Gift for a 40th surprise birthday?

spintool

I've always been of firm belief that adults don't give other adults birthday presents, except maybe a joke gift. But the guy's wife (my wife's cousin) has made it known gifts are expected. I think its rude, and I refuse to attend unless we don't bring a gift. My wife is mad and wants to buy a real gift and go. What do people think?

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Just buy a gift a go. If not for them, for your wife. If this is effecting your personal life, it's not worth it to keep fighting it. Your wife's happiness is way more important than your rude friend.

But for the record, I totally agree. I think it would be incredibly rude to expect someone to bring presents to a party for an adult.

However, on the other hand, it is a "milestone" party and perhaps they dont usually have birthday parties or require gifts at the party?
Just a thought.

Any ideas of unique 40th birthday gift for him?

Lyns

My partner is coming up for 40 this year. He enjoys watching football ( Glasgow Celtic) he likes playing golf but not a member any where. I want something different but not overly expensive as we're expecting a baby and il be on maternity leave.

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a funny gag gift you fill a vase with small candy like jelly beans or a mug with Styrofoam then stick 40 lolly pops in with a little tag that says " 40 SUCKS" IT'S CUTE & FUNNY.
http://puertabella.blogspot.com/2010/04/40-sucks.html

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Birthday gift for 40 yo brother?

vanessa

My older brother is turning 40 soon. I need ideas for a gift, hopefully under $50, but if I love the idea I might go up to $100.
He is a computer engineer, so obviously loves his electronic gadgets but usually gets those things himself. He's married and has 2 daughters in grade school. For past Christmas holidays I have given him things like a scarf, itunes gift card, but I'd like to get him something cooler if I can. Can anyone help me?

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Gift card to his favorite electronics store...ask his wife to covertly find out for you.

Gift for a 40th surprise birthday?

spintool

I've always been of firm belief that adults don't give other adults birthday presents, except maybe a joke gift. But the guy's wife (my wife's cousin) has made it known gifts are expected. I think its rude, and I refuse to attend unless we don't bring a gift. My wife is mad and wants to buy a real gift and go. What do people think?

Answer
Just buy a gift a go. If not for them, for your wife. If this is effecting your personal life, it's not worth it to keep fighting it. Your wife's happiness is way more important than your rude friend.

But for the record, I totally agree. I think it would be incredibly rude to expect someone to bring presents to a party for an adult.

However, on the other hand, it is a "milestone" party and perhaps they dont usually have birthday parties or require gifts at the party?
Just a thought.

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What gift do I buy for a 40th birthday?

Q. It's for a mum at my sons school so I don't know her really well but I've been invited to her party. I thought of a bottle of wine and maybe chocolates or does anyone have any better suggestions?

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Give her a gift card to Starbucks, or your local coffee place.

Chocolates are good, make sure they are truffles!!

I'd send her flowers in advance, and arrive and have fun, and the gift is already been delivered!!!

Can't go wrong with flowers!
Potted flowers.
Bulbs.

just enjoy.
it's the thought that counts, and not everyone drinks!

I would love slippers, things for the bath.
A gift certificate from Bed and Bath, or Victoria's Secret!

Can't go wrong wtih flowers or Gift Certificate!
How about a gift Certificate for a CD from the local music store?
2 tickets to the local movie theater!

just keep it simple.
enjoy the party!

her friend that know her well will give her the gold, silver etc.
don't feel out of place, just enjoy!!!

Party ON!!

Need a good birthday gift idea for 40 yr old male?

beechersgi

My "little" brother is turning 40 this week and I need a gift. He doesn't smoke and rarely drinks. He and his wife and son are into four wheeling and they have an RV camper. I was going to get a gift certificate to Cabellas but someone beat me to it! Any ideas for something special?

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I think a personalized gift is always the most special and unique

You can send a present, not too expensive or cheap, special is ok :)
This time, have a try for digital scrapbook with picture of birthday person, which can be easily made with scrapbook maker program, no computer skills needed. Digital scrapbook program offers a bundle of premade fabulous templates, and your digital photos can be quickly transformed into a stunning SCRAPBOOK page. Print it free in full color at home and signature to send her as birthday gift.

To customize one from http://www.photo-collage-software.com/tutorial/collage-tutorial.html#173

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I am throwing a 40th birthday party. Am I also required to get a gift?

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skisonone

I am throwing my girlfriend a 40th birthday party. Does etiquette require that I also get her a gift?

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Yes. While you are going to the expense of throwing the party, it is expected that you provide a small, tasteful and appropriate gift.

(gift cards do not count as a gift, because they require no thought)

What should i get my mom for her 40th birthday?

jersey gir

well my brother and me are getting a gift together, we're both older so we have access to a car and money. she's really into things like karma and astrology and zodiac signs and whatnot. she also enjoys relaxtion stuff so if you could please figure out what i should get her, it would be great because her 40th birthday is this saturday

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1. Go to Earthbound Trading Company. [somewhere in a mall]
2. But an incense holder that you KNOW she will absolutely love [some of her favorite symbols]
3. Ask her what her favorite smells are [but don't let her know they're incense, just ask if like Lavender calms her down, or other ones, whatever is at the store, be sly!]
4. Purchase that all, while she is opening it and distracted, surprise her with something MADE by you two.

Mothers absolutely love things made by her children, so do dads.
Even a card will brighten her whole day.
Don't buy her a cake, make one.
Don't buy her a card, make one.
Don't buy some flowers, pick them.
Really show her how much you love/appreciate her.

And whatever you do, make her feel young!
She's 40, officially middle-age.


And something cute would be to get her a card that says "Happy 21st birthday!" [something along those lines]
and when she says "Dude, I'm not 21, I'm 40!"
React like "WTF?!, *turn to your brother*, dude! You said she was 21!"
"Man, she totally looks the part."
"Sorry, Mom. We were fooled. :)

It will make her feel special.

Good luck!

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