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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]13:13 again.

OP, I get that you "can't do nothing."  When my parents had their 50th, they threw their own party. (My mom wanted to arrange everything. She was in heaven.) They specifically said "No gifts." I got them something simple and symbolic of their union. My mom was really touched.

In my opinion, what my parents really wanted (and got, even if for a night) was similar to what most people would want in that situation. "Your presence is the present."  Is it possible to arrange for all of the immediate family (you / your family + any siblings and their families) to do something together (so not cousins, various aunts/uncles, etc.)? I don't think many couples celebrating their 50th want something elaborate planned, but simply want a weekend "together." If you think your mom would be open to a gathering like this, then that might be more personal to them.  Of course, someone would have to do the planning.

My college roommate's parents had a family gathering for their 50th. All the kids attended and they had "50 golden gifts" all wrapped in gold-colored wrapping paper. She said the gifts ranged from nice things (jewelry) to gag gifts (Gulden's mustard) to "outside the box" things (DVD of On Golden Pond, gold hand towels, etc.)  The range and variety of gifts were perfect for her parents' sense of humor. [/quote]

Your college roommate's parents are awesome. Love that idea!

OP, I've been on a Med. cruise to Italy and Greece and loved it. Of course I went as a 35-year old with my spouse, but it was luxurious and we got to see a ton of great places. [/quote]

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