nice Christmas surprise

So nice for you! Both my adult children are in their thirties and both have recognised they would rather have experiences than physical gifts these days. They took me out for a nice meal for my birthday although I got physical Christmas gifts as well as a stay with them. They told me not to buy toys for the children for Christmas as they already have loads of things but I bought mostly clothes so they had something to unwrap. I knew I wouldn't have the opportunity to give them a fun outing as I live 200 miles away. My DD bought them one gift to unwrap but is planning a 'Christmas Present day' for them in a couple of weeks when she is looking after them for the weekend while their parents go away together. Time with family is so much more valuable than stuff!

Sadly OP, that puts so many younger people to shame, as we hear on both Gransnet and Mumsnet, about parents who are ignored at Christmas, or let down at the last minute by younger family cancelling.

I'm so happy to read that some younger people still think about others, and take the time and trouble to show them how much they care. You are very lucky!

Thanks everyone of you for your lovely replies.and I wish you all a very merry Christmas.

What a lovely treat! Made even better by somebody else doing all of the planning for you.

You raised him well pably……..he sounds like a lovely young man.

Thats lovely - thats a real present isnt it !

I am almost jealous. I can’t think of anything I would like more. Especially as a surprise.

What a lovely treat

What a lovely couple they must be. You must be proud of him.

Another jewel to add to your box of memories😊

Exceptionally pleasant without a doubt.

What a fab thing for them to do, very thoughtful 👏👏

How lovely, that sounds perfect! Very thoughtful of both of them.

A lovely thing to do. The spirit of Christmas.

What a heartwarming, generous gesture pably ?
To have their company and share a meal is worth more than the most expensive presents.
It’s what the season of Christmas is all about.

Wonderful ! Warms the heart.

What a lovely treat 🥰

It really was so much appreciated...

That's really nice and considerate, better than any other gift.

How lovely - hope you have many more such meet-ups x

They sound like a lovely couple and what a treat to have a beautiful meal prepared and served to you. Very thoughtful indeed.

That is really lovely 😍