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[Love my grandkids]

@Daisy Sunflower The thing is not everyone lives near a Walmart. I'm in a large city in western Washington state and the closest one is 15 miles away. Never been. I think Amazon is a better choice.

[Etoile308]

I think I would consider some sort of donation, or gift certificate for an activity.

Does she enjoy reading? A new bestseller in her favorite genre with a donation to her local library.

Is there an upcoming wine tasting class in your area? Tickets to it and a bottle of wine.

Is there a specialty cooking class? Make a pizza, or homemade pasta, or cake decorating?

Some type of event. 

I think by the age of 80 there's not much stuff that is needed or appreciated, but an activity or event is something to look forward to and it can create a memory.

[Sooner]

For me personally, at my advanced age please do not send me something to find a place for, store, dust, put out, put on, smell, or do somethting with.  I don't know anyone my age who wants stuff.  I'm sure there are those, I just don't know any of them.

[TheMemphisVette]

i get product shipped to me from walmart.  i'd be surprised if they did not take a gift card.  

[ciao_bella]

Thank you all for the thoughtful ideas you've shared.  I really like the suggestion of a picture of us together, along with a lovely friendship card penning how much I appreciate our friendship all these years. Within that card, I'll tell her that a lovely dinner together, her restaurant choice, awaits whenever she's free.  

In the early 70s, we went to Costa del Sol, Spain together. I have some great pictures of us having fun, visting the sites, and also on the beach in our bikinis.  lol  I'll go through those pictures and pick out a few favorites. 

Thanks for all of your input.  I appreciate your time in responding.   

[Estellee]

How about a pretty Luminara flameless candle or a real one if you know what scent she likes.

[Franklinbell]

@Sooner This is a really cool idea!  I plan to incorporate it for a few celebrations!! Thanks!!

[Sooner]

@ciao_bella What a wonderful trip and memories!  How perfect those would be.  I got some picturess recently from an old buddy and was delighted, and so thankful to her!  

[threecees]

Send her a beautiful birthday card, a few pictures of the both of you.

Maybe include a book or two of stamps, she sure will need some stamps

to send out thank you cards after her birthday party.

[Carmie]

If I need a gift where cash is not appropriate, I usually buy wind chimes.

I get them for someone when a loved one passes, a birthday for someone who has everything, anniversary, and even a wedding shower.

I get them personalized.  They come in all sizes and price points.  You can listen to them on the website, so you can buy one with a sound that is pleasing and not just clanky.

All the recipiants have been happy....something different.