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Christmas present for dil

(79 Posts)
JackyB Thu 09-Nov-17 06:40:21

Definitely go for something that involves time and not money - the babysitting while they go out is a great idea (unless that's something that you do regularly anyway). You get to spend time with the grandchildren and they get some adult time together. Win-win.

Offer to cook a meal for them, or to take their car through the car wash once a month.

Or (tongue in cheek here) offer to de-clutter her wardrobe, if she has so much!

Bellanonna Wed 08-Nov-17 23:54:51

I do agree with your last sentence. However, if it’s usual to give her a present how about a massage, aromatherapy treatment, or similar at somewhere like Neals Yard, or a health club local to her, or similar type establishment. People who have everything often appreciate treats. You could also offer a special afternoon tea somewhere for both of them. Good luck with a decision.

Marydoll Wed 08-Nov-17 23:52:32

I'm in the same position. I'm going to give my son and DIL a voucher for their favourite restaurant and a " babysitting" voucher ( I'll babysit) for a night of their choice.

mrsmopp Wed 08-Nov-17 23:46:04

Never know what to give my dil for Christmas as she has so much already. She lacks nothing. She goes shopping and comes back laden with clothes for herself, she has tons of jewellery. Have bought her things in the past and never see her wearing anything - I'm sure she passes them on as gifts to other people. Dare I say she's a bit spoilt? Am totally at a loss. She doesn't buy me anything, my son gets me something and the label says its from both of them. Isn't Christmas a minefield sometimes. Got them theatre tickets last year, can't do that again. I just feel like saying let's not bother with presents at all this year. Am I a Bah Humbug Scrooge? Is it just me? People have so much these days.