FC Community

Discussion Boards => Off-Topic => Topic started by: anotherlaujgirl on July 07, 2014, 09:29:07 pm

Title: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: anotherlaujgirl on July 07, 2014, 09:29:07 pm
Hi ya'll.

I know it's early but I need some help.
I have my older sister for secret santa but I'm a little stuck on what to get because there is more than a 10 year gap between us.

Anyways here is a little description.
Married. 34yearsold. 4 kids. Lives a boring life LOL because she's a little more strict BUT she's clumsy and super nice. Very down to do things and try new things. ....

Not much of a description, but the hardest part is trying to think about what to get an adult... xD since I've barely become one myself.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: lguzman1 on July 07, 2014, 10:12:50 pm
I'm a little more older than she, but I am also boring and strict too. I really enjoy when my daughter or anybody gives me gift card to my favorite stores. to me when I give a gift. I found out what that person likes and their hobbies then I get them something that I know they would like from their hobbies ect... Hope this works. You can also try asking her husband what she likes or wants.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: sdenimandlace1 on July 08, 2014, 06:42:15 am
Gift card or a new craft to try.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: Gerianne on July 08, 2014, 06:49:05 am
Have you had a special family reunion any time recently?
It is rare that my two sisters and brother are all together.
We had a family reunion last week.
I got the idea to have a photo of the four of us on the beach matted and framed and sent to each of them.
 I know it will be a treasure for me to have on the wall of my apartment.
Maybe this gives you some ideas.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: LenoraMinogue on July 08, 2014, 08:13:25 am
You can never go wrong with a gift certificate. People can then get something they enjoy. I think they're a great idea.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: natashaspy on July 08, 2014, 11:49:10 am
maybe a gift certificate for a spa day, or even just for a massage....with that many kids i'm sure she could use it!
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: catchow on July 08, 2014, 11:54:43 am
I was going to say the same thing as natashaspy :)

Sounds like it wouldnt be something she would buy for herself

Or if thats too expensive, how about a gift certificate to get her hair and nails done
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: aflyingmonkey on July 08, 2014, 12:24:08 pm
I agree with a gift certificate/ gift card to get hair/nails done.
I'm thinking with 4 kids, if you get her a gift card no doubt she'll use it for something for the kids, because that's how it works when you get old & boring ;)
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: mill8277 on July 08, 2014, 12:30:54 pm
I was thinking the same things as everyone else...gift card or certificate.....hope she loves whatever you decide....
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: anotherlaujgirl on July 09, 2014, 09:06:57 am
I'm a little more older than she, but I am also boring and strict too. I really enjoy when my daughter or anybody gives me gift card to my favorite stores. to me when I give a gift. I found out what that person likes and their hobbies then I get them something that I know they would like from their hobbies ect... Hope this works. You can also try asking her husband what she likes or wants.

Thank you! i was thinking that as well.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: anotherlaujgirl on July 09, 2014, 09:07:58 am
thanks everyone! my only problem now is to where? XD LOL i'll figure that out
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: countrygirl12 on July 09, 2014, 09:13:24 am
Being as it is your sister it should be easy.  What does she like?  DVDs?  CDs?  You should know what kind of clothes she likes?

You could do a basket you make yourself.  Maybe a theme.  They have a ton of bath stuff at Bath and Body works.  You could get lotions, soaps, candles, and candy and it all the same theme.  Maybe throw in a gift card for some where to eat.  And a coupon for free baby sitting.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: msmoneybags48 on July 09, 2014, 09:14:32 am
You have a good heart, and I understand the sentiment.  Your sister sounds like a great big sister, and I would do one of two things to make her Christmas special:  Get her a gift card, or treat her to a special day.  Hope it helps. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :rainbow: :present: :rose:
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: cathy37 on July 09, 2014, 04:20:15 pm
I agree with some of the other responses.  A gift card for a day of beauty or a spa day.  I know that if I get a gift card from somewhere like Wal-Mart, I would use it for something other than a gift just for me.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: lepord on July 09, 2014, 10:44:18 pm
How about some nice towels, bath towels and kitchen towels..
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: raven1114 on July 09, 2014, 11:49:06 pm
Make or buy a gift basket, gift card to her favorite restaurant or store. If you live close enough maybe an offer to babysit so she can go out.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: anotherlaujgirl on July 10, 2014, 09:25:30 pm
Make or buy a gift basket, gift card to her favorite restaurant or store. If you live close enough maybe an offer to babysit so she can go out.
Thanks! :D
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: ricdsm on July 10, 2014, 11:48:21 pm
I'm a terrible gift buyer.  I can never decide for sure.  Good luck to you.
Title: Re: Secret Santa Gift.. Help?
Post by: countrygirl12 on July 11, 2014, 06:27:52 am
I was going to say the same thing as natashaspy :)

Sounds like it wouldnt be something she would buy for herself

Or if thats too expensive, how about a gift certificate to get her hair and nails done

This could be good or bad.  If someone gave this to me it would be totally wasted money.  I have no desire to get my hair cut or dyed so I have no need to go to a beauty shop and I don't have long fingernails.  I know people suggest this a lot but to me that would be the same as getting nothing.