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Christmas gift idea (or appropriateness) for less than 2 month girlfriend?
schattenjaeger
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I met a girl early November, and things are progressing pretty positively, but it's still a pretty casual thing. She's coming over Saturday and I am out of town next week for Christmas, so I figured it'd be a good opportunity...IF it's a good idea at all!
Given the nature of things, and I'm not sure if she'll get me anything (wouldn't be surprised but obviously wouldn't bat an eye if she doesn't), I figure something inexpensive and not something that'd make her (or me!) feel awkward if she didn't get something. From what I know of her reading habits, I could easily pick a book or two she'd like. I'm sure that's not too much, but...you think that's enough? She has a long commute by train every day, so maybe something to kill time (well a book would be good for that too). She's got a geeky side (but doesn't like Star Wars or Star Trek, what have I done?!). I'm bad at buying gifts for people I've known over two decades, so this is extra-hard mode for me.
Given the nature of things, and I'm not sure if she'll get me anything (wouldn't be surprised but obviously wouldn't bat an eye if she doesn't), I figure something inexpensive and not something that'd make her (or me!) feel awkward if she didn't get something. From what I know of her reading habits, I could easily pick a book or two she'd like. I'm sure that's not too much, but...you think that's enough? She has a long commute by train every day, so maybe something to kill time (well a book would be good for that too). She's got a geeky side (but doesn't like Star Wars or Star Trek, what have I done?!). I'm bad at buying gifts for people I've known over two decades, so this is extra-hard mode for me.
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I don't think in the history of the internet has a provided link so specifically and precisely answered a person's query! Thanks
So, with that in mind:
You’re going to want to use how often you see each other as a gauge here. If you’re seeing each other once or twice a week, then you want to consider something heartfelt and fun but relatively cheap: no more than $30 on the outside edge, plus dinner. You’re having fun, but it’s not serious yet. Anything more substantial than, say, a book by her favorite author is going to be a bit much.
This is on the nose, and a book is pretty much what I was thinking, so I'm feeling pretty ok about that. Another avenue is that she's a bit of a Dr. Who fan, if anybody has a suggestion of similar magnitude.
You're still at that stage where you're finding out more and more about one another. It would be a nice gesture.
Yes, I think that is a good idea. Given what she likes, I have an idea from an author I like and she isn't familiar with.
Well we are going to see a movie so I could always do that thing with the popcorn!
A book would be good, and maybe a credit to whatever system (Apple, Android) she uses as well.
Shipping is almost 30 bucks. Total ripoff.
Definitely. I started dating my now fiancee in early November, and my christmas present was a book on one of her favorite artists and dinner.
You can plan lots of exciting cheap dates, especially in NYC. Planning a day of low-budget adventure and activities in NYC is more meaningful than dropping cash. It seems he realizes this - he's taking a trip with you rather than buying you things - so he should be especially appreciative.
Ditto goes for OP.
Yes, but you could probably convince your fellow actor friends to help you out with a date night adventure piece.
Yummy home cooked food + date night = victory. Food is the way to any guy's heart.
Seconded!
Few more hours, then I can tell y'all if your advice was sound!
BUT EVERYTHING WENT AS GOOD AS POSSIBLE.
She got me a gift too but wasn't sure if it was appropriate either, so she was relieved.
That's some grade-A humor and a solid reference!