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I said brrr it's cold in here

elishanbelishanb member
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So I just got home and it's chilly in my place (no surprise really)
I mostly just wanted to jump on here and say hello and vent my anger for still having NO clue what to get FI for Christmas! I walked around the mall a little bit, and I'm thinking about braving the cold to go to the outlets tomorrow to try to see if i find anything there. I'm starting to lose hope!
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  • BeckyP005BeckyP005
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    edited December 2011

    I'm glad I'm not the only one! Have no idea what to give DH. I like when the morning shows have segments on creative and fun gifts but they do it like 3 days before Christmas. No help then.

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  • hey_its_jennhey_its_jenn member
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    edited December 2011
    What kind of things is he in to? 
    What have you gotten him in the past?


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  • KimWardKimWard
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    edited December 2011
    At least it's not hot like it was yesterday! (I read your post from last evening when I was catching up this morning) GL with the shopping for FI- I hate the cold, so I could curl up under a blanket instead. Tongue out I should probably buy something more of DH...I'll have to think of what.

    Maybe something edible for your FI? Does he have a fav chocolate, cookie, beer/wine, etc.? You could make him something, or buy something gourmet that he normally wouldn't splurge on. Just an idea!
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  • elishanbelishanb member
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    edited December 2011
    Well the things I've bought him in the past are all too expensive because this year we've challenged each other to only spend $50 or less. So getting him just about any electronic thing is out of the question.
    I am really trying not to get a video game, because he knows that Video games are my last ditch effort gift.

    I'm thinking about clothes cause he could use a few new shirts, but that might be boring.

    Kim- I am glad it's more chilly than the tropical mess it was in here yesterday!
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  • dreamalotmpdreamalotmp
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    edited December 2011
    It is FRIGID in my office! I need long johns!

    I got Mike a new electric shaver (recommended by Dicer). Does Babe need a new shaver? We can all get our menfolk the same thing. :P
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  • slm13slm13
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    edited December 2011
    Congratulations on having a chilly home again!

    I'm no help with a gift.  Being a boring individual, I'm getting DH a new Phillies sweatshirt, some new underwear, and socks.  Nothing too exciting there.
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  • Er/jerEr/jer member
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    edited December 2011
    Sorry E - I can't think of anything.  $50 is difficult!

    Btw - I sent you mail yesterday - did you get it?
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  • elishanbelishanb member
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    edited December 2011
    $50 is hard!

    M- I asked him about an electric shaver last year, he aid he doesn't think he'd like it.

    E- I don't know how I missed that but I just emailed you back.
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  • LaFemmeRousseLaFemmeRousse member
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    edited December 2011
    Maybe something from these lists?

    http://www.dailycandy.com/chicago/article/78065/2009-Guys-Gift-Guide

    http://www.dailycandy.com/chicago/gallery/78260/TK-Gift-Ideas-for-Guys

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  • marbursmarburs
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    edited December 2011
    guys are so tough to buy for. I made FI a book with our epics and quotes and little stories on snapfish. and got him some clothes and what not. Maybe do something like that? Use your photo strips and make something thoughtful?

    Its freezing in my office too! And I eve remembered to where my long johns!
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  • dreamalotmpdreamalotmp
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    edited December 2011

    Give us some key words for things that he likes/ loves. I want to help crack this case!

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  • kbielak17kbielak17
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    edited December 2011
    Tickets to a concert or sporting event or such?
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  • elishanbelishanb member
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    edited December 2011
    oh geez key words...

    books
    - Chuck Palahniuk
    Movies
    -all movies
    Trying to stay away from video games
    -unless someone can find a good deal on a Xbox 360 live network adaptor cause I can't find one for under 80
    He likes shoes
    He has an MP3 player but it's not an Ipod

    I'll see what else I can think of...
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  • dreamalotmpdreamalotmp
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    edited December 2011
    Huh. That list just screams gift card to me. :P 
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  • dreamalotmpdreamalotmp
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    edited December 2011
    Does he have the Chuck P. documentary yet?
    http://chuckpalahniuk.net/store/postcards-dvd

    That would be cool!
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  • elishanbelishanb member
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    edited December 2011
    You know what, that jerk. He borrowed it from a friend of ours to watch it this weekend.
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  • dreamalotmpdreamalotmp
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    edited December 2011
    Gah! That would have been great!

    Looks like you're buying him shoes.

    :P
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  • dreamalotmpdreamalotmp
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    edited December 2011
    Chuck P's website lists similar authors and this book looks good:

    http://chuckpalahniuk.net/recommended/book/americana
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  • Er/jerEr/jer member
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    edited December 2011
    What about a signed book?
    http://www.sthelensbookshop.com/chuck-palahniuk

    Even if he has it, if he is really a fan of his it would be cool to have one signed.
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  • elishanbelishanb member
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    edited December 2011
    A signed book wouldn't be a bad idea.

    And I and leaning towards shoes too, he is a sucker for a pair of shoes.
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  • duqcheer04duqcheer04
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    edited December 2011
    I don't know about your DF, but mine loves goofy tees

    http://www.cafepress.com/notorioustees/4269781

    Or Target always has a great selection of Screen Print Tees.


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  • LaFemmeRousseLaFemmeRousse member
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    edited December 2011
    Oohhhh, Molly, that's a really good one.  E, if your FI likes Palahniuk, he would love Delillo.  "White Noise" is another good one by him.
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  • elishanbelishanb member
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    edited December 2011
    I just checked he has White Noise. But I am now on the look out for more books along the Palahniuk lines..
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  • king26king26
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    edited December 2011
    I'm with you!  We are also on a $50 budget this year, because we want to chunk down a large amount on the honeymoon by January.  So far he's told me he wants wool socks, sock liners, and a hat.  Not very exciting, so I'm looking for ideas too....sorry I'm no help!
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  • LaFemmeRousseLaFemmeRousse member
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    edited December 2011
    E, does he have anything by Kurt Vonnegut or Bret Easton Ellis?  Or Joseph Heller, or Denis Johnson?  I think all those authors share some similarities in tone and subject matter.
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