Gift ideas for 40th Birthday?
Q: I am going to the 40th birthday party of a friend of mine and I have no idea what to get her. She has everything! She will be traveling to China in the next few months to adopt her second daughter, so I thought maybe something to do with that, but I can’t think of anything. I am getting desperate, the party is Feb. 10th. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
A: You can bring her a jade pendant. Jade is for good luck, which would be a nice thing for her to bring along on her exciting trip.
Another idea is a fancy journal to fill out during her trip. Something to remember the big event. Or, a gift certificate to a local spa for manicure/pedicure, to pamper herself before she leaves. Perhaps a digital photo frame (if too pricey go in w/someone else) to show off all the pics I’m sure she’ll be taking overseas.
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Sorry to disappoint you, but women don’t ever get to be 40. There is no such a thing as 40th birthday for women. You might as well shoot us. And don’t even mention 40 is the new 30, unless you have a death wish. Women can be very sensitive and often prone to anxiety attacks. You never can tell what they’re gonna do at the mere mention of the word “age,” let alone “40th birthday.” Never ask a woman how old she is. It is considered rude to ask. By whom? By women, of course. Plus, you’d never get the correct answer, so why bother risking your life?
But if.. and that is a big “if,” women had a 40th birthday, don’t give her a coffee mug or t-shirt that says “When You’re Over-the-Hill You Pick Up Speed,” or “It took me 40 years to get this good.” Those are guy’s stuff. Women don’t like to be reminded, let alone make fun of, their age. Not that women don’t have a sense of humor. On course, we do. We just don’t like it if the joke’s on us. Ok? And we hate birthdays!
Again, if.. and that is a big “if,” women had a 40th birthday, here are some wonderful 40th birthday gift ideas for women – awesome gifts for Wife, Mom, Sister, Girlfriend and Girl Friends.
40th Birthday Gift Ideas for Women – Sister and BFF (Best Friends Forever)
I have three sisters. All of them have had their 40th birthday. Obviously, they are much younger than I. Believe me, it was rather embarrassing that when they celebrated their 40th birthday, they were all smiles. The question “Do women fake it?” comes to mind.
Here are some lovely 40th birthday gift ideas for sisters and best friends forever.
- Make-over – If your sister or friend has her own hair stylist AND she looks good, take her to her own hair stylist and have a new hairdo. If her hair looks questionable, take her to your hair stylist instead. This is a great birthday gift idea, specially on her 40th birthday.
- Manicure and Pedicure – I treated my sisters to manicure and pedicure and they love it. I want one, if and when I ever get to be 40. Sitting there and letting someone do your nails is absolutely wonderful.
- Movie Night – You can take your sister or friend to the latest romantic movie or comedy whichever she likes, or you can have a girl friends small party and rent a couple of movies. Women love sad movies. For some reason, we enjoy crying our eyes out.
- Dinner – A movie and a dinner would be ideal. But just taking her to her favorite restaurant will be great, too. Your sister or friend will love to have their favorite dessert. Just make sure the word “birthday” is not mentioned in the restaurant, or the stuff will suddenly appear singing “Happy Birthday,” and this might cause your sister or friend to sob on the spot.
- Buy her a drink or two or three – If your sister or friend likes to drink once in while, this will be a real treat. If your sister or friend loves to drink, this will be a wonderful birthday gift idea. If your sister or friend has a drinking problem, take her to a coffee shop.
40th Birthday Gift Ideas for Women – Lovely Gifts for Mom
Kids, listen here. It’s Mom’s birthday. Never mind how old. A birthday is a birthday. The very best birthday gift for Mom is peace and quiet. Can you do that? You may also give her a big hug and lots of kisses. Mom loves hugs and kisses. Mom also love those lovely birthday cards you make and all gifts you make yourself. Mom is easy to please. You know why? Because Mom loves you and anything you make and give to her, she will love and treasure it forever.
- Tell Mom she can take a nice bubble bath, and promise to behave and not make your baby brother cry.
- Ask Dad to take you and Mom out to a picnic, or the movies, or to mini golf. Mom loves to be with her family.
- No, sweetie, you don’t make a birthday cake for Mom. Ask Dad to buy a birthday cake and you can stick the candles on top. Let Dad light the candles. And yes, you can sing “Happy Birthday” as loud as you can.
- And tell Mom you love her. She already knows you do, but Mom always love to hear you say you love her.
40th Birthday Gift Ideas for Women – Lovely Gifts for Wife
Take her to Paris. Paris, France.. that is. Paris is the most romantic city in the world. It has an unparalleled aura about it that even words fail to describe. Paris is enthralling and captivating, the “city of lights” exudes the charm of romance like no other. Best known for excellent wines and desserts, Paris is just perfect for romance. The perfect gift for your wife’s 40th birthday. If Paris is out of the question, these 40th birthday gift ideas for your wife, are just as wonderful.
- Jewelry. Jewelry. Jewelry. – You can never go wrong with jewelry. Women love jewelries.
- Flowers – Jewelry and a dozen long-stem red roses, will make your wife love more. You might even get lucky that night.
- Dining and Dancing – When was the last time you took her out dancing. Never mind that you hate dancing. It’s not your 40th birthday, it’s hers. Dinner and Dancing is very romantic for women. If you combine jewelry, flowers, and dinner and dancing, I assure you, you will get lucky that night.
And don’t forget to say “You look more beautiful than the first time I laid eyes on you.” Then take her in your arms, and whisper in her ear “I love you. I will always love you. Always.”
That will definitely seal the deal.. twice.
Lucky you. And it’s not even your birthday.
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30th Birthday Gifts ideas for her
What do you get for someone who is 30 years old? It’s such an in-between age. Are they a bit ground down with careers, children and a mortgage and in need of a little pampering or escape from the daily grind? Or are they still on the loose, travelling and playing with life?
At this age, some women are sensitive when it comes to their birthdays because for many reasons, it can be a controversial birthday. For some women, it is a turning point in their youth, and for others, “30 is the new 20″. Most likely, women of age 30 already have a stable career, are finished with college, are financially responsible, and have more jewelry than they know what to do with. So, the usual gifts of jewelry and gift cards can seem unnecessary and sometimes just plain insulting. So what do 30 year old women want for their birthday?
A gift basket allows you to personalize your gifts according to your friend’s tastes. Give a small gourmet basket of kitchen supplies to a chef including balsamic vinegar, exotic spices, gourmet cheeses and wine. Or, for the diva, create a beauty basket filled with makeup, hair supplies, nail polishes, perfumes and scented oils.
A favorite photograph etched inside a crystal or one inserted it into a crystal frame makes a good gift. So does an engraved leather briefcase, computer sleeve or business card holder. Other items that can be personalized include a set of wine glasses or Champagne flutes, a couple of beer mugs, a picture frame or a coffee cup.
Choose a gift that reflects her age. A T-shirt stating, “30 cleverly disguised as a responsible adult” or “I’m not 30, I’m only $29.95 with tax” will bring a smile to her face. So will a barbecue apron stating, “This Irish Diva is 30 and Fabulous”. He may prefer a coffee mug stating, “30 and Keeping It Reel” (fishing) or a beer mug stating “I’m 30, so give me a beer”. Other options include 30 flowers, 30 brightly colored balloons or one helium filled balloon stating, “Happy Birthday to the 30-year-old”.
Enroll your friend in an item-of-the-month club. These clubs will send the chosen item right to the door. Choose from wines, organic fruits, gourmet cheeses, barbecue spices, books or chocolates. Other items include perfumes, cigars and flowers.
Traditional
Some gifts are always appreciated, such as CDs of favorite artists, new movie DVDs, updated video games and an iTunes download gift card. Other options include books, magazine subscriptions, and craft and hobby items in addition to scented lotions, bath gels, perfume or cologne. An art print, small sculpture or figurine may be just the thing as your friend’s tastes mature.
Valentine’s Day Is Coming Soon!
“In this valentine, there are so many gifts that we can give to our significant someone, but I believe that our special someone want it to be very special and unique, In my part, I have composed a POEM for her, I think this is a very unique gift, it’s up to me on the place.”–Chaucer.
Freedom and Love
How delicious is the winning
Of a kiss at love’s beginning,
When two mutual hearts are sighing
For the knot there’s no untying!
Yet remember, ‘midst your wooing
Love has bliss, but Love has ruing;
Other smiles may make you fickle,
Tears for other charms may trickle.
Love he comes and Love he tarries
Just as fate or fancy carries;
Longest stays, when sorest chidden;
Laughs and flies, when press’d and bidden.
Bind the sea to slumber stilly,
Bind its odour to the lily,
Bind the aspen ne’er to quiver,
Then bind Love to last for ever.
Love’s a fire that needs renewal
Of fresh beauty for its fuel;
Love’s wing moults when caged and captured,
Only free, he soars enraptured.
Can you keep the bees from ranging,
Or the ringdove’s neck from changing?
No! nor fetter’d Love from dying
In the knot there’s no untying.
I Love You
I love you
because the Earth turns round the sun
because the North wind blows north
sometimes
because the Pope is Catholic
and most Rabbis Jewish
because winters flow into springs
and the air clears after a storm
She Walks In Beauty
She walks in beauty, like the night
Of cloudless climes and starry skies;
And all that’s best of dark and bright
Meet in her aspect and her eyes:
Thus mellow’d to that tender light
Which heaven to gaudy day denies.
One shade more, one ray less,
Had half impair’d the nameless grace
Which waves in every raven tress,
Or softly lightens o’er her face;
Where thoughts serenely sweet express
How pure, how dear their dwelling place.
And on that cheek, and o’er that brow
So soft, so calm, yet eloquent,
The smiles that win, the tints that glow,
But tell of days in goodness spent,
A mind at peace with all below,
A heart whose love is innocent!
To My Guy
I ran out of ways to tell you I love the clothes you wear.
Can’t picture going a whole day without the smell of your hair.
Vanessa, why do I love you so much?
I’d pick your lips over a Reese Peanut Butter Cup.
Why has god taken us down these roads this way?
Is it to the end or to another gate?
You know that I’ll do anything for you.
Never will I pressure you to say the words “I DO”.
But before the devil has a chance to draw a line,
I thank god everyday that you are mine.
Why
WHY?
Why am I sitting here wanting to cry
Why am I feeling your love wants to die
This pain that your feeling, I can feel it too
I believe it’s because we are one, united, me and you
I’ve tried to imagine life without you near
It’s only left me sad, lonely and my heart full of fear
What would I do, who would I become
I know that if I lost you my heart would only run.
Run back to you just like from the start,
Run back to Katy the girl who has won my heart.
love!
the years are going by so fast
and our love will always last,
our ups and downs
the way we care
the love together we will always share,
the two lovely children
we call our own
which is what has made our happy home,
without each other we wouldn’t be
a happy little family,
it’s love that draws 2 people close
that’s why I love you the most!
Good Ideas For Buying a Last-minute Jewelry Gift
This time of year is always crazy, right?
Need help trying to figure out what the heck to do for those last minute gift items?
Well, by golly, Let’s go!
1)Take cues from the contents of a woman’s jewelry box. Note whether she tends to favor yellow gold or a white metal such as silver or platinum.
If her style is traditional, consider diamond stud earrings or a pearl necklace. If it’s more fashion-forward, consider chandelier earrings or cocktail rings.
2)Avoid 10-karat or 24-karat gold. Pure 24-karat gold is too soft for everyday wear, and 10-karat gold doesn’t have enough gold content to be acceptable for fine jewelry.
3)Don’t bow to high-pressure salespeople. A little bit of research can save you hundreds of dollars, especially on diamonds.
4)Make sure the retailer has a good return policy. Some jewelers allow returns for only 24 hours; others may not accept returns.
5)Consider sterling silver jewelry or freshwater pearls to save money. Gemstone and some diamond pendants may also be more affordable. Diamond stud earrings and eternity rings are a classic choice for a bit more money.
6)Save about 50-75% if you opt for black diamond. Look for black diamonds with a consistent exterior and no visible blemishes.
Candles For Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air…
Candles can be great gifts if you use the the right way. In these post you will find candles for Valentine’s day gift ideas and how to use candle presents for other moments.
First you will need a quality candle source. One of my favorite is Aromatherapy Interventions. Aromatherapy Interventions applies the science of scent to every, mind, mood and moment, creating soy candle gifts of insight and humor, and wonderful atmospheric scents.
Here are the recommended gifts:
1. Lighten Up
Aromatherapy Interventions Lighten Up Candle is great for creating a romantic atmosphere. Made from rare essential oils will create the sensation you are in the middle of a pine forest in the Pacific Northwest at early dawn.
To get maximum results use this candle on Valentine’s day.
2. Chill Out
This candle can also be used for romantic moments. The lavender will bring your mind and spirit to balance, and soft notes of cinnamon and eucalyptus will keep you from falling asleep.
The Workaholic Candle will help you recover after a long day of work. Spearmint, lime and an uplifitng basil will give you extra energy. Lemongrass and orange will help your focus.
How to use candle gifts efficiently(Tips)
- For an everyday gift, there’s Lighten Up, or Chill Out. These two are recommended for romantic occasions.
- For birthdays, you can go for Panic, Acceptance, or Wisdom
- Co-workers that just don’t stop? Give them Workaholic
- Well wishes? Take a look at Quick Fix.
