Bat Mitzvah suggestions
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Earthgoddess
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A journal is always nice. Something handbound and special.
CreamyLady
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The journal is a great idea. Maybe a really nice pen to go with it?
I'd suggest asking her mother, though, if you are really stuck. It's a good idea, mainly to avoid duplication.
I'd suggest asking her mother, though, if you are really stuck. It's a good idea, mainly to avoid duplication.
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Money for college is always a good idea, even if she is only turning thirteen. I remember going to school with tons of Jewish kids, and money was always a popular gift.
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Just because it's a Bat Mitzvah doesn't mean you have to give a Jewish-themed gift. Believe me, the poor kid will get enough of those from Uncle Sam and Great Aunt Dora.
Try whatever you would think was an appropriate present for any 13-year old girl; and yes, I totally agree that a really nice journal is a great idea, or a gift certificate to somewhere like The Body Shop, perhaps?
Personally, I'd go for the gift certificate over money. Money, your parents make you "put away" which isn't a very interesting concept if you're 13; gift certificates, you get to SPEND!
Try whatever you would think was an appropriate present for any 13-year old girl; and yes, I totally agree that a really nice journal is a great idea, or a gift certificate to somewhere like The Body Shop, perhaps?
Personally, I'd go for the gift certificate over money. Money, your parents make you "put away" which isn't a very interesting concept if you're 13; gift certificates, you get to SPEND!
Well...
Well, I'm Jewish. So, I think I can be of service concerning this stuff.
How close are you to this girl? Because if you are very close, the necklace is a nice gift.
However, if you're not too close, then money is a more appropriate gift. It's best to ask her mother what the best idea for a gift is.
When I was bat-mitzvahed, I recieved nothing but money. Now, this was recent too(about 8 years ago). So I don't know if things have changed since, but money was always the gift to give in my area(a VERY Jewish area).
Until Later,
Stacie
Well, I'm Jewish. So, I think I can be of service concerning this stuff.
How close are you to this girl? Because if you are very close, the necklace is a nice gift.
However, if you're not too close, then money is a more appropriate gift. It's best to ask her mother what the best idea for a gift is.
When I was bat-mitzvahed, I recieved nothing but money. Now, this was recent too(about 8 years ago). So I don't know if things have changed since, but money was always the gift to give in my area(a VERY Jewish area).
Until Later,
Stacie
Cheyenne
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Journals suggested by writers, LOL. Guess that one should have been obvious to me. Not a bad idea though. I rarely give money as a gift- always like to try to find something that shows I spent some time thinking about what to get.
I thought of the necklace because I still sometimes wear a gold cross necklace which I got for my confirmation 30 years ago. I even remember which relatives chipped in together to get it for me, even though most of them are dead now. It has sentimental value to me.
I thought of the necklace because I still sometimes wear a gold cross necklace which I got for my confirmation 30 years ago. I even remember which relatives chipped in together to get it for me, even though most of them are dead now. It has sentimental value to me.
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I am Jewish as well. I would suggest giving her whatever you would give a non-Jewish friend. I like the journal idea but that depends if she is the journal type person.
Think of what she likes and get her something like that. A gift certificate to a book or music store maybe?
Think of what she likes and get her something like that. A gift certificate to a book or music store maybe?
Busty
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My daughter just had her Bat Mitzvah in November - what did she get as gifts - they ranged from money to a Star of David Necklace, a gold bracelet, a gift certificate she could use at any store in the local Mall was a real hit. She also got earrings, an incredible picture frame that was hand decorated by an artist. Hope this helps.
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The necklace ranked up there but I have a feeling the gift certificate was really her favourite. A close friend of ours gave her a gift certificate for 120.00 that could be used at any store in the local mall and a few others that were owned by the same builder. She really "worked" that gift certificate. She waited for the sales and picked up all the stuff I wouldn't buy her - lol.
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A trip to Israel. Well, that fits in with the notion of noblesse oblige from your other thread!!!
OK- so if that is too extravagant then here is another idea. It may seem impersonal to you, but the others were right...gelt (money) ALWAYS works for teens. A Star of David necklace may be nice, but her family will probably already have that covered. The temple will also take care of religious gifts. And while you should acknowledge the accomplishment of years of study and hard work to reach this milestone, she is probably just happy to have the whole thing over and done with!
This ceremony marks her passage into womanhood so something that will make her feel grown up and separate from her childhood would be good. Makeup, jewelry, clothing. Gift certificates are great because you won't have to worry about your taste clashing with hers and she won't have to feel obliged to keep it or feel guilty about returning something!
OK- so if that is too extravagant then here is another idea. It may seem impersonal to you, but the others were right...gelt (money) ALWAYS works for teens. A Star of David necklace may be nice, but her family will probably already have that covered. The temple will also take care of religious gifts. And while you should acknowledge the accomplishment of years of study and hard work to reach this milestone, she is probably just happy to have the whole thing over and done with!
This ceremony marks her passage into womanhood so something that will make her feel grown up and separate from her childhood would be good. Makeup, jewelry, clothing. Gift certificates are great because you won't have to worry about your taste clashing with hers and she won't have to feel obliged to keep it or feel guilty about returning something!
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A Change
Hi,
Remember our talk about shawShank redemption near the University? I send you roses in my e-mail...I changed my address to "within" because of too much junk mail...give me an e, okay?
Always,
iS
Hi,
Remember our talk about shawShank redemption near the University? I send you roses in my e-mail...I changed my address to "within" because of too much junk mail...give me an e, okay?
Always,
iS
insideShiraz
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I thought for sure this wuz a Seinfeld gag
Where's George?...
Where's George?...
FlamingoBlue
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If you know the family, speak with....
Mom and find out what her daughter's interests are and go there. When in doubt, money or a savings bond is always an acceptable gift. The amount is up to you just as the cost of your gift.
Enjoy! And, wait until you see the "sweet" table.
blue
Mom and find out what her daughter's interests are and go there. When in doubt, money or a savings bond is always an acceptable gift. The amount is up to you just as the cost of your gift.
Enjoy! And, wait until you see the "sweet" table.
blue
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Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone. The bat mitzvah was this past weekend and I took your advice. I tried to get a gift certificate from the local mall near her house when I got there, but would you believe a mall in California didn't HAVE gift certificates? They are going to start selling them in June. I got a department store gift certificate instead and put a note in the card for her to enjoy her shopping trip and to buy something fun! I didn't want to give her money that her parents could make her "save." She obviously worked hard towards this event and deserves something special to celebrate.
