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Gift Ideas for a 50th Wedding Anniversary
by: Louise Goodman
The big 50. The fiftieth wedding anniversary is an important, yet
seldom reached milestone in any couple's relationship. Unlike other
anniversaries, this one is such a 'biggie' that other people can
feel free to celebrate it too (with the happy couple's consent,
of course). Traditionally, this is the 'golden wedding', and if
you are into flowers, the violet is the main theme. Typically, the
kids will want to take the celebrating parents out for a nice meal,
but gifts too can be given. Remember that it is not the value of
the gift that is important, it is the thought that went into it!
So what to give? Depending on budget, how about one of the following:-
* A photo of the couple in a gilt (gold) frame.
* Get a painting done from a photo of the couple - these are not
as expensive as you might think. you can even do a version yourself
by scanning a photo into your PC and then using the 'Art' filters
in your paint package to turn it into a work of art.
* If you have more than one photo, you could create a scrapbook
of them for your folks, bound up in silk ribbon.
* Nice wines or gift baskets containing the things they love (especially
if they are on a diet - today is not a day for being strict with
yourself!)
* If money is no object, how about a weekend break? You can get
some nice 'getaway' cruises of city breaks quite cheaply nowadays.
Just make sure they can still travel!
* Do they have major hobbies? Bird spotting? How about some new
lightweight binoculars? Golf? How about some new clubs or a set
of top of the range balls?
* If they are fans of a charity, see if you can make a donation
in their name. It is possible to sponsor rare animals these days,
and the WWF will happily send you details if you ask.
* AVOID trying to help them directly in a financial sense, the
chances are that no matter how much they would like money, they
would prefer to keep their dignity more.
* AVOID 'gift certificates'. This implies that you know they have
interests, but can't be bothered to do anything about them.
* AVOID trying to 'muscle in' on their big day. You might think
it will show love to try and organize everything, cook the food
personally etc, but believe you me, at this age, they need their
space, and will appreciate straight gifts or restaurant treats far
a more. Never outstay your welcome - they don't have as much stamina
as they used to!
About The Author
Louise Goodman is a new addition to the writing team at http://www.sorrydarling.com/
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