I need a gift idea. I'm at a loss here.

I have a dear friend I've known for nearly 25 years now who lives two states away. We've always joked that if neither of us had re-married by the time he turned 50, we'd get married.

Well, that day is here the first week in December. Being lonely is no reason to get married, so a proposal is off the table. ;) He would agree. He's pretty conservative, so all the usual lounge ideas are out. :P

I have no idea what to get him for his 50th birthday. He's not looking forward to the day at all.

Any ideas? Usually gifts are easy for me to select. This one has me stumped.

What are his interests and hobbies? What's your approximate budget? :hi:

:)

I like beer, $$$, and I am a size.........

But I am NO where near 50 years old yet....:rofl: :hi:

that you are no longer near....??
you have never told us how old you are....
could get interesting...


lost

:grr: :grr:

And that is NO where near 50 yet



so there


:hi:


found 44

:shrug:


instead of at a loss, it could have been I'm "all locked up" to be in theme :P

honestly that is a tough one lizziegrace

good luck

:hug:

How about something to eat?

What goodies does he like to snack on?

:hi:

See....there you go again trying to get this thread locked too....

Eat, and snack on....those are sex thread words............:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :hi:






"There is no limit to the extension of the curious mind. It reaches to the end of the imagination, then beyond into the mysteries of dreams, hoping always to convert even the dreams into reality, for the greater well-being of all mankind..."

There might be a few retired ones at Marana Airport in Arizona that you could pick up, cheap.

he's restoring an old muscle car and hated giving up his motorcycle. I can spend about $50. I wanted to drive over and take him out to dinner, but fuel is too expensive to make the trip.

Does this help?

http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=102514742&c=

(snicker)

A little pricey. I think I'd run screaming from the house if someone got me that. :rofl:

Seriously.... How about a subscription to a car restoration magazine, I am sure they have such a thing. Or... some really important car part that you know he needs? Or... my family has resorted to giving each other charitable contributions to various things for Christmas, since we all feel like we've got enough "stuff," but that's not a very FUN idea unless he's of similar mind and has charities that are dear to his heart. Um... since it's a big 50, maybe one of those once-in-a-lifetime things like a ride in a hot air balloon or a skydive? (I have no idea how much that it would cost, though.)

That's all I can think of for now -- maybe more later.... :D

Thanks!

I'm leaning toward something car-related.

it seriously freaked me out. :scared:








:hi:

:wow:

What I did for my best friend on her birthday who lives only one state away is I surprised her by visiting. If you can't do that find something that will remind you both about what makes your friendship special.(movies,drink,music,) I know how you feel I miss my best buddy.

I'm so grateful we've remained friends through raising children, divorces, me moving all over the country and all.

If you're around on December 29th, consider coming to a party just outside Columbus. It's a DU gathering.

:hi:

I do live outside of Columbus. I will check back in at the DU lounge for the up date. Thank you again for asking just moved here about a year ago and haven't meet to many people. Thank you again for asking.

:)

so I got him a lovely copy of Leaves of Grass. I don't know if that would work for your friend, but it perked mine right up.

http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=102174152&c=

(snort)

back away from your keyboard. ;)

Skymall is a very dangerous place for you. :rofl:

Who makes this shit up? Who BUYS this shit? I mean really?

http://www.skymall.com/shopping/detail.htm?pid=102517807&c=

:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl:

It's perfect! :rofl:

you're right. Who buys this stuff?

:eyes:

call your friend...
find out if there is a special scotch or whiskey he likes...
maybe some godiva chocolates
we usually give a mixture of lottery tickets..
including the pick 6 or Mega millions...

your friend should know what to get him...

:bounce: :hi:

lost

Maybe you could get him 50 of 'em.



I know I'd like 50 tins o' Spam. :bounce:

* first off, garage stuff:
gift certificate to a local auto parts store, i.e, Kragen Auto Parts
a funny tshirt that reads "What Happens in the Garage stays in the Garage"
a cool neon light or sign to decorate his garage

* something symbolic and meaningful:
a beautiful upscale candle with a holder and a card indicating how much you appreciate the warmth and light he brings to your life

a nice windchime with a card wishing him the blessings of Harmony and Balance

* 5 things (for each decade of his life) of something cool:
i.e., 5 lovely coffee mugs for sharing coffee with friends; 5 pics of you and him together, over the years;

*then there's always the basics:
books, CD's, gift cards...

50 is the new 30, you know! ( saw that on a tshirt, too!) :hi: