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Please help with gift

Pianomama — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 07:52:23 GMT

I have a great friend and colleague that I gift every Christmas. Sh is one of those people that has everything already. I have been on Amazon and many other sites looking for a unique gift. I can't spend more than about $50. Any suggestions?

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september — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 07:57:02 GMT

A $50 gift card to a restaurant you know she likes. This is a gift that always works! Although I've read so many posts on this board from people who don't like gift cards, I've always been happy to receive them.

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madzonie — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 08:23:30 GMT

Does she have an indoor weather instrument? There are lots of those on Amazon. I love mine. Search these terms: Galileo thermometer barometer ambient, etc. Here are a couple examples:

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hckynut — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 08:36:02 GMT

A $50 bill the thing with Grant's picture on it.

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sunshine45 — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 09:06:12 GMT

is she the type that might like an unusual puzzle to work on? check out tavern puzzles website. they make all levels of puzzles and you can even buy a display for them. i have given these as gifts before.....they are unusual and unique.....lol, and will definitely keep you busy!

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PAX — Tue, 02 Dec 2014 21:44:40 GMT

A $50 donation in her name to the New Jersey Schnauzer Rescue Network.

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violann — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 01:39:37 GMT

I REALLY like that weather thingie, but I also like schnauzers!

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Jannabelle — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 01:46:49 GMT

Since I have everything I need, and like to pick out my wants,....my favorite gift is as September said a restaurant gift card, but it must be one I really like....I really do appreciate them, all yr long.

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occasionalrain — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 01:53:54 GMT

I'b be more than pleased to receive the weather instrument. Great suggestion.

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Free2be — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 02:03:25 GMT

I'd avoid buying something she'd have to dust. The restaurant gift card is a good idea or something that fits her interests. Or something she would use often, like a beautiful ink pen, one that you don't see in every store.

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hennypenny — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 02:03:39 GMT

love the weather gizmo.

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Burnsite — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 02:58:02 GMT

Hi, pianomama, For a unique gift, you may need to provide details of her interests and hobbies. I am one who does not like to receive or give cash or gift cards, but the gift has to be tailored to the giftee.

Does she like music, too? Is there an author or composer or entertainer she likes? Tickets to a show or concert are a lovely gift, if you know she is free to attend. Would a pass for a few hours at a good day spa, for a facial (say) be welcome? One of my brothers collects certain types of books, which makes him very easy to shop for. Another is a Disney fanatic, his whole family, and they are fun to shop for as well.

Think a bit more about what she really likes.

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GCR18 — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 03:10:24 GMT

Does she like to take adventures? Get tickets to something for the two of you. Movies, museum, theater, aquarium, antiquing, pottery class, etc. You can round the day out with either a late breakfast or lunch on you.

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Pianomama — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 06:12:56 GMT

You all have great suggestions. She is the minister of music, and I am the pianist. We have worked together and have been friends for almost 20 years so we have given each other just about everything. I hesitate to give her jewelry or clothing, as she has specific tastes. She is not a big reader so that lets books out. Gift cards are always nice, and I have given her those plus some other little something to go with it.. The nice thing about gift cards is there are TONS of them for anything you want to do. So-you have given me some wonderful ideas and keep 'em coming if you think of other things. Thank you!

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Jannabelle — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 07:55:50 GMT

To me, gift cards are one of the best gifts, most older people have enough stuff, but to have a gift card to go out to eat, get a massage or mani/pedi is a little luxury, ,....like you said there are so many to choose from,.....the thing people need to remember though is to be certain, it is a place/activity the recipient would really want......not something we would like,lol.

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sciencegeek_1 — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 21:25:03 GMT

Maybe a snuggly electric throw, so she can sit in warm heaven as she watches movies. It may sound goofy, but it's my Dad's favorite gift that he's gotten for years.

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dmod nj — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 21:31:10 GMT

On 12/2/2014 Georgie the 5th said:
A $50 donation in her name to the New Jersey Schnauzer Rescue Network.

Hi Georgie,

I got two of my three mini schnauzers through them. They are an AWESOME rescue.

When each of my girls passed, I sent a donation in their name.

They are so appreciative of any donation.

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PAX — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 21:53:19 GMT

On 12/3/2014 dmod nj said:
On 12/2/2014 Georgie the 5th said:
A $50 donation in her name to the New Jersey Schnauzer Rescue Network.

Hi Georgie,

I got two of my three mini schnauzers through them. They are an AWESOME rescue.

When each of my girls passed, I sent a donation in their name.

They are so appreciative of any donation.

Hi Donna, yes, they are a wonderful organization. We got our 2nd and 3rd minis from NJSRN but our 4th and 5th from a rescue in FL. You really understand and appreciate a well run organization [NJ] after you deal with a less than efficient one [FL]. Do you follow their facebook page? My hub just send a donation to help with Elizabeth's medical bills. He's a real easy touch when it comes to dogs, minis in particular.

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violann — Wed, 03 Dec 2014 21:54:59 GMT

On 12/2/2014 Pianomama said:
You all have great suggestions. She is the minister of music, and I am the pianist. We have worked together and have been friends for almost 20 years so we have given each other just about everything. I hesitate to give her jewelry or clothing, as she has specific tastes. She is not a big reader so that lets books out. Gift cards are always nice, and I have given her those plus some other little something to go with it.. The nice thing about gift cards is there are TONS of them for anything you want to do. So-you have given me some wonderful ideas and keep 'em coming if you think of other things. Thank you!

THEN- nothing beats an iTunes card. I have the BEST collection of music on my phone, and it's always changing and updationg.

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dmod nj — Thu, 04 Dec 2014 02:10:17 GMT

On 12/3/2014 Georgie the 5th said:
On 12/3/2014 dmod nj said:
On 12/2/2014 Georgie the 5th said:
A $50 donation in her name to the New Jersey Schnauzer Rescue Network.

Hi Georgie,

I got two of my three mini schnauzers through them. They are an AWESOME rescue.

When each of my girls passed, I sent a donation in their name.

They are so appreciative of any donation.

Hi Donna, yes, they are a wonderful organization. We got our 2nd and 3rd minis from NJSRN but our 4th and 5th from a rescue in FL. You really understand and appreciate a well run organization [NJ] after you deal with a less than efficient one [FL]. Do you follow their facebook page? My hub just send a donation to help with Elizabeth's medical bills. He's a real easy touch when it comes to dogs, minis in particular.

I do follow their facebook page.

If I ever get a mini again, I would go back to them in a heartbeat.

I wonder how a mini would do with my Jersey, an ALD?