How to Choose a Proper Anniversary Gift
Anniversaries are markers-milestones that celebrate how far two people have come together. Wedding anniversaries are extra-special, for they provide a chance to acknowledge the relationship and let someone special know just how important they are to you.
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- Moderately Easy
Instructions
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Choosing a Gift for your Spouse
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Think about your mate's likes and interests.
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Take note of any hints that she or he may drop in the weeks leading up to the anniversary. Comments that begin, "You know what I wish I had?" are meant to be filed away for future use.
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Do some research on the sly. Check with your spouse's friends; if you haven't received any clues, it's possible that they have.
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Take your gift idea for a test drive. Mention what you've been thinking of buying and gauge their reaction. For example, casually note to your wife that you saw an ad for a diamond braclet on TV. "Oh, I'd love one of those!" is a pretty good indicator you're on the right track.
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Note which anniversary you'll be celebrating. There are traditional gifts of jewelry, gemstones and materials for each year (see Resources below).
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Think about your partner's interests. Someone scholarly might appreciate a trove of classic books or comprehensive histories. Your sports buff will melt over accessories bearing a pet team's logo or, better still, season's tickets. For a movie fan, a book of coupons good for seats in the various movie chains might be a gift from heaven.
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Order in advance, and allow plenty of time for delivery. You'll get no points for a gift that's in the mail on the big day.
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Include a gift card with a hand-written note. Don't worry about style--honest sentiment will triumph over any lack of eloquence.
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Find a fun way to give the gift. Having the waiter deliver a jewel box on a dessert plate after the anniversary dinner is one way to make sure your gift is remembered.
Choosing a Gift for a Couple
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Consider which anniversary they're celebrating. There are traditional anniversary gifts for each year if you need an easy guide.
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See what interests they have in common and choose a gift that would please them both. A bottle of vintage wine is great for a couple of oenophiles, but not so good if one's a teetotaler.
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Look for an "experience" gift--something that they can enjoy together. Tickets to a show or a gift certificate for dinner are good examples.
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