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What do I get my sister for her birthday?

post #1 of 22
2/25/06 at 3:46pm
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So my sister has been on game for me the last year or so, helping me with a lot of stuff financially and lifestyle-wise. She's picked me up when I've fallen, bla bla bla- she's been a big help, and gotten tough with me when I needed it. She's in her thirties now, and a baby is on the way in September. Her birthday is next week, and I really want to get her something out of gratitude.

I have no idea what that should be. I figure it should be something for the baby, but who knows? The baby's sex is unknown still, btw.
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post #2 of 22
2/25/06 at 3:51pm
I'm gonna try and beat the mass frenzy of folks who will rush to suggest you get her a dead porn star's corpse and simply say you should get her a day pass to one of the those spa/mud bath type places. They're great because women like it and it doesn't take a lot of thought on a guy's part. It's a win-win!
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post #3 of 22
2/25/06 at 5:52pm
Yeah, skipping all the obvious jokes, I'd just recommend getting her something for herself. There's plenty of time to buy stuff for the baby later. I know from when my wife was pregnant that it's usually all about the baby and that's what everyone focuses on. Get her something that she can enjoy herself.
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post #4 of 22
2/25/06 at 6:04pm

I'm currently pregnant....

...and if anyone had bought me something for *my* birthday that was really for the baby, I would probably have killed them.

Get her something for herself. A spa treatment is great (massage is wonderful, but make sure they know that your sister is pregnant before hand) or you see if you can find her a special piece of jewelry - vintage is always good.

Good luck.

Cam
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post #5 of 22
2/25/06 at 6:39pm
What about filling in the blah-blah-blah's in a letter (or a poem, in a film, in a whatever...).

You mentioned that she helped you out financially, which makes me think you might still be a little shaky in the money area? Spending too much money might make her self-conscious since she, as well as anyone, knows how tight things are/have been for you.

What if you gave her the letter/what have you and you made an appointment for you and her to have your picture taken together, before the baby comes... something that she can keep.

Or I might just be a total ghey.
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post #6 of 22
2/25/06 at 7:35pm
You know what's cheaper than a mud bath? Burying her in the mud.
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post #7 of 22
2/25/06 at 8:05pm
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Originally Posted by Bruno Antony
What about filling in the blah-blah-blah's in a letter (or a poem, in a film, in a whatever...).

You mentioned that she helped you out financially, which makes me think you might still be a little shaky in the money area? Spending too much money might make her self-conscious since she, as well as anyone, knows how tight things are/have been for you.

What if you gave her the letter/what have you and you made an appointment for you and her to have your picture taken together, before the baby comes... something that she can keep.

Or I might just be a total ghey.
If you're now financially sound, then day spa services (massage, manicure/pedicure, etc.) are great. A pregnant woman is going to appreciate being pampered.

If spending money is still a concern then don't - you'll feel the pinch, she'll know it, and it will make her feel guilty to accept a gift that's too expensive. In that case, or if you're comfortable doing it anyway, a letter (or other expression, e.g. if you're a film maker, a short film is fine) telling her genuinely how you feel about what she's done for you will be a great gift.
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post #8 of 22
2/25/06 at 8:17pm
I understand that squirting isn't just a myth, so maybe you could teach your sister how to. I mean that might come in handy with a baby on the way.
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post #9 of 22
2/25/06 at 8:24pm
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Originally Posted by fabfunk
So my sister has been on game for me the last year or so,
Lol, I thought this said "my sister has been on the game" at first which seemed a rather odd way to start a thread even by CHUD standards.

Whatever you get her, and I'd agree with most of what's been said here, make sure there's a card with it, nothing fancy, but that sort of simple gift is often the best. I think.
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post #10 of 22
2/25/06 at 10:41pm
This may sound weird, but she may really appreciate something mundane that would make life easier, like something along the lines of diapers, etc. For instance, diapers specifically aren't cheap, and her not having to go to the store and fetch a bunch of them could be a big help. Chores are another thing that comes to mind, like offering to clean out the garage, or clear up the yard. Or both.

Then again, I've never been a pregnant woman. She could want a reciprocating saw, a pack of 20 demolition blades, and some totally sweet sections of plywood and masonite. I mean, that's what I'd want.
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post #11 of 22
2/25/06 at 10:46pm
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Originally Posted by Agent Back Smith
This may sound weird, but she may really appreciate something mundane that would make life easier
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Chores are another thing that comes to mind, like offering to clean out the garage, or clear up the yard. Or both.
Yes, that's another good idea.


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Originally Posted by Agent Back Smith
Then again, I've never been a pregnant woman. She could want a reciprocating saw, a pack of 20 demolition blades, and some totally sweet sections of plywood and masonite. I mean, that's what I'd want.
That's where knowing the recipient comes into play. I would certainly appreciate a reciprocating saw, but my sister would rather have Jimmy Choos. Then again, neither my sister or I have ever been pregnant, so if we were, that might change.
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post #12 of 22
2/25/06 at 11:39pm
Like others said, get something just for her. Plenty of time to spoil the baby.

Since it sounds like you want to do something special for her and if she is not into the spa thing, have delivered a nice bouquet of flowers in a basket that contains goodies or even better, make one up yourself. That way not only does it make it that more special but it will be filled with things you know she likes.

Some stuff that would make for a nice basket:

flowers (her favorite of course)
snacks
perfume
piece of jewelry
gift certificate
book
candles
bath & beauty products (some people don't like going to spas and perfer to pamper themselves in their own home)

If one of my brothers would give me a basket (yeah right) they put together just for me, I would be overjoyed (and then pass out but that's another story)
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post #13 of 22
2/27/06 at 2:21am
Thread Starter 
Hey, thanks for all the help guys. Good suggestions, so I think I'll go with the spa thing- how much would a one day treatment be? And does anyone know of any nice ones in the NYC area?
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post #14 of 22
2/27/06 at 2:46am
My guess is that sort of thing is going to cost more in NYC than most other places. In Northern California they can range from $75 to $125 depending on the different type of junk they offer. Some of them have more options than a Ford Escape.

If that's getting too pricey then go with my #2 choice:

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post #15 of 22
2/27/06 at 2:48am
Except don't skimp and get her the compact disc. Go vinyl, show her you care.
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post #16 of 22
2/27/06 at 2:53am
The only problem with that one is "You are the Sun, You are the Rain" isn't on it. Other than that it's a top notch effort from Lionel.
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post #17 of 22
2/27/06 at 4:32am
Like Catboreal said above, if you go with the spa thing make sure they know she is pregnant. When my friend's wife was pregnant she wasn't supposed to get into a hot tub for instance, and I'm not sure how hot those mud bath things get.
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post #18 of 22
2/27/06 at 9:15am
A friend of mine really loved an inflatable cushin that was bought for her when she was pregant. Something she could take with her everywhere to make her life a bit easier.
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post #19 of 22
2/27/06 at 10:17am
if your sister likes to shop (what woman doesn't?)

get her a certificate at the local mall. She'll probably tear that mall up in a matter of seconds. My wife sure can.
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post #20 of 22
2/27/06 at 12:32pm
A good, hour-long treatment at most Aveda spas will cost you approx. $85.
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post #21 of 22
2/27/06 at 12:35pm
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Originally Posted by neaux
if your sister likes to shop (what woman doesn't?)

get her a certificate at the local mall. She'll probably tear that mall up in a matter of seconds. My wife sure can.
Because nothing quite says "I didn't care enough to think up a real gift" than a gift certificate.
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post #22 of 22
2/27/06 at 12:38pm
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Originally Posted by Brad Millette
Because nothing quite says "I didn't care enough to think up a real gift" than a gift certificate.
Unless it's from Hickory Farms, you uncreative bastard.
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