costs range from $20-$100 or more depending on size. Some ar tailored to hobbies, like golfing, gardening..

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Honeybee


I'm not fond of mine, but I need good ideas for this holiday season coming up. I don't have a lot of money so I usually start now and buy a gift each paycheck so by xmas everyone has something nice. I really am lost this year because we are just cordual with one another and they are not close. I have to do all the shopping since my lazy, careless husband wouldn't even think to give them a card. I wish so much I didn't care.


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Do they have any hobbies - travel or gardening, etc. You could get them a book that relates to their hobbies - they can both read and enjoy it. When all else fails, there's the good old magic gift certificate. Get one for a nice restaurant so they can have a night out. If you have live theatre near you, you could get them tickets for a show, or tickets for a concert that's coming after the New Year. Even though you don't have much of a relationship with them, the gift is also from their son so it still should be nice and something relevant to their lives.




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Jumat, 16 Agustus 2013

What are some good gift ideas to give my boyfriend for our 2nd anniversary?

What are some good gift ideas for someone who is in the hospital?

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Hope F


I have a friend who was in a car accident and has a broken pelvis bone and had an aterie sticking out of his side. He had to have 3 surgeries. I need girft ideas that i could give him. He is a 13 year old male and my best friends bf, so make sure that the gift ideas are gifts that 13 year old boys would like.


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~A portable DVD player, an I Pod, or a lot of books? Go to the gift shop and look around.~

What to get for family Christmas presents?




goughdrop


Can anyone give me some ideas for good Christmas presents for the following family members? (Budget is $50 AUD)

1. Couple in mid 40's
2. 13 year old girl
3. 15 year old boy

They have everything they need, so I am just looking for some gift ideas (maybe nice soaps, perfumes, clothing etc)

Thank you for helping out!



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Greetings.

I am so glad you have asked this question. I have simply been DYING to answer a question like this. As this is my specialty, I am expecting best answer.

A couple in their mid-fourties do like very different things, I suggest getting the wife a nice soap and bath salt pack or a nice smelling perfume etc. For the man perhaps a casual T-shirt or some nice sunnies. Unless of course they are lesbian/gay I would not know.

The 13 year old girl, perhaps some nice jewelry or perfume or clothes. They seem to be ravelled up in popularity and wanting good presents. I suggest getting her something she will actually like.

15 year old boys, are often easy. I suggest clothes, or a nice colonge. They never expect much, but always like a nice suprise. Probably get him something he can keep for a while.






Hope I helped, I know I did.




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Kamis, 15 Agustus 2013

I have a 8 year anniversary coming up any good ideas for something fun and spicey, but inexpensive?

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Q. Just looking for something fun for an anniversary present. We have a 5 & 7 year old so we haven't had a lot of time for just us, so figured I could see if anyone knew of a unique but not naughty present idea to help us get some time to get back to just us.


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My wife gave me a great little gift this year for our anniversary. It's called a Love Rock and you exchange it between eachother as a signal that you are "needing" them that day. It can mean that you want to make love, but we also use it for different reasons, like I need a massage or a back tickling. Most of the time it leads to something more, but it's because we want to not because we feel obligated to. One person gives the rock and that is what you do for that person, then they keep it for when they are wanting it. We committed to using it once a week each, so it keeps up meeting up twice a week for just us. You can find it at letsmakeloverock.com

What to get two very special teachers?




Barbara C


I have a 6 year old in first grade and a 5 year old in kindergaten. They attend a Christian school and their teachers have been so wonderful, I can't even describe it. My first grader has blossomed and has so much more self confidence and is ecstatic to go to school and my 5 year old, whom we had so much problems with at the public school, has become a totally different child between my husband and I working with his teacher. They are totally different children than they were a few months ago when they enrolled in this school. The first grade teacher is a woman and the kindergaten teacher is a man. Any unique ideas for an end of the year gift, or project my children could do to show our appreciation. We will be leaving to Kansas this summer so they will not see them next year. We want them to know how they have changed our lives as well as our children.


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I taught last year and Ihave to say that I had tons of coffee cups all ready! One of my students's parents made a little scrap book of pics of me and the student . Another parent sent me a card during the summer with a small note from the child with a photo of the child. That meant more to me than a coffee mug ever could. Also, for you to acknowledge to the principal the impact this teacher has made upon your children will also mean a great deal to the teacher. Most of the time, principals only hear complaints and they appreciate it when they get the compliments about their teachers.




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What's a good gift idea for my brother who wants to be a federal agent?

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newsgal


I'm trying to think of a really great gift idea for my brother for his 21st birthday. He's really into his studies (criminal justice major, arabic minor), and already has had several jobs in his field. He wants to someday be some kind of federal agent (FBI, Homeland, Secret Service, etc.). Any good ideas from people who know a lot more about this than me?

Thanks for your help!



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Visit Police Link for great reviews of Law Enforcement and Police related products. All the reviews are by actual law enforcement officers and their families, and there are a lot of different products and reviews to read.

Right now the altima black exposed boots, the three slot holster, and the Maxpedition Fat Boy ultra-pack are popular products among members.

Christmas gift ideas for my 2 and a half year old daughter?




Lacems


I want some great christmas gift ideas for my daughter. I missed last christmas with her so this year I wanna make it extra special. She likes Dora, wonder pets, barbies and mermaids. I want good play kitchen sets too so please help me and add links where possible. Thanks.


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http://www.walmart.com/ip/Step2-Lifestyle-Custom-Kitchen/5903083
This is the cutest kitchen and it has extra things that really cheap looking toy kitchens dont




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What should I get my brother and father for Christmas? Gift ideas please?

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krich613


ok, so I need to know what to get both my dad and brother for christmas. My price limit is probably $20-$30 dollars each. My brother is 20 and my dad is in his late 40's. They both are huge michigan football fans but also have plenty of michigan things. they are also sports fans and exercise a lot. My brother goes to college and my dad is a business man.give me some gift ideas for them please. thanks a bunch and best answer gets 10 pts.


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get your brother whos 20 a countdown clock to when he can finally drink some beer and gamble.
and get your dad tickets to watch an nfl game ... on the top tier its only usually about $27

What are your valentines gift ideas for your husbands?




Nicole


Time is ticking and I can not think of a creative gift idea for my husband!! I have searched and searched and can't find anything! Do any of you have any cute creative ideas on what your doing for your man?? If you do, please share!!!


Answer
I sent my bf a photo mosaic.
I use all of our photos and the picture we like as the cell photos to make a large picture.
He said it's sweet and creative.




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I need Christmas gift ideas for a one year old?

What should I get my sister for her 21st birthday?

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Cara


I want to get her something really great because she goes out of her way to make everyone elses birthday special. But I only have $40. Btw I'm 16. I asked this question before and got some not so great ideas for gifts. So plz nothing to do with alcohol. I want to give her something she'd be able to keep forever and really like
any ideas. :)



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What does she like to do for fun? You can get her some things for her hobbies. So if she likes to knit you could get her some yarn
Books
Movies
CDs
Hair things
A bath set
Make up
Clothes
Jewelry
Things for her room. So maybe a poster for her wall or a blanket for her bed

Or you might try making her a gift
You can make a scrapbook of your time spent together. You would take construction paper and old photos you have. Glue the photos to the paper. Maybe put a couple of nice words under the photos. Than hole punch the ends of the paper and tie them with string. Or get a three ring binder and put them in there

You can make a memory box. This is where you take a cardboard box and decorate the outside of it. You can use paint. Than put flowers or puzzle peaces, buttons or photos on the outside of it. Than on the inside put things that remind you of your sister. So if she likes cookies you can put a cookie candle

You can make her a homemade picture frame. You take construction paper and cut it out in to a square. Than you glue something all long the outside of it. So you might do puzzle peaces or silk flowers or maybe buttons. Than you put a photo of the two of you inside it.

You can take a clay pot and paint the outside of it. Than put a plant inside and give that to her

Homemade cards go a long way. My sister still has all the ones I have made for her

If you know how you can knit her a scarf or hat

Or you can take a photo album and fill it with photos of you and your family and give that to her

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What should I get my sister for her 21st birthday?




Cara


I want to get her something really great because she goes out of her way to make everyone elses birthday special. But I only have $40. Btw I'm 16. I asked this question before and got some not so great ideas for gifts. So plz nothing to do with alcohol. I want to give her something she'd be able to keep forever and really like
Any ideas :)



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A Long Island Iced Tea. Oh well, give her the $40 and tell her to have a good time.




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Rabu, 14 Agustus 2013

What are some good gift ideas for teenage girls?

What are some great quotes about fathers day or Dads?

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Q. As many as you have - thanks


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The greatest gift I ever had came from God, and I call him Dad! Chaz Terry collection, orig author unknown

Any guy can be a father, but it takes a real man to be a Daddy! Philip Whitmore

My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me. Jim Valvano

He didn't tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it. Clarence Budington Kelland

My father used to play with my brother and me in the yard. Mother would come out and say, "You're tearing up the grass." "We're not raising grass," Dad would reply. "We're raising boys." Harmon Killebrew

One father is more than a hundred Schoolmasters. George Herbert

It is not flesh and blood but the heart which makes us fathers and sons. Johann Schiller

When I was a boy of fourteen, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be twenty-one, I was astonished at how much he had learned in seven years. Mark Twain

Spread the diaper in the position of the diamond with you at bat. Then fold second base down to home and set the baby on the pitcher's mound. Put first base and third together, bring up home plate and pin the three together. Of course, in case of rain, you gotta call the game and start all over again. Jimmy Piersal, on how to diaper a baby, 1968

It is a wise father that knows his own child. William Shakespeare

I cannot think of any need in childhood as strong as the need for a father's protection. Sigmund Freud

When a father gives to his son, both laugh; when a son gives to his father, both cry. Jewish Proverb

A man never stands as tall as when he kneels to help a child. Knights of Pythagoras

4 years: My Daddy can do anything!
7 years: My Dad knows a lot…a whole lot.
8 years: My father does not know quite everything.
12 years: Oh well, naturally Father does not know that either.
14 years: Oh, Father? He is hopelessly old-fashioned.
21 years: Oh, that man-he is out of date!
25 years: He knows a little bit about it, but not much.
30 years: I must find out what Dad thinks about it.
35 years: Before we decide, we will get Dad's idea first.
50 years: What would Dad have thought about that?
60 years: My Dad knew literally everything!
65 years: I wish I could talk it over with Dad once more.
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One night a father overheard his son pray: Dear God, Make me the kind of man my Daddy is. Later that night, the Father prayed, Dear God, Make me the kind of man my son wants me to be. Unknown

Blessed indeed is the man who hears many gentle voices call him father! Lydia M. Child, Philothea: A Romance, 1836

Dad, you're someone to look up to no matter how tall I've grown. Unknown

It doesn't matter who my father was; it matters who I remember he was. Anne Sexton

The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother. Henry Ward Beecher

..."the man before him was not an aging father but a boy, a boy much like himself, a boy who grew up and had a child of his own and, as best he could, out of a sense of duty and, perhaps love, adopted a role called Being a Father so that his child would have something mythical and infinitely important: a Protector, who would keep a lid on all the chaotic and catastrophic possibilities of life." Tom Wolfe, The Bonfire of the Vanities

more here:
http://www.quotegarden.com/dad-day.html
http://www.blessingsforlife.com/history/fatherquotes.htm
http://www.fathersdaycelebration.com/inspirational-quotes.html

need ideas for a 12-13 year old christmas gifts! many ideas please!?




Kopu


I have no idea what hes into, a price range of 0-250 total! I need multiple gift ideas, thank you so much for helping!


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Is he into gaming? If so, Halo 4, Assassins Creed 3, and Black Ops 2 recently came out. ($60 Each) make sure they are on whichever console he has.

Does he have an iPhone, iPod or an iPad? If so you can never go wrong with a gift card or maybe a case with something cool on it. (price varies.)

Does he have a Kindle Fire? If so, maybe a case or an Amazon gift card.

Does he like NFL? Maybe a jersey of his favorite team/ favorite player (which you can ask his parents about)

Is he really into books? If so how about a kindle fire? Or just an average kindle or nook? With a giftcard.

Does he like movies? If so how about some of his favorite movies? Or if he has an xbox,iPod,ipad,iphone,playstation 3, or a wii and an internet connection how about a year long Netflix subscription? Its $8 a month.

This one may sound lame- but socks and hoodies. I personally love hoodies find his favorite brand. Northface? Under Armour? Nike? And with socks- everyone loves socks man i wish that my holiday season consisted of more socks. Get his favorite color, a design that he might like. If he's athletic than Nike Elite socks are great, so are under armour.

Does he like music but not have an iPod? If so then you can buy an ipod nano for a reasonable sum online and pick up a giftcard. Or maybe you can go the extra expensive mile and get him an ipod touch.

Headphones are a necessity for teenagers. Skullcandy and Beats are the most popular, but They break rather easily. I like Sennheisers and SOLs.

All else fails buy him a wallet and put some cash/ giftcards in it.

Hope I helped.




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What are 7 year old girls into these days?

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Just curio


I need to buy something for my goddaughter who turned 7 today. I am not that close to her unfortunately as I do not see her often but I still get her presents and hopefully will see her for her birthday this year. But I have no idea what 7 year old girls are into. I doubt it's Dora the Explorer as that was her favorite show. So any ideas of what I can get her to surprise her?


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My 7-year old daughter liked Dora as a 3-4 year old, but no more! Here are her current favorites:
* Polly Pocket
* Doll house
* Jewelry & hair clips
* Disney princesses
* Outdoor toys; roller blades, bicycle, jump rope. She loves to decorate her bike.
* Interesting school supplies (cute erasers, sparkly pencils, stickers, and sets of colored pencils, paints, etc.)
She's not crazy about Barbies, but some of her friends like them.
Her aunt gave her a gift certificate to Target last spring, and that was VERY exciting for her.

Hope that gives you some ideas!

I need a gift idea. What can I give a 7 year old ghost for Christmas?




Tikimodph


I have a 7 year old female ghost living with me. She's mostly quiet and shy but she wants to be noticed and recognized. She will do what ever it takes to be acknowledged. I just to acknowledge her with something special this Christmas. Any thoughts?


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You get props just for asking this oO I think that most little girls like dolls and what not, if you want to go that route.




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What should i get my dad for his 50th birthday?

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Saturday is my dad's 50th birthday and i need to get him something fast! Any interesting ideas?


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Get him something from his his birth year.

If he has a good sense of humor you can also get him something funny.

You can find gag gifts for 50th birthday at most malls. If you have time you can also find items on amazon specifically targeted towards the 50th birthday.

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Dave R


I need help on gift ideas, and unique decorating, etc. It's my mom's birthday and we have rented a room at a resturant. What do you thonk of pictures of my mom during different satges - little girl, teen, wedding, etc? Thanks for all answers.


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a picture board is a great idea- I did one for my moms 60th party and she had a great time showing off her pics to everyone! Go get one of those tri-fold display boards and put tons of pics of her throughout the years on it- or you can make a slide show and play it on someones laptop computer- whichever works better for you. For decorating I just used my moms favorite colors- pink, purple, and silver accents- we had fake flower petals scattered down the center of the tables and a set of pretty candles next to a vase of lillies. I also found small travel candles for 50 cents and had one of those at each table setting as a party favor for the guests. We had balloon arrangements all over the room and hung streamers and some birthday banners too. I had also found on Ebay a book all about the year she was born and we had that on the picture table so people could look through that also and I found a Life magazine from th week she was born on there too (I gave that as a gift to her and she loved it).
so as far as decorations- go with something that you think she would like, maybe vases of her favorite flowers all over, or make it a theme relating to her favorite hobby and decorate along those lines (gardening, bingo, quilting- whatever!) This is a good time also to get some family pictures taken so make sure to gather up the whole group before people start to leave to get some good family shots.




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What gift should I bring my Japanese friend?

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Suquida


It should also be noted that I'm interested in starting a relationship with her, if that changes your ideas for a gift. She's from Tokyo and is coming to NYC for a few weeks to study. I'm from Florida. What sort of thing should I bring her, is there anything specific that the Japanese like as gifts?
...Yeah, I don't think bringing sushi to a Japanese friend would be the best idea.



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People always ask stuff like this and I always think that they are putting too much emphasis on "Japanese". Have you ever given a girl a gift before? What did you give? Notice how I said "girl" and not "English girl", "Korean girl", "Russian girl", "Spanish girl" or anything like that? Ethnicity does not make a girl super unique. It is not possible to generalize an entire ethnicity and say "oh, so she is Japanese. You should give her Hello Kitty merchandise.". By generalizing her, you have already made your first mistake and probably won't do well if you plan on starting a relationship.
That being said, how could random strangers on Yahoo possibly know a better idea for a gift than what you can think of? You obviously know her better than any of us. What kind of things does she like? What are her interests? Sure, I could give some half-assed suggestions that most girls would like, like saying "a box of chocolate", but do you really want such a dull idea? You say you are from Florida, right? How about something that is famous from your area? Hey, Disney World is in Florida. Does she like something Disney? How about a stuffed alligator? These are the only kinds of suggestions I can give for someone I don't know anything about.

What is an appropriate thank you gift for someone who let me stay in their apartment in New York City?




revmccormi


I traveled from out of town to spend two days in New York City. The lady and her cousin were friends of a friend and they let me use their apartment as home base and showed me around the town a bit. I'd like to show my appreciation. I already bought them lunch but thought a card and a gift would be in order as well.


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A gift or gift card is a good idea. If you are going to get a gift card, make sure the store is close to them. As you know, most of us NYC folks don't own cars. If they live in Manhattan, having to truck out to Brooklyn to use the gift card may be more trouble than it is worth. An Amazon gift card is a good choice.

What would be a fun gift is local goodies from your hometown. Is there anything special that they may not be able to get easily here that you can get at home? I'm thinking something like See's chocolates if they are sweet eaters.

Something consumable is better than something that will take up space.

Also be sure to write them a thank you note. Tell them what you thought was extra special about your trip. Share a favorite memory. Gifts come and go, but they seem like caring people, knowing that they were able to show you a great time will make them happy.




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Selasa, 13 Agustus 2013

for a secret santa survey what you want to be on it?

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mcgraw_hil


about 4 years ago when my last little cousin was born, we started a christmas tradition of doing secret santa with the cousins because, including me there are 6 of us, the youngest is 4 and is a girl, the next youngest is 8 and a girl, the next youngest is 12 and a boy, the next two are 14 and are boys and i am the oldest at 17. so that our parents (the ones who buy the gifts) wouldn't have to buy for all 5 kids plus their own.

so i type up the surveys and the same questions are on it every year, favorite color, favorite movie, favorite cereal, top three things you want for christmas, top three favorite places to get a girl card to (works with the older kids not so much the 4 year old) stuff like that and usually the same answers make it on to the favorites list. what would be some new fun ideas for the survey, i know its early, but its my senior year and i've super busy and nearly forgot about them last year till the day before thanksgiving(when we pick our secret santa people) and i don't want that to happen again. no nasty answers please!



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The questions you already have seem fine to me. There aren't any other questions I can think of regarding what gifts they want.

Some help please, questions on first time home buying?




Lores R


I’m not sure if I posted this in the right section, but I want to buy my mom a house for Christmas of 2010, but I really don’t know all the ins and outs that I think I should be aware of before buying a house. Like back taxes? Escrow repairs? City inspection?

Let me give some background information. My mom’s mother died when she was 4 years old, and her father drank himself to death when she was 16. From the time of her being a very young child she was shuffled from different foster homes, with no one really caring about her. She had my older sister at 18, another girl at 20 whom she gave up for adoption, and then me at 24.

We were always very poor, sometimes without heat or electricity, or food to eat. We had to take many meals in a homeless shelter, and sometimes lived in shelters. When I turned 16 I started working, and helping with the bills, and moved out at 19. I got married, and recently divorced. Since I’ve been divorced I’ve been doing great, improving my credit and saving up money.

My mom lives in Jackson, Michigan. If you go to century21.com you will see the houses there are VERY inexpensive. There is one in particular for $16,900.00. My credit score is only 604 right now, but I have 2 credit cards that I’ve had over a year and have never been late on them, so I’m hoping my score will be higher in November of next year.

What are my finance options? I was planning on putting 20% down. I know most loans are based on 30 years, but I know that this loan stretched out over 30 years is highly unlikely (and what? 75 a month? Haha). But I also can’t afford to pay 17k right out, either.

Can anyone give me some ideas of what to expect? Also, my plan is to go to Michigan for Thanksgiving next year ( I live in NYC) and start the loan process. Given worst case scenarios, when can I expect to give my mom a gift box with her keys inside?
Hmm, now I just have more questions.

Well I do think buying a house for my mom would keep her much less stressed. Do you think that she lives in a good neighborhood now? She doesn't. She rents an apartment currently in the same neighborhood that these houses are for sale in. It's not a good neighborhood, but it's where I grew up, and where she has always lived.



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you can get a 15, 20 or 30 yr mortgage - the shorter mortgages usually have lower int rates

you may have to make it a personal loan or "Home Equity to purchase" loan

I bought 2 house last year that cost under $23,000 each - got a regular mortgage on one and a Home equity to Purchase" loan on the other - higher int rate, but payments are about $200/mo each and I rent one house out for $500/mo, my ex and kids live in the other one

look at houses online at www.realtor.com
while you are in Michigan - contact a real estate agent and sign them up as your buyer's rep (no cost to you) - they can then get you the official MLS listing that will show more details than Realtor.com, like RE taxes, etc

research data on different towns at www.city-data.com - has stats on crime, unemployment, demographic info, more

On top of 20% down, yo will need another $1000-2000 for closing costs, inspections, etc.

when you next visit - try and get to see your top 2-3 choices for houses in person - ask lots of questions - get disclosure documents

when you make a decision, and AFTER you get pre-approved for a mortgage, and are ready to make a written offer - include in that offer - CONTINGENCIES for the home inspection, and anything else your RE agent suggests - the contingencies will allow you to back out of the deal and get your deposit money back if the home winds up having major problems discovered in the inspection

for $17000, don't expect a pristine house, but if there is termite or mold issues, RUN AWAY - you won;t get your inspection money back, but it would have cost you a ton more to deal with those issues after buying the house - IF the mortgage company even went thru with financing - they might not if there are major issues - same thing with homeowners insurance - they might not insure the house if it has a leaky roof

Insure the house for the REPLACEMENT value - which may be $150,000 or more - it will still only cost $500/yr or so and well worth it, otherwise if house burns down, you have no house and you still have a mortgage to pay, plus no where to live

GET a professional FULL HOUSE inspection, including termites, mold and Radon gas (about $400-600 total)




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What is the proper gift to give your wife after your first baby?

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crazzyspot


We are expecting our 1st baby Aug 18th. We are having a boy and its our first baby. What is a great gift idea for my wife for blessing me with a healthy son? Any suggestions?
Man some good suggestions so far. Thumbs up 2 everyone!



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a mothers ring with the baby's birth stone or a necklace or bracelet with the baby's birth stone.

What is the proper gift to give your wife after your first baby?







We are expecting our 1st baby Aug 18th. We are having a boy and its our first baby. What is a great gift idea for my wife for blessing me with a healthy son? Any suggestions?


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a mothers ring with the baby's birth stone or a necklace or bracelet with the baby's birth stone.




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What should I get my nine year old son for Christmas?

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Jaded Mise


He has tons of video games, and I'm trying to steer clear of that this year. What do boys tend to really like besides playstation stuff?


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Christmas gift suggestions:

1.
http://www.momswhothink.com/christmas/christmas-gift-ideas.html
2.
http://www.xmasgiftideas.org/

3. Gift certificates.

4. Food makes good Christmas gifts. Items that can be found at your grocery store or malls during December - they are in gift boxes and bags:

Tin of Danish cookies.
Box of chocolates.
Box of different types of cheeses.
Box of different types of sausages.
Fruit baskets.
And many more.

5. Christmas center pieces delivered from a florist or you can deliver yourself. Great for moms.

6. DVD movies, add a box of microwave popcorn.

7. Books.
You can also buy CD books.

8. Disney Family Fun - Make Cookies In a Jar for gifts:
http://familyfun.go.com/recipes/holiday-cookies-in-a-jar-804109/

What's are the best arts & craft kits for an 8 year old boy?




jabbamonke


I need to buy my nephew something... He likes art, but has all the standard supplies (markers, paint, etc.). I would like to get him something cool and different. Not something that he has already seen, or can easily create in school. I also don't want to get him some cheap cardboard cutout kit. Please let me know if you have any good ideas!
As mentioned, he has all the standard craft stuff. Not looking for something I can easily buy at walmart or toys r us. Trying to be a little different.



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Look at yahoo groups Wargaming_on_a_budget, these guys make great stuff, if he has paints, markers and glue he could get into making stuff like this. this figures are made out of wood spools and buttons and such, i made a few out of flat baby clothespins. Join the group get some ideas and show him some of the stuff. most of it requires little to no cutting so it should be safe. Like i said check out the group, they have a nice picture of one of the models some one made.

Or a Blank Mighty Mug, they're pretty cool!



http://games.groups.yahoo.com/group/wargaming_on_a_budget/


Mighty Mugg Blank
http://www.hasbrotoyshop.com/gifts-under-10-mighty-muggs-blank-white?CD=114&ST=SO&PG=1




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What are some good homemade gift ideas for an anniversary present for my boyfriend?

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joanne


I can't think of any homemade gift ideas to give my boyfriend for our monthly anniversary. I NEED HELP!


Answer
His favorite type of cookie/brownie.

Trust me... anything you make your boyfriend (other than food) is going to end up either in a drawer some places or in the garbage can within the week.

Christmas gift ideas for my boyfriend of 7 months?




Aliena


I'm 15 years old and i wanted to know what some cute and inexpensive gift ideas are for my boyfriend of 7 months. I've looked this up 'gifts for him' like a thousand times and everything that came up was either not in my price range or sexy gifts (staying away from those). He plays lacrosse, drinks occasionally and cares about his looks a lot. Websites or stores suggestions can help too. Any ideas?


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Go to a craft store and make him a coupon book! My girlfriend made me one for our 2 year and it had bowling movies walk in the park free kiss free win a fight with a purchase of an I'm sorry ! And I loved it! We are 16 by the way




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Mother in laws what would you like to get for christmas?

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Mercy


I am trying to come up with gift ideas for my mother in law and wanted the perspective of a mother in law. What would you like to get or what have been the best gifts you have received from your children?


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I like Kitchen gadgets and cookware
Blankets, throws
Books

Christmas gift for brother in law and his girlfriend?




Kellie


Hello, I am trying to think of Christmas gift ideas for my brother-in-law and his girlfriend. They have been together for a long time and although they live with my mother-in-law, they have their own "apartment" upstairs on the second floor of the house. They are planning on moving out soon, into their first place of their own, so I want to get them something that they can use in their "apartment" now, but can also bring to their new home when they get one in a few years. Any ideas?


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Hey, Kellie! That's a good idea ... gifts that can be used for a while are smart.

If you are looking for something that is just fun, the Nintendo Wii is extremely popular, and not as expensive as you might think ... this one comes with Wii Sports for free: http://amzn.to/NintendoWiiwithWiiSports

Or if you want something more useful, a crock pot like this Cuisinart Programmable Slow Cooker would be great for a busy couple: http://amzn.to/CuisinartSlowCooker

Or, an ice cream machine like this Cuisinart Automatic Ice Cream Maker is both fun AND useful: http://amzn.to/CuisinartIceCreamMaker

Good luck! And please let me know if you would like more ideas!




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What should I get my brother and father for Christmas? Gift ideas please?

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krich613


ok, so I need to know what to get both my dad and brother for christmas. My price limit is probably $20-$30 dollars each. My brother is 20 and my dad is in his late 40's. They both are huge michigan football fans but also have plenty of michigan things. they are also sports fans and exercise a lot. My brother goes to college and my dad is a business man.give me some gift ideas for them please. thanks a bunch and best answer gets 10 pts.


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$20 gift card from Best Buy for your brother
$25 gift card from Starbucks for your Dad
Merry Christmas!

What should I get my brother and father for Christmas? Gift ideas please?




krich613


ok, so I need to know what to get both my dad and brother for christmas. My price limit is probably $20-$30 dollars each. My brother is 20 and my dad is in his late 40's. They both are huge michigan football fans but also have plenty of michigan things. they are also sports fans and exercise a lot. My brother goes to college and my dad is a business man.give me some gift ideas for them please. thanks a bunch and best answer gets 10 pts.


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thingsremembered.com
personalized office things like business card holders, golf accessories or mugs

for your brother maybe a gift card or something to like modells or sports authority or D I C K'S sporting goods! hehe it got blocked before

good luck
p.s. im getting my dad a business card thinger on orientaltrading.com
its only 9.99 and you get his initials
just google business card holder oriental trading its the one in the top with 9.99 next to it
check it ou!

good luck
merry christmas! (:




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