amorousbf28 Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 My girlfriend is turning 23 next week. Her family is throwing a big party for her and invited some of her closest friends. They plan on surprising her and of course, I’m part of the act. I haven’t bought anything for her yet, since I’m also busy planning for my own birthday surprise for her. I have read a lot of suggestions in a foreign dating blog but nothing that was stated there really stood out for me. I want it to be a special and memorable day for her. How can I do this? Any ideas? Thanks! Link to post Share on other sites
d0nnivain Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 If this is your 1st birthday together, don't go over board. You don't want something you can't top for the holidays, next year or a big birthday. Think of something she likes or needs & get her a present. Pick out a thoughtful card & all will be fine. Link to post Share on other sites
Marc878 Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 Put some thought into it. A gift card for a many/pedy or if you have the budget a spa day. Depends on your budget. Link to post Share on other sites
Logo Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 If you're going to make her or give her something that's so grand and impressive, then how far will you be able to go next time? You've already reached the ceiling. How will you top that? Link to post Share on other sites
coolheadal Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 My girlfriend is turning 23 next week. Her family is throwing a big party for her and invited some of her closest friends. They plan on surprising her and of course, I’m part of the act. I haven’t bought anything for her yet, since I’m also busy planning for my own birthday surprise for her. I have read a lot of suggestions in a foreign dating blog but nothing that was stated there really stood out for me. I want it to be a special and memorable day for her. How can I do this? Any ideas? Thanks! You haven't been paying attention to what she tells you she wants while your with her in person? Think back to what you two talk about it could be anything out of the blue. Now you have to struggle to figure what to get her. Link to post Share on other sites
Els Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 Why are you reading suggestions in a "foreign dating blog"? Is your relationship multicultural? Anyway, it really depends on your culture, but in mine, the guy usually takes the girl out for a nice dinner, gets her a cake/chocolate/some sort of dessert, and buys her a gift (type of gift depends on the girl's preferences, obviously). Link to post Share on other sites
Sarah_Smiles Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 Would depend on her tastes and what she enjoys, which we wouldn't know about at all... so on the safe side, I would say a nice but not too expensive piece of jewelry, earrings or a necklace. Or perhaps an item you heard her mention before but never bought for herself. Link to post Share on other sites
bathtub-row Posted September 24, 2018 Share Posted September 24, 2018 If she’s somewhat low-key, two surprise parties may get on her nerves. What’s wrong with a nice dinner, flowers - all that crap? I guess I’m speaking more for myself. I don’t like big gestures and would prefer quiet time with my man, or with him and a few select friends. Not sure what her personality is like. The gift is where you might want to put your energies. Link to post Share on other sites
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