plain jane Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 We have a bit of extra money and for various reasons, dh has expressed that he'd like to get me a nice gift for mother's day. He was leaning towards a Kindle 2. Thing is, I've looked at e-readers and they don't really interest me. So, now dh wants to know what I would like and I have no clue. I joked and told him to just give me the money that he'd have spent on a Kindle 2 and let me splurge on books for myself. He replied by saying that wouldn't be special since I buy books I want all the time. :tongue_smilie::lol: This is a bit more about dh than me at this point... he really wants to get me something great, but I don't know what that is. :001_huh: So... what's on your wish list and what should I add to mine?:confused: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usetoschool Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 Does it have to be a "thing"? Is there someplace you have always wanted to go or something you could do (together or just you)? Something for your house or something done to your house? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 (edited) We don't buy gifts on commercial holidays...lol...sounds cranky...but it is the truth. Guilt-driven shopping makes us nuts! If your dh feels he needs to purchase something, maybe he could check out independant jewlers who might be able put together somethng meaningful. Just know that a few days before a holiday, there will be few 'bargains'. If I were considering a gift for *Mother's Day*, I would be thinking of items that represent my kids. Edited May 3, 2010 by LibraryLover Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoyfulMama Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I was thinking either a ring or necklace representing your children as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T'smom Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 If we had the money, I'd ask for a housecleaning service. And I'd be sure to use the extra time I would have that wasn't spent cleaning doing something fun with the kids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I would want tickets to a show (music or play) that dh and I could go to together - without the kids. The show date could be months in advance, I wouldn't care if I had to wait to "cash in" my gift! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LauraGB Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 Does he need to purchase something specifically for you? I'll preface my post by stating that I absolutley detest my family "buying" me something for Mother's Day. If he'd dead set on buying stuff, how about some special landscaping - possibly some special roses in a raised garden plot? They could Super Clean your car - I mean, clean, vacuum, detail, steam clean the seats/cloth. Then, coupons for once a month cleaning for the remainder of the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth in OH Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 OK, so I love artsy things. Here are some splurges at Etsy that I would love for Mother's Day..... Beautiful door wreath: http://www.etsy.com/shop/twoinspireyou A collection of original art--already framed: http://www.etsy.com/shop/DanaKomjaty?section_id=6338965 more fun art: http://www.etsy.com/shop/betsythompsonstudio stacking ring set: http://www.etsy.com/listing/43902444/shades-of-blue-ring-set original canvas graphic art: http://www.etsy.com/shop/StudioZen Now you know my wish list--browse Etsy, and you might find some things you really love! Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I have my eye on that led light up umbrella at Think Geek. :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katemary63 Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I would for sure like a trip somewhere, even if it was just a weekend. I LOVE to get G/C's to dinner and a movie. I LOVE to eat out because that means I don't have to shop/ cook/ clean up. But more then anything, I want riding lessons so I've told my whole family that from now on, no more gifts, just money for lessons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in FL Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I just asked Dh for two new Ikea bookcases for our school room for mother's day. Is there anything like that you want? In the past I've gotten new coolers (one was a 5 day large cooler, last years was a smaller, softsided rolling cooler to take lunch to co-op in). Also, one of my favorite gifts is starbucks gift cards. Often I would love to go through starbucks but I'm to cheap to just go. If I have a gift card I can stop and not feel guilty! How about money for books AND a day to go shopping by yourself or with a friend? How about a car detailing by him and the kids? Melissa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 past gift successes around here: Kitchen-aid mixer, sewing/embroidery machine, plants for the outdoors, furniture, art classes, art supplies, digital camera We keep lists around here. inevitable at Christmas or whatever holiday we are stumped for what to wish for, but throughout the year we say "hey, I'd like to have a ____" so we write it down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinswife Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 How about a day at the spa for massage/mani/pedi/facial? A romantic weekend at a B&B? How about tickets for the opera/symphony/theatre? Cuisinart Food Processor? :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted May 3, 2010 Author Share Posted May 3, 2010 How about a day at the spa for massage/mani/pedi/facial?A romantic weekend at a B&B? How about tickets for the opera/symphony/theatre? Cuisinart Food Processor? :D I know!! After I started this thread, I exclaimed to dh that I knew exactly what I wanted: A Bosch mixer. :D He promptly asked (enthusiastically) how much they cost and when I broke the news, errrr, told him, he (not so enthusiastically) informed me that that was more in the Christmas present price range. :glare::tongue_smilie::lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted May 3, 2010 Author Share Posted May 3, 2010 Does it have to be a "thing"? Is there someplace you have always wanted to go or something you could do (together or just you)? Something for your house or something done to your house? It doesn't really *have* to be anything, but I do think he wants to get me a *thing*. Something I'd really like, but wouldn't spend the money on myself (read: most things :tongue_smilie:). I wish I liked the e-readers; I want to want one, but I just don't. It would make both our lives simpler. There are no restaurants here that I'm crazy about, and for the cost of eating out vs. the enjoyment I get out of it, we rarely do. I'm just as happy to eat at home. A weekend trip would likely cost more than an e-reader and our weekends aren't free for some time. Okay, yeah, I guess it does have to be a "thing" because nothing else really seems to work. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyB Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I'd ask for a weekend getaway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyB Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 If we had the money' date=' I'd ask for a housecleaning service. And I'd be sure to use the extra time I would have that wasn't spent cleaning doing something fun with the kids.[/quote'] Great idea! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthiopianFood Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I just LOVE stuff from www.tenthousandvillages.org They might have a store in your area, too. It is beautiful, well-made, and truly supports the artists. They are paid half of the wage before they make the product, and the other half once they are done. If something is on sale or clearance, the artists have already been paid, so they are still making the wage they deserve! The organization keeps in contact with the artists too, so they know that everything is going well for them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 http://www.lisaleonardonline.com/inspired-designs/mama-necklace.html The kids got me this and a bracelet with all their names on it. I absolutely love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikeBookBread Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 (edited) I am IN LOVE with my growing collection of Le Creuset! I now have two (is that a collection yet?) pieces - a 7 1/4 qt round french oven (I call her "Cerise" - yes, she has a name - as she is cherry red). I got a 12" LC frying pan for our anniversary last week. I am trying out names, but Hot Tamale is my favorite so far... Edited May 3, 2010 by BikeBookBread brevity Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hannah Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 If we had the money' date=' I'd ask for a housecleaning service. And I'd be sure to use the extra time I would have that wasn't spent cleaning doing something fun with the kids.[/quote'] My sister received housecleaning services for mothers day, her birthday and Christmas for two years running before her dh lost his job... She says as soon as they can afford gifts again she's asking for the same! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 An ipad. :D. I'm a gadget girl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 MY dh just took me to Sears yesterday and got me a sapphire bracelet (yes, lab created but I don't care at all- I like nice colors). It was on a great sale. Is this what I would have chosen for myself- no. I asked for a replacement griddle since the one we have had for more than 20 years fell from the handle while it was hot and I was really happy it didn't fall on my foot. Maybe my girls will get me that. Anyway, my dh loves to get me jewelry and it is pretty so I won't complain. I already have it because he will be out of town for MD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plain jane Posted May 3, 2010 Author Share Posted May 3, 2010 An ipad. :D. I'm a gadget girl. I was thinking iPad too. :D Dh agreed and was planning on one but I really can't figure out what I'd need one for. :001_huh: I already have an iPhone, a MacBook, and money set aside to buy a new iMac when Apple has their Back to School Sale in the fall. I can't figure what an iPad would do for me that the others can't. :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snickerdoodle Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I would ask for a gift certificate for amazon.com. and piddle it away at my leisure. Read: I spend way too much money there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I like the kindle idea. If it's something you have been wanting then enjoy:) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martinswife Posted May 3, 2010 Share Posted May 3, 2010 I am IN LOVE with my growing collection of Le Creuset! I now have two (is that a collection yet?) pieces - a 7 1/4 qt round french oven (I call her "Cerise" - yes, she has a name - as she is cherry red). I got a 12" LC frying pan for our anniversary last week. I am trying out names, but Hot Tamale is my favorite so far... After watching reruns of Julia's show on PBS, I want some, too! Hot Tamale sounds like it makes the prospect of cooking a meal fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babysparkler Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 My favorite mother's day gift ever was a jewelry box that hangs on the wall... it has a collage of my favorite pictures of our kids on the front, and opens to be a jewelry box. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
babysparkler Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 My sister received housecleaning services for mothers day, her birthday and Christmas for two years running before her dh lost his job... She says as soon as they can afford gifts again she's asking for the same! Dh got me a full year of a weekly maid after the birth of our fourth... :001_wub::001_wub::001_wub: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slartibartfast Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 I asked for dirt. Er...I mean dirt for my garden. Nicer dirt than my dirt. :lol: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 I asked for dirt. OK - you can't say that without an explanation! :toetap05: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 A donation to a local charity that helps moms & kids in need. (Or to any charity that's near & dear to your heart.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 If dirt is good potting or gardening soil, I can get behind that, 1000 %! But not for Mother's Day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 I was thinking iPad too. :D Dh agreed and was planning on one but I really can't figure out what I'd need one for. :001_huh: I already have an iPhone, a MacBook, and money set aside to buy a new iMac when Apple has their Back to School Sale in the fall. I can't figure what an iPad would do for me that the others can't. :tongue_smilie: just because . . . is a good enough reason, right? :D My lap top died. And I'm tired of fighting dh for computer screen time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mothersweets Posted May 4, 2010 Share Posted May 4, 2010 (edited) Do you like tea? The drinking kind - sheesh you guys! I asked for this - http://www.cambriacove.com/entertaining/entertaining/tabletop-and-linens/commemorative-tea-cup-set-by-royal-albert-1950-to-1990/33c34c37p874/index.pro?method=cross-sell&fromProduct=277470 They also have a 1900-1940 set. Very pretty and not something I would ever just buy for myself! eta - there is a discount code from Real Simple that takes the price down by $30 - I think it is REALSIMPLE or something similar. Edited May 4, 2010 by Mothersweets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BamaTanya Posted May 5, 2010 Share Posted May 5, 2010 Do you like tea? The drinking kind - sheesh you guys! I asked for this - http://www.cambriacove.com/entertaining/entertaining/tabletop-and-linens/commemorative-tea-cup-set-by-royal-albert-1950-to-1990/33c34c37p874/index.pro?method=cross-sell&fromProduct=277470 They also have a 1900-1940 set. Very pretty and not something I would ever just buy for myself! eta - there is a discount code from Real Simple that takes the price down by $30 - I think it is REALSIMPLE or something similar. I ADORE tea (the drinking kind, lol!) What a lovely gift! I'm enjoying looking at the photo! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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