For the man with everything... literally!

starlite21l

So one of our very good friends is a millionaire and refuses to listen to the words no.  He loves to by things for other people.  He insists on buying us expensive gifts and helping us pay for different parts of our wedding.  As recent college graduates we don't have tons of money so we obviously can't buy him lavish gifts in return.  We appreciate his generosity more than words can explain but we cannot figure out how to let him know.  We have sent him thank you cards, gotten him small gifts and always thank him in person.  Does anyone have any suggestions so that he knows how much we appreciate him as a friend?

Edit:  He is in the bridal party  

PsyDet 2155

I think you are doing the right thing.  A simple and heartfelt "thank you" goes a long way and I'm sure that's all he needs to hear in order to feel appreciated for his generosity.

Simply Fated

Does he care that you can't spend as much money on him as he has? I mean, if he is your friend, then I'm sure he knows you can't always afford what you want to.
And, let's face it, some of the best gifts in the world are free. (I'm talking about the gift of friendship. I'm THAT lame.)

kaederose

Is there something you're good at, like baking or crafts?  Can you make him something instead of purchasing?  I think what you're already doing is the right thing, since he's a generous person and you say you express your gratitude.  But if you want to reciprocate in some manner maybe you can come up with something that costs you time more than anything.

sister2groom

I agree, maybe do something that he can't do, like make him a really nice dinner or bake a cake.

Manwaithiel

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[QUOTE]Is there something you're good at, like baking or crafts?  Can you make him something instead of purchasing?  I think what you're already doing is the right thing, since he's a generous person and you say you express your gratitude.  But if you want to reciprocate in some manner maybe you can come up with something that costs you time more than anything.
Posted by kaederose[/QUOTE]

This.

starlite21l

Thanks for the advice everyone!  We definitely try to keep him involved in super involved in our lives... he truly is just an amazingly generous guy.  I have been thinking of trying to cook him something.  He is an amazing cook (go figure! lol) and I am just okay but I figured just putting the effort in might be nice!

Thanks again!

kaederose

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[QUOTE]Thanks for the advice everyone!  We definitely try to keep him involved in super involved in our lives... he truly is just an amazingly generous guy.  I have been thinking of trying to cook him something.  He is an amazing cook (go figure! lol) and I am just okay but I figured just putting the effort in might be nice! Thanks again!
Posted by ludachris315[/QUOTE]


What if you made him a recipe book of your favorite recipes?  Or family recipes/cultural recipes he might not otherwise have?  You can cook one for him, invite him over and present him with the book (or notecards or whatever) after the dinner.