The DDA Trouble Free Zone Part 2

[lmartin2711]

I know this is off topic, but I rarely post on any other board except this one.

My DB is a widower. His wife died about 5 or 6 years ago. He has 5 children, 3 are children that he took in as foster children and they adopted the boys before Sandy died. My Mom moved in shortly after my Dad died so she could watch the boys when my brother traveled. My brother is a business agent and goes out of town overnight a few times a month. He has not dated anyone since his DW passed away. At least not anyone that he brought home to meet Mom & the kids. Well to make a very long story short, he has brought a Lady home to meet Mom & the kids. He has been dating her since late December and they are now going out every week.

His dilemma? What does he get her for Valentine’s Day? Jewelry is probably not appropriate as they have only been dating a little over a month. I suggested flowers, candy and a book, but he doesn’t know what she reads.

I told him I would post the question on the boards & let him know the recommendations. He is 52 & I don’t know how old she is, I think in her late 40’s.

Thanks for any help you can give him.
Penny

Here are some suggestions:
Bath and Body Works bath stuff....shower gel, lotion, body spray
Gift Certificate for a massage at a spa
Jewelry....that would be o.k. as long as he stayed away from diamonds....what about a charm bracelet w/ a cupid charm on it.

Just some thoughts

Lynn

 

[KMH1]

I know this is off topic, but I rarely post on any other board except this one.

Penny

Penny, we're never "on" topic around here.

My suggestion is a gift certificate to her favorite salon. That way she could spend it on a pedicure, manicure, massage, whatever! That's my dream gift, since we can't really afford to splurge on those things anymore.

Of course, the best thing you could buy me is Disney Dollars, but that may not be her style.

Amy

P.S. Thanks for all the well wishes everyone.

 

[chaoscent]

Penny -- I think your advice was great. Flowers (maybe lilies or tulips?) and dinner are always a good idea. If he wanted to do a little something else, maybe a certificate for a pedicure, manicure, or other spa service?

Another good idea. I don't like spa service (I know, I am wierd) but a lot of my friends swear by them. Thank you for replying.

 

[KMH1]

Gosh, I must be the slowest typer in the whole world! Both Lynn and Marci are on my same wavelength tonight!

Amy

 

[Tinkaroo]

So, I gained six pounds this month! The nurse tried to make me feel better and say this was the only weight I've put on, but still...

We heard the heartbeat immediately! The ultrasound is scheduled for February 28th.

Amy

YAY!!!

 

[Glynis]

This is a very good question Penny. My first thought is not the dozen roses - too much. Candy is tough because she may be watching her weight (heck, I think candy is good anytime). But how about a really nice dinner and a nice card that says he's glad she has come in to his life? As you get older, the gift of time is more important than a trinket.

Let me think a little longer on this -- anybody else got a good idea??

I like the idea of a nice dinner. Is there a local theater in the community? He could take her to see a play, or a concert if there is one. I know our local symphony orchestra usually does a Valentine's Day concert. I love the idea of a book, but if he doesn't know what her taste in books is like, it could be tricky.

 

[chaoscent]

Thanks Amy, Lynn & Glynis. I am the slow typer. while I was doing the post I got three more answers.
Thanks so much. I am going to email him the answers I got so far. Looks like the spa is a winner.
Thanks for replying, Penny

 

[Tinkaroo]

I made a new design for my signature today. Here is the larger version.

I also had a request for a beach club one.

I noticed the new pic in your sig, Deb. I like it!

 

[tinker1bell]

Hello all...

Just checking in...I haven't been around much and mostly likely won't be for a bit. My 91 year old father in law fell and is in the ICU. Very long story...but he isn't doing well. Very stressful, and Bill as the only child is having a hard time. We have been faced with some difficult decisions....we signed a DNR. I truly pray for a peaceful release for him...there's just no quality of life left for him. We are exhausted and functioning on only a few hours of sleep.

Hope all of you are doing well.

Kristine

Kristine

 

[marcij]

Amy -- I know I've said this in PMs, but just wanted to say how much I appreciate your work on the memorial. It was a huge project and you did it with your usual finesse.

 

[Glynis]

We do tie-dye shirts at Girl Scout camp with the younger girls as well. Without the Mickey, it isn't that hard to do. There are several great sites on the web with different rubber banding techniques that I've used with the girls. They explain where to put the rubber bands to get the different designs.

That is exactly what I wore in the 70's - pants & all. Mom made them for me. She did exactly what you described because we couldn't afford to buy me new bell bottoms. She also added material around the bottom to match the piece she inserted to make the flare leg. You also need sewn on patches on the jeans. A peace sign one would be a nice touch.

Good idea!!!! I would love to find some pom-pom fringe for around the bottom of the pants. I think I'll go to some fabric shops this weekend to look for some really funky stuff. Then, I'll head to the craft store for some tie dye stuff.

Keep the ideas comin'!

 

[Tinkaroo]

Yes, I think a trip to the thrift store is in order. Funny you should mention the polyester leisure suit. I was at my parent's house this past weekend, and ended up helping my dad clean out some closets in the house. We pulled out about 10 leisure suits in all colors imaginable. They were my dad's from the 70's. I asked why he kept them all these years, and he said he was sure they would be fashionable again! We took them to his local thrift store. Too bad I didn't know about the party then, huh?

If only you'd known!

Funny story - my firm has done a 70's party, but it was before my time. Our founding partner (who is the cutest little old man, now about 77 years old, and still comes to work everyday, and argues before the Supreme Court!) came in a white leisure suit, complete with medallions, that he said he had in his closet from that earlier era. It will go down in firm lore!!

 

[lmartin2711]

Gosh, I must be the slowest typer in the whole world! Both Lynn and Marci are on my same wavelength tonight!

Amy

You know they say a growing baby takes away from your mental ability

 

[KMH1]

Are you feeling any better? Any other cravings, yet? How's Alyssa doing with all this? Does she know what's going on? My oldest was 2 when Jacob was born, and when she came to see me in the hospital, the nurse brought her in a present that I had bought to give her. She told Katie that Jacob wanted her to have a gift. It was a little doll, dressed just like Jacob and the nurses wrapped it in an identical blanket that Jacob was wrapped in. She loved it immediately, and never had a problem with the baby after that! Before the birth, she hated him! She would punch my stomach and scream, "no baby!" I was so worried, but all was for naught! They are inseparable, now!

My nausea still comes and goes, but I definitely feel better than I did a month ago (knock on wood!). My Subway craving has passed...no other cravings have popped up yet. Sweets are completely unappealing to me. Kevin has almost single-handedly eaten a bag of M&Ms because they don't taste good to me. Weird! I do still like Captain Crunch and Coke though (not together!). That might explain my weight gain.

Since I'm barely showing, I'm not really sure how to explain anything to Alyssa. I tell her she's going to be a wonderful big sister all the time. I also have been researching good children's books to buy to "prepare" her for the baby's arrival. Alyssa did get a bitty baby doll for Christmas, but she's not really "into" it yet. Thanks for sharing your story Glynis..I love happy endings!

Amy

 

[marcij]

Tinkaroo -- are you talking about Jim Coleman, by any chance?

 

[Tinkaroo]

This is a very good question Penny. My first thought is not the dozen roses - too much. Candy is tough because she may be watching her weight (heck, I think candy is good anytime). But how about a really nice dinner and a nice card that says he's glad she has come in to his life? As you get older, the gift of time is more important than a trinket.

Let me think a little longer on this -- anybody else got a good idea??

May be too personal or much for a relatively new relationship, but what about a gift certificate for a spa treatment? I'd never turn down something like that!

ETA - I see we all think alike!

 

[itdjbw]

I wanted to let you all know that I have made my design gallery private -

I made a mistake putting them out for people to use at their own discretion

While no one in this thread has upset me - I am seeing people present my designs as their own more and more in other threads throughout the DIS and even other places on the internet -

If you would like a specific design from me - you can pm me for it

I saw your sig had changed and was wondering, I am going to miss seeing the new designs you do and agree that it is really sad people cannot give credit where credit is due!!!

 

[KMH1]

You know they say a growing baby takes away from your mental ability

You shush! Between this pregnancy and chasing after Alyssa all day, I'm as dumb as a box of rocks (but I do know that's a simile )

Amy

 

[chaoscent]

This thread moves so fast that I was afraid Glynis would miss the thank you I posted on a previous edited post. I didnt' expect so many answers so quickly. Thanks for replying. Penny

 

[Tinkaroo]

Tinkaroo -- are you talking about Jim Coleman, by any chance?

Close - Vester Hughes of Hughes & Luce.