So excited! But I need suggestions!

sketne25

Yesterday my wonderful FI got a great promotion and a BIG raise to go with it. We are so excited! He has only been with his company for about a year, so this was a pretty big deal for him.

I'd like to get him some sort of "Congrats" present, but I am TERRIBLE at gift giving. I was thinking about taking his late grandfather's pocketwatch to a jeweler to get it fixed, as it no longer works and it means a lot to him. Does anyone have any other "man gift" suggestions? Thanks!

Nebb

BJ

number55

OMG Nebb...rofl...

The worst thing is, she is right, although I would start with a steak dinner as foreplay.

number55

okay, more seriously...

I am not joking about the steak dinner thing, my FI and I enjoy good food though.

The watch idea is nice though too.

Nebb

In all seriousness like number said, my husband and I dont really "do" gifts for celebrations. A special meal (something more indulgent than we would normally have) and spending quality time together is how we celebrate things.

dazed2confused

Make him a nice dinner, do the thing around the house that he usually does but hates, give him a massage.

Since idk ur fi, i can't suggest a personal gift

SarahPLiz

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[QUOTE]BJ
Posted by Nebb[/QUOTE]

According to my FI, and most men I know, that is the most sincere expression of appreciation and/or congratulations that exists. Seriously.

vegasgroom

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: So excited! But I need suggestions! : According to my FI, and most men I know, that is the most sincere expression of appreciation and/or congratulations that exists. Seriously.
Posted by SarahPLiz[/QUOTE]

I can confirm this is true.

MarriedInAFever

One more vote for steak and a blowjob.

dazed2confused

and a sandwich after!

kd.joseph

Sorry I have to agree my DH will take a BJ anytime over anything else. Second would be a great meal.

What kind of profession is he in, maybe a nice briefcase. Or something relating to his job?

SarahM2012

I second a BJ.  Maybe his fav fantasy?

As for other man gifts maybe cuff links?  If he has that kind of job.  They add a little something to the outfit.  If hes into vintage/classic design Georg Jensen is the way to go.

Steph0871

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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: So excited! But I need suggestions! : I can confirm this is true.
Posted by vegasgroom[/QUOTE]


This just made me actually LOL.  I'm going to have to 4th or 5th the steak and BJ idea.

BecW2be

I'm going to have to offer up the idea of  two BJs, if he's used to them. It'll make it stand out as a special night.

GreenPepperBurger

While every guy would appreciate a BJ, my BF and I always go out to a nice dinner to celebrate things.

pierrette123

LMAO,!!

Do all three.  The watch, the steak and the blowjob and he should be a happy man.

missy68

So now we all know what Nebb REALLY means when she says she's spending some quality time with her husband.

rhodesign

Steak, BJ and and ice cream sandwich after sounds perfect!

PreppySailor

Does he drink? Maybe a fancy bottle of scotch or classy wine and invite friends over to celebrate (no BJ's for his friends though)

sketne25

I'm sitting in my office laughing so hard I'm crying. Coworkers are starting to look confused. Thanks guys, I'm sure he will love your ideas!

vegasgroom

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[QUOTE]Does he drink? Maybe a fancy bottle of scotch or classy wine and invite friends over to celebrate <strong>(no BJ's for his friends though)</strong>
Posted by PreppySailor[/QUOTE]

ROFL!!

I like the booze idea though, I'm a big fan of tequila and champagne (not together, barf) so sometimes FI will get me a bottle of an expensive champagne she knows I like, or more Patron if I'm running low. :-)

deepcovejackie

Vegas Groom--you're funny!  My vote is the watch, steak and BJ.  Order of events is optional.