I love buying presents. I love looking for, and I hope finding, the right present, wrapping it nicely, and it being A SURPRISE. But this doesn't happen any more. What happens is lists, like wedding present lists, and conversations that go like this (Mabel is nearly at the end of her shopping, her tether and this conversation. Mabel is On Tablets):
Mabel: so I'm giving Giles the train and Ebony the Lego?
Josephine: no, no! He's getting the train from Auntie Loo, and Ebony isn't into Lego any more.
Mabel: then what would Ebony like?
Josephine: The doll that pees and sh**s (there is such a thing. My daughter was given one long before she had babies that also p.......oh, never mind)
Mabel: but...oh dear... then what can I get for Giles?
Josephine: the sit-on Ferrari? (Mabel can't afford the Ferrari, so she goes out and shoots herself. Problem solved.)
I know lists are probably easier, because eventually Giles will get his Ferrari and Ebony her revolting doll. But I feel for poor Mabel. Sadly, unlike her, I don't have a pistol.
(And if any of my family read this, please don't take offence. I just wanted to give you a SURPRISE, even if you didn't need one.)
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I LOVE surprises! My Mum has asked me what I want for Christmas, and the only answer I gave her was a non-committal shrug. Well, that's not quite true. I said clearly what I do NOT want: "Things"! Things that stand around, take up space and collect dust.
ReplyDelete(Bottles of liqueur etc. do not fall into this category.)
Totally agree, Meike!
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ReplyDeleteBuying presents is fine if I know what the other person might like, can find one and afford it. In fact, I imagine that would be quite nice.
ReplyDeleteYes - it's the not knowing, isn't it?
DeleteThis hit a nerve ... I'm no longer able or desiring to "go shopping," so I do rely on Wish Lists. It is easy, it is sure to please, it is definitely for those of us who are too lazy or too infirm to get out among 'em. Love Amazon, long may they prosper.
ReplyDeleteJill, I find browsing the internet can be helpful, and easier on the feet than shopping!
DeleteI still love the surprise gifts and can mostly get away with it still. Except when I tell husband what I would like, or even worse, buy it myself and give him it to wrap! To be fair, we keep ours small and he usually gives me a wee surprise as well.
ReplyDeleteRosemary, small is so sensible! Each year, my family seem to spend more and more...
DeleteI love surprise presents - whatever they are.
ReplyDeleteMe too, Wendy.
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