What did you get your hubby??

Tink · 12-21-2007, 08:13 AM

I'm making every effort to spoil Greg big time this year. He usually gets clothes and small items as we have always spent the lions share of our Christmas budget on the kids. So this year I decided to go all out on him.

I have a high powered power invertor under the tree that will get installed in his semi. It will allow him to run a tv, microwave, a coffeemaker, etc. He's done without these things for years and not complained... so it's time to make him a bit more comfy. Then I got him a coffeemaker (he's a huge coffee drinker) to start out with.
I also got him 2 very realistic dummy security cameras since he keeps saying he wants them to put on the roof of the garage aimed at our new boundary fence to discourage the neighbors from coming where they don't belong. The cameras have motion sensors so will turn to follow motion and have a little flashing light when they detect movement. I think he'll get a real kick out of them.

He has no clue what he's getting but I've been teasing him for the past month that this year will be something special for him.

rivermom · 12-21-2007, 08:23 AM

Angie - what nice gifts you found for Brenden. I remember watching the movie, Goonies. It's a cute movie.

Diana - One can never go wrong with a gift for both of you to enjoy.

Tink - How sweet you are making Greg's Christmas so great. You put so much thought into making it a great day for him. Love it!!!

My hubby - He didn't get squat this year, LOL. This is the first year we are not shopping for each other. We've just come to a place in our lives right now where we are not in want for anything. I'm cooking a huge meal for the two of us and we are just going to relax Christmas day/night.

AngieDoogles · 12-21-2007, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by rivermom

'm cooking a huge meal for the two of us and we are just going to relax Christmas day/night.

That sounds so sweet Sheryl. I'm sure a laid back Christmas will be amazing!

Me and Bren--we have lots of family activities and such, but we're really looking forward to it.

Mandy · 12-21-2007, 12:49 PM

Uhhhhhhhhhmmmm

i gotta run out tomorrow, and find something to give my better half - i usually end up buying him Chanel deo's, aftershave, and stuff. Guess it will not be too different this time LOL

DianaB · 12-21-2007, 07:32 PM

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Originally Posted by rivermom

.......I'm cooking a huge meal for the two of us and we are just going to relax Christmas day/night.

That sounds heavenly right now!!! I could go for a Christmas for two!!! I know that I'd soon change my mind as soon as Christmas got here though! I'm just getting stressed with trying to get everything all done! I just keep telling myself......You'll get it done!!......You'll get it done!!!.......but then the question comes up.........Will it be in time?.........Will it be in time?

AngieDoogles · 12-21-2007, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by DianaB

That sounds heavenly right now!!! I could go for a Christmas for two!!! I know that I'd soon change my mind as soon as Christmas got here though! I'm just getting stressed with trying to get everything all done! I just keep telling myself......You'll get it done!!......You'll get it done!!!.......but then the question comes up.........Will it be in time?.........Will it be in time?

Aww, Diana. I'm sure Christmas will be great. Now stop worrying and start enjoying the holidays. That's an order, young lady!

DianaB · 12-21-2007, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by AngieDoogles

Aww, Diana. I'm sure Christmas will be great. Now stop worrying and start enjoying the holidays. That's an order, young lady!

I'm trying, I'm trying but I haven't even started wrapping packages, getting my groceries, or gotten my house in order. I did get my Christmas cards mostly done tonight (that's why I'm up so late). Tomorrow I'm going to work on wrapping gifts and I'm going to have Glen and Jaci help. Then I'll go and get my groceries and work on the house Saturday and Sunday. Then I'll do my cooking and baking on Monday! That sounds like a good plan, if nothing else comes up!!!!!

BTW--You're so funny with your "That's an order, young lady!!!!" I guess turn abouts fair play!!!!!

Janet · 12-22-2007, 03:51 AM

I didn't spend a whole lot on hubby. I usually spend most of what I have on my son of course. I did get hubby a pair of jeans, some kind of ratchett tool thing, and a razor.

Forgivenmom5 · 12-22-2007, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by DianaB

That sounds heavenly right now!!! I could go for a Christmas for two!!! I know that I'd soon change my mind as soon as Christmas got here though! I'm just getting stressed with trying to get everything all done! I just keep telling myself......You'll get it done!!......You'll get it done!!!.......but then the question comes up.........Will it be in time?.........Will it be in time?

Diana it is so sweet of you to want everything to be perfect for your family but I think you need to read your quote and not be so stressed.

DianaB · 12-22-2007, 07:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Forgivenmom5

Diana it is so sweet of you to want everything to be perfect for your family but I think you need to read your quote and not be so stressed.

Yes, I do!!! Thanks for reminding me. I know that everything will come together and at the last minute I'll start crossing off the things that really aren't important. I just haven't gotten to that point yet. It helps that tomorrow for Church we're only having morning services, no Sunday School and no evening services. That gives me extra time!!!! Yay!!!

Lissa · 12-22-2007, 09:07 AM

Guys are always so hard to get things for!!! Last year I knew what I wanted to get him ahead of time, but I didn't figure out what to get him til last week. I got him a new wallet and the Band of Brothers series on DVD, the second one's loaded though, I wanted it for myself and since his stuff and my stuff will become our stuff in June, I figured it wouldn't hurt =P, plus he loves WW2 stuff.

I'm excited though, I actually get to use a good reliable oven to bake a cheesecake for Christmas!!! The last ones I had to use were either propane fueled or 40 years old.

Tink · 12-22-2007, 09:51 AM

We're going to spend today cleaning and organizing the house. I have people coming tomorrow for one of my boy puppies in the morning, and we go to my brothers in the evening for our family Christmas party.

I have everything wrapped, never did get Christmas cards done... First time EVER that I didn't do those! No real excuse since I have cards, stamps, and so on hand... I just couldn't get myself to do it!

I'm so glad dh is home and willing to help with the heavier stuff. I do plan to kick the boys in the rear and get them to help too since much of the mess is theirs.

DianaB · 12-22-2007, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Lissa

Guys are always so hard to get things for!!! Last year I knew what I wanted to get him ahead of time, but I didn't figure out what to get him til last week. I got him a new wallet and the Band of Brothers series on DVD, the second one's loaded though, I wanted it for myself and since his stuff and my stuff will become our stuff in June, I figured it wouldn't hurt =P, plus he loves WW2 stuff.

I'm excited though, I actually get to use a good reliable oven to bake a cheesecake for Christmas!!! The last ones I had to use were either propane fueled or 40 years old.

Hey, Melissa!!! It's good to have you back on here!!! How's the wedding plans coming!!! I've missed you and your guy!!!!

12-21-2007, 08:13 AM	#1
Tink Donating 4WT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rural Wisconsin Posts: 3,707	I'm making every effort to spoil Greg big time this year. He usually gets clothes and small items as we have always spent the lions share of our Christmas budget on the kids. So this year I decided to go all out on him. I have a high powered power invertor under the tree that will get installed in his semi. It will allow him to run a tv, microwave, a coffeemaker, etc. He's done without these things for years and not complained... so it's time to make him a bit more comfy. Then I got him a coffeemaker (he's a huge coffee drinker) to start out with. I also got him 2 very realistic dummy security cameras since he keeps saying he wants them to put on the roof of the garage aimed at our new boundary fence to discourage the neighbors from coming where they don't belong. The cameras have motion sensors so will turn to follow motion and have a little flashing light when they detect movement. I think he'll get a real kick out of them. He has no clue what he's getting but I've been teasing him for the past month that this year will be something special for him. __________________ 'A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in.. And how many want out.' England 's Prime Minister Tony Blair'

12-21-2007, 08:23 AM	#2
rivermom Donating 4WT 500 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Tontitown, Arkansas Posts: 2,475	Angie - what nice gifts you found for Brenden. I remember watching the movie, Goonies. It's a cute movie. Diana - One can never go wrong with a gift for both of you to enjoy. Tink - How sweet you are making Greg's Christmas so great. You put so much thought into making it a great day for him. Love it!!! My hubby - He didn't get squat this year, LOL. This is the first year we are not shopping for each other. We've just come to a place in our lives right now where we are not in want for anything. I'm cooking a huge meal for the two of us and we are just going to relax Christmas day/night. __________________ ~_/> , /\/\ ,,, Sheryl When I grow up I want to be a horse whisperer!

12-21-2007, 12:49 PM	#4
Mandy Donating 4WT 4000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Who cares! Posts: 4,587	Uhhhhhhhhhmmmm i gotta run out tomorrow, and find something to give my better half - i usually end up buying him Chanel deo's, aftershave, and stuff. Guess it will not be too different this time LOL __________________ Many people will walk in and out your life, but only true friends leave footprints!

12-22-2007, 03:51 AM	#8
Janet Moderator Donating 4WT 18K Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: INDIANA Posts: 21,625	I didn't spend a whole lot on hubby. I usually spend most of what I have on my son of course. I did get hubby a pair of jeans, some kind of ratchett tool thing, and a razor. __________________ To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. ECCLESIASTES 3:1

12-22-2007, 09:07 AM	#11
Lissa Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: South and Central Texas Posts: 337	Guys are always so hard to get things for!!! Last year I knew what I wanted to get him ahead of time, but I didn't figure out what to get him til last week. I got him a new wallet and the Band of Brothers series on DVD, the second one's loaded though, I wanted it for myself and since his stuff and my stuff will become our stuff in June, I figured it wouldn't hurt =P, plus he loves WW2 stuff. I'm excited though, I actually get to use a good reliable oven to bake a cheesecake for Christmas!!! The last ones I had to use were either propane fueled or 40 years old. __________________ Marilyn's Disappearing Daughter!! Cake or Death, Melissa "Therefore do not throw away your confidence, which has a great reward. For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised." Heb 10:35-36

12-22-2007, 09:51 AM	#12
Tink Donating 4WT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Rural Wisconsin Posts: 3,707	We're going to spend today cleaning and organizing the house. I have people coming tomorrow for one of my boy puppies in the morning, and we go to my brothers in the evening for our family Christmas party. I have everything wrapped, never did get Christmas cards done... First time EVER that I didn't do those! No real excuse since I have cards, stamps, and so on hand... I just couldn't get myself to do it! I'm so glad dh is home and willing to help with the heavier stuff. I do plan to kick the boys in the rear and get them to help too since much of the mess is theirs. __________________ 'A simple way to take measure of a country is to look at how many want in.. And how many want out.' England 's Prime Minister Tony Blair'

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