Ladies....Help!

[nicolemomof4cuties]

I think that the corsage is a wonderful idea. If they are celebrating their 30th anniversary they are at least in their late 40's. Heck, I'm 25 and ever since my oldest child was born 6 years ago my cousin (and best friend) buys me a corsage for Mother's Day and Easter. Personally, I love it. I wear them all day on both days (to church and because the guesture is so sweet and other people can see that someone thinks alot of me. The corsage is a great idea. I also think that he should only get his wife something--this is their special day. My children always think that it is great when their Daddy buys something for just me.

 

[BluOrchid2]

The thought is certainly wonderful and romantic, but I'd go more for flowers in the room myself.

Yeah....like a red rosepetal-covered bed.

 

[Luthien]

Bob-

What a sweetheart you are! My DH is great, however, I don't think he would ever think of doing something like that! If he ever surprised me at CRT with a corsage I would be blown away (FYI I'm 38 and do not think it is too "old fashioned"). I also like the idea of the bride/groom/princess hats - that would be adorable and a great keepsake of what I'm sure will be a great trip! A gift basket in the room would also be terribly romantic. If your wife is the least bit outgoing though, she may want everyone to know just how lucky she is while strolling through MK! (I know I would)

Whatever you wind up choosing - Congratulations and have a very magical trip!

~Luthien

P.S. let us know what you decide and how it goes!

 

[MamaQuack]

Bob you are such a sweetie - I can see why she married you and stayed with you 30 years. I personally think the corsage is absolutely one of the most romantic things I have ever read on these boards, but then I am 52 and it so reminds me of sweet young boys and high school. I think she will love and appreciate any thing you do for her. My hubby is a prince too and sometimes he just amazes me with his gestures. When I turned 50 we had a huge party and he surprised me with flowers for my hair and I loved them.

Happy Anniversary

 

[stacie_d]

I think getting something sent to the room would be great. Don't forget about the cakes you can get delivered to the room!

We mentioned it was our anniversary last year at the Wilderness Lodge, and they left an anniversary card and ballons in our room.

Also, if she (and you) are willing, I would surprise her with the bride/groom ears.

Have a great anniversary! What ever you decide to do, I'm sure it will be special!

 

[mickeyluv'r]

I think the idea is sweet, and the publicity of wearing flowers will let everyone know it is a special day for the two of you. If you call, Disney can accommodate almost ANY wish. After all, don't they do like a thousand weddings a year? I'm sure they have corsages. I think a corsage will be more reasonably priced than a bouquet for the room.HAving said that, we once saw a guy in the elevator at GF with a huge vase of flowers. It was like the most beautiful flowers I've ever seen! I'm sure it cost a fortune! I think we even asked the guy, and it was like a $200 arrangement. It was amazing though! So I think they will do a great job of putting toether what ever you request.
If I were putting together flowers, red longstem roses are a cliche, but everyone knows they stand for love. Purple roses and gardenias are other favorites of mine. Orchids are pretty too, but gardenias smell amzing!

 

[Luv4Disney]

That sounds really sweet! I'd be thrilled to pieces. If you wanted to do something a little more, check out www.giftsofalifetime.com

 

[MrsNick]

Since you're going into a park, I'd probably choose flowers in the room. And while others have said to get DD something, she's old enough to understand this is your special day that she is tagging along on and not her day. So I personally wouldn't get something extra for her.

Wow, am I the only woman who agrees with this? I'm starting to feel like maybe I'm a grinch. While I would agree that a father buying flowers for his DD is a wonderful idea on her birthday, her first date or on her graduation (or any of her special days), I really felt that the idea of this was as a sweet and tender gesture towards DW on their big day.

Either I am old fashioned, or just plain outdated to think that a 16 year old would understand that yes, the anniversary is being celebrated by the family, but the flower is a gift to her mom, and wouldn't be jealous of that.

 

[Savin4Disney]

Okay I am 37 (for at least 2 more days LOL) and I LOVE THE IDEA! I thought it was so sweet. Maybe the disney florist could make a Disney corsage.

Sorry but I am against something for DD. This day is for your wife and self. I am also one who does not understand why parents buy kids presents on a siblings birthday either.

Either way let us know what you decide to do.

 

[jann1033]

Wow, am I the only woman who agrees with this? I'm starting to feel like maybe I'm a grinch. While I would agree that a father buying flowers for his DD is a wonderful idea on her birthday, her first date or on her graduation (or any of her special days), I really felt that the idea of this was as a sweet and tender gesture towards DW on their big day.

Either I am old fashioned, or just plain outdated to think that a 16 year old would understand that yes, the anniversary is being celebrated by the family, but the flower is a gift to her mom, and wouldn't be jealous of that.

with me it isn't a matter of her being jealous...we just always celebrate as a family. this year hubby and i for our anniversary took our grandbaby & daughters ( sil wasn't able to go) to the zoo then to dinner. might not seem romantic to some but we both love the continuity of our family i guess and that's how it all started, our wedding, so to us it makes perfect sense..but i guess not to everyone we also exchanged gifts with our kids on our anniversary also when they were at home. just how we always did it. husband and i go out on "dates" all the time just the 2 of us ( always have even with the kids at home) so maybe that is why it is different and not such a big thing for us to do it the other way for our anniversary

 

[Bob913]

Thank you all so much for your help. MamaQuack hit the nail on the head when she said it reminded her of 'young boys and high school.' That's the first thing I thought of. Would it be like doing the corsage for the prom? The only difference is back then it was expected. It was the thing to do. But now it's something I want to do.

I think I'll do both the corsage and something for the room (the rose petal idea will have to wait until we get back )

Thank you all again. I really appreciate it!!

 

[blueangel]

I want a Bob!

Bob, you don't happen to have a younger brother do you?

Seriously, based on the fact that you care enough to do this, and actually ask opinions from other women, you must be one of most fabulous, kind, and caring husbands around.

Have a magical trip.

 

[sarah4770]

Just my 2 cents. I love the idea of a wrist corsage that someone posted earlier.

 

[budbeerlady]

Hello, just my 2cents but I am 28 and I would love it if DH did this for me, but it would have to be a wrist one on elastic. I would wreck a corsage in 2 min flat but the gesture would be wonderful either way, but I vote for the wrist!

 

[java]

I hope I am not too late... First off I love the idea of a corsage- that is very sweet. And second get the small wedding cake-from the Grand Floridian Bakery!!!!!! at dinner. When it is over you can have it brought to the table and I bet she will be floored.

 

[WDWOKW92]

I vote for the standard corsage. It's a 30th wedding anniversary and it is more age appropriate. I still say if your 16 y/o is going with you, a small wrist thingy would be great for her. Yes, it's your anniversary but your 16 y/o is a product of this marriage and should be celebrated as well. I know lots of folks disagree with me but that's what make the world,...err,... Disney World, go round!

 

[ufgator]

Bob,

Congrats on your 30th anniversary! I think it's a good idea to do the corsage and something for the room. Like 2 others mentioned, I like the wrist corsage because some women don't like putting holes in their clothes and sometimes they're hard to put on. I hope you have a great time!