Ideas for DW's 40th Birthday

[Anonymous]

I'd like a bracelet (doesn't have to be expensive) Alex and Ani type or similar, a babysitter booked and a reservation at a good (non chain) restaurant (doesn't have to be fancy, just have good drinks, food, and atmosphere) with one or a few of my close friends that are fun to hang out with. Maybe a good bar or club with live music or a dj for cocktails after.

[Anonymous]

Maybe just a sitter for the whole day/overnight and send her for a massage and then get a nice dinner, just the two of you. It is about the thought and effort more than the cost of the gift.

[Anonymous]

When you say cash poor, how poor do we mean? Could you her, like, a nice bicycle, or are you more in the range of some Eastern Market jewelry?

My husband was so anxious about what to get me for my 40th that he ended up getting me something totally ridiculous - a food of the month club. Then he forgot to cancel it. And the food stunk. When it first happened I was actually a little upset - and I am NOT a high maintenance person, was just a little worked up about turning 40 - but after a while I found it funny. He is still irritated I didn't like it, though.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:When you say cash poor, how poor do we mean? Could you her, like, a nice bicycle, or are you more in the range of some Eastern Market jewelry?

My husband was so anxious about what to get me for my 40th that he ended up getting me something totally ridiculous - a food of the month club. Then he forgot to cancel it. And the food stunk. When it first happened I was actually a little upset - and I am NOT a high maintenance person, was just a little worked up about turning 40 - but after a while I found it funny. He is still irritated I didn't like it, though.

Food of the month? That is hilarious, I've got to look into this.

We hardly surprise each other with gifts anymore. Perhaps he'll get me a piece of jewelry from a designer he knows I love or I'll get him some splurge item I know he wants, but other than that, we don't do too many surprise gifts. That works for us.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I did the roof top at Rosa's for my husband's 40th. I/he loved it. You can fit 12 people max.

Did you pay?

Yes- I posted after that I didn't read the part about them being cash poor.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I did the roof top at Rosa's for my husband's 40th. I/he loved it. You can fit 12 people max.

I assume that this is supposed to be Rose's Luxury, not Rosa Mexicana? At least, I hope?

Ha! Yes. Although he would have been happy with that!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I did the roof top at Rosa's for my husband's 40th. I/he loved it. You can fit 12 people max.

Did you pay?

Yes- I posted after that I didn't read the part about them being cash poor.

Curious, about how much was food & alcohol combined? Not trying to be nosy, just comparing. I hosted a bday party for DH's birthday, but he wanted a lot more people so we did a restaurant.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I did the roof top at Rosa's for my husband's 40th. I/he loved it. You can fit 12 people max.

Did you pay?

Yes- I posted after that I didn't read the part about them being cash poor.

Curious, about how much was food & alcohol combined? Not trying to be nosy, just comparing. I hosted a bday party for DH's birthday, but he wanted a lot more people so we did a restaurant.

I would say about 2,200? Our friends are drinkers though! The tasting menu on the roof is a little more involved than in the dining room. It was really cool to be on the roof, but I feel like I should have been a bit more blown away.

[Anonymous]

Concert tickets to a band she likes?

All day at the spa followed by a nice dinner just the two of you at her favorite place?

A fun unique class together? Glassblowing, clayworks, flower arranging, cooking?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I did the roof top at Rosa's for my husband's 40th. I/he loved it. You can fit 12 people max.

Did you pay?

Yes- I posted after that I didn't read the part about them being cash poor.

Curious, about how much was food & alcohol combined? Not trying to be nosy, just comparing. I hosted a bday party for DH's birthday, but he wanted a lot more people so we did a restaurant.

I would say about 2,200? Our friends are drinkers though! The tasting menu on the roof is a little more involved than in the dining room. It was really cool to be on the roof, but I feel like I should have been a bit more blown away.

thx. our friends are drinkers as well, so that's good to know.

[Anonymous]

I'm turning 40 in a month. I would like DH to get me botox for my birthday, and take DD and DS out for a day and leave me alone to sleep.

[Anonymous]

I'm turning 39 in a few weeks, so close enough. I would like a hike or other outing outdoors, followed by an elaborate picnic (bought or made) with some nice wine. I wouldn't mind if our toddler son came along (actually, I would prefer that). A hole in the wall/small concert venue with some great music in the evening would be a big cherry on top (e.g. blues alley).

But really, it depends on the woman. Many of my friends would love a day at the spa, which has always sounded like torture to me.

[Anonymous]

I'd help my kids make something special for my DW that she can keep. Go on Shutterfly and you can find tons of things to make with your kids pictures. It doesn't cost much money. Do it with your kids involvement so that they can take credit. Forget about taking her to dinner - that doesn't take any imagination.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Get a babysitter and take her (the babysitter?) out to dinner at a nice restaurant.

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[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'd help my kids make something special for my DW that she can keep. Go on Shutterfly and you can find tons of things to make with your kids pictures. It doesn't cost much money. Do it with your kids involvement so that they can take credit. Forget about taking her to dinner - that doesn't take any imagination.

Ugh. I would much rather go to dinner than get more junk to clutter up the house. A blanket or mug with the kids pictures is a terrible gift. Especially because you'll feel guilty getting rid of it. Plan a picnic, a hike, spa, anything but more junk.