When it comes to gift giving/receiving, my husband and I don't quite line up. Prince Charming does not like to receive gifts. Granted, he is very appreciative of any gifts that come his way, but he has never been a fan of the spotlight. Now, because he is not a good gift receiver, he is not a good gift giver.
I, on the other hand, LOVE presents. I love birthdays and Christmas and any other holiday that produces wrapped lovlies. I love receiving random gifts from friends and family simply because they saw something and thought of me. Nothing grand, of course. A book, an US weekly or People magazine, a pad of paper with my name on it. Simple things that brighten my day. I do have this fantasy in which friends leave baked goods on my doorstep with a friendly note. I do love baked goods, cookies especially! Of course, this hasn't happened. But, I can keep fantasizing.
Since I am a good gift receiver, I am an excellent gift giver! I really love birthdays. I really like sending friends of mine birthday gifts. Something simple. Something that says, I'm thinking of you today and wanted to brighten your day with a present. Most of the time it is a food goodie. Other times it is something I made. Birthdays are such special days and all of the people I love deserve to receive something from me, simply because I like giving.
After eight years of marriage, I have learned that Prince Charming would be happy with just a kiss and a card on his birthday, anniversary, and even Christmas. But, I can't just do a card. I pay attention to what he says about things he wants. Since he rarely mentions that he actually wants something, I immediately take note because he is so hard to buy for. I like getting him presents. It makes me feel good. So, that is why I do it.
I don't need an anniversary gift, per se. A card? Yes, that would be nice. Flowers? Even better! Any present to unwrap would be icing on the cake (a cake too, would be awesome!). But, my husband isn't a good gift giver. Having this knowledge, I am satisfied with small gestures like cards and flowers.
Special days deserve special things and traditions. What did I receive on our happy day? Goose eggs.
Given this whole "square peg, round hole" theory when it comes to gift giving, fortunately we are compatible in every other way!
Side note: Prince Charming received 2 raglan baseball tees from me. I only note this for prosperity. I have no idea what I gave to Prince Charming or what he gave me on our 5th wedding anniversary, or any other for that matter! I am writing it down because it will be fun to look back on over the years.
Post Script: "Goose eggs" means "nothing. zip. zero. zilch." A few people have asked. :)
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
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If i lived by you you would receive baked goodies on your door all the time. and i love the gifts you send for my b-day. what are you going to do with goose eggs. i just tell damon want i want. that way i am never dissatisfied. for christmas he totally surprised me though and went way over board and got me a new dooney and burke. i didn't even know he knew what it was. i hope you had a nice anniversary anyway and watched idol. love ya and miss you tons.
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