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Birthday gift suggestion for friend going through a hard time.

(34 Posts)
annodomini Tue 25-Jun-24 18:48:42

If you have shared memories, perhaps you can find a photograph that celebrates your friendship and mount it in an attractive frame. I know that's the kind of thing I'd like.

Theexwife Tue 25-Jun-24 17:43:20

Depends on how much you want to spend, my go to is a Jo Malone candle.

DamaskRose Tue 25-Jun-24 17:17:12

I suppose it depends on how much you want to spend and, as you’re on the train, nothing too bulky. Some luxurious that she wouldn’t buy for herself and some flowers on the journey from the train to her home? Have a lovely time whatever you decide.

Harris27 Tue 25-Jun-24 17:12:07

Make a wellness hamper up with nice food treats and some nice skin treats.

Redhead56 Tue 25-Jun-24 17:05:26

A foodie type gift she would usually like pickles jams etc.
Maybe a special tipple she might enjoy and a big hug of course. Enjoy you time with your friend.

V3ra Tue 25-Jun-24 16:33:19

I always welcome really nice handcream.
My son bought me some from Ted Baker which smells lovely 🤗

Judy54 Tue 25-Jun-24 13:48:57

Some lovely toiletries would I am sure be welcome.

Grandmabatty Tue 25-Jun-24 13:06:04

A luxury throw or cashmere cardigan?

schnackie Tue 25-Jun-24 13:01:01

I live in the SE but have very dear friends (mother and daughter) who live in the Lake District. By chance I will be going to Scotland next week and have arranged to spend a night with them (at my friend's insistence - I offered to get a hotel.) My friend will be 74 a few days after I'm there so will be taking a BD card and gift. However, her dear Mother who lives with her and has been in amazingly excellent health for 99 years, is suddenly fading rather quickly, and I'm afraid she may not make it to her 100th in the autumn. In addition, my friend has recently been diagnosed with a possibly serious disease, struggles with movement and is waiting on consultant appointments and tests. ( All kept secret from her mum.) Can anyone suggest a thoughtful and ~helpful~ gift that I can take on the train? She is always 'on a diet' so don't want to take cake or chocolate. Someone suggested I get her some CBD but I don't know much about that and don't know if she would be happy with it. I just want something that might make something (?) easier for her, and/or cheer her. Sorry for long post.