Holiday Name drawings...

[Alyrahh]

SUCK!

At work, they all decided to do this gift-giving charade. Is there some unwritten law that governs these drawings? One that states that no matter what, not under any circumstances are you allowed to draw the name of someone you actually know something about?

The name I drew, was none other than the husband of the woman who owns the club. I don't even KNOW his name... everyone calls him "Dad" (and that's the name on the little slip of paper I drew too). He's at the club on Fridays and Saturdays to check ID's at the door... that's it. He and I have exchanged, maybe, a grand total of 12 words the entire time I've worked there.

So, my question is, what the hell do you buy for a 50-something man, whom you know NOTHING about, and still only spend $25? Yeah, that's another thing! I hate being told how much I can and can't spend when buying a gift for someone!

Pleeeeease guys, help me out on this one, I'm a complete blank! (no sarcastic remarks about that last statement thank you LOL)

 

[Earthmuffin]

Since it's no mystery how much everyone is spending, maybe the gift certificate idea might work here. You know, to a local restaurant or attraction? Maybe a food type basket with wine, glasses, crackers etc you pull together yourself? Just a thought.

 

[Purple Haze]

Anymore info you have about this guy would be helpful, like does he seem well-off? Over 50 guys with lots of bucks are hard to buy for. With such little info, I would have to go with the nice screw-driver set, or a gift certificate at Sears.

 

[R Nitelight]

Alyrahh

How about a night he'll never forget?





Well, that's what happens in all the stories I read here.....

 

[Juliangel]

My honey's employees give him gift certficates, cologne and wine.

 

[Alyrahh]

Earthmuffin- Thanks the basket idea isn't a bad one... I'll definitely consider that one.

Purp- Yep, he's well-off. Maybe I should question his wife a bit.

Nitey- I'd have to find someone else to do that one for me, as I'm quite positive I'm not the "unforgettable night" kind.

 

[Weird Harold]

So, my question is, what the hell do you buy for a 50-something man, whom you know NOTHING about, and still only spend $25?

From a 50-something man:

I have one rule about "exchange" gifts. If it's useful or meaningful, it's not suitable. The more frivilous and useless, the better it is for such farces.

My kids get me matchbox cars, decorative canisters of Tootsie Rolls (tm) or fudge, or very occassionally a book I agree not to buy for myself until after christmas.

In your situation, I'd get him something like a teddy bear in a Mrs Santa dress, A Leggo (tm) set, A hotwheels track and cars, or some other toy that fits the price range and is suitable for ages three and up.

Another alternative, is to get him something his wife will like -- She'll make him like it too.

Candy in a decorative tin is always good for exchange gifts also.

 

[libra-2]

I'm 50 something and I'm with Harold 100%. Whatever you do don't get him something serious or meaningful. Totally frivolous is the only way to go. What about a kaleidoscope?

 

[CW]

make that three now,,,

While I'm still a year or two from 50 and a few more years from fifty-something,,, I agree whole heartedly with Libra-2 and WH,,, frivolous is the way to go,,, small Lego sets, a kaleidoscope,,, etc.

As far as the name goes,,, just put 'dad' on the gift, after all that's what he is apparently known by,,, just look at it as if it's a nickname for someone that you know well,,,

Good luck.

 

[Guest]

On my mother's side of the family all of the adults draw maybe 2 or 3 names so people can keep track of a smaller # of people when shopping. My sister (22) and I still get presents from everyone in the family just like all my younger cousins since we're still "kids" being part of the grandkids and all. We even still get gifts from Santa when we go to our grandparents' house! lol (Though ours have gotten quite boring like a gift certificate to Boarders or Best Buy. Or, last year I got Sidewalk chalk and bubbles...which really was for my ex's children. It was my grandma's way of thinking she was funny. lol)

 

[Alyrahh]

Thanks Guys!

I knew I could count on you guys!

WH- Thank you muchly, dear. I had no idea you men liked toys! (okay, that was a lie...lol)

libra-2- I love the kaleidoscope idea! That's the perfect novelty.

CW- Even though you're still a young pup, still wet behind the ears, still a little green (lol, okay, I'll stop) thank you too, the idea's received so much backing it's gotta be a great one.

I'm going shopping later today, I'll see what I can find while I'm out. I'll be sure to let y'all know what transpires.

*hugs*

 

[Alyrahh]

Tiggs

My Mother still tag's gifts "From Santa" for myself and my brothers.. and hell, I'm 28, and my brothers are 32 and 20. It's more of a joke than anything else, now.

 

[CW]

My Mother still tag's gifts "From Santa" for myself and my brothers.. and hell, I'm 28, and my brothers are 32 and 20. It's more of a joke than anything else, now.

I'm struggling to get these words out,,, gasp,,, gasp,,, but, but, you mean that you do NOT believe in Santa?????? For shame!!!! snowman poop is all you'll get this year!!!!

I guess the next thing that you'll be telling us is that you don't believe in the tooth fairy either???


weeeelllll,,,

I'm waiting,,, ( tapping my foot here )

 

[Juliangel]

How about a night he'll never forget?

Walking over to fix the box to draw Nitelights name for the literotica party. I know JUST what to give him.

 

[Alyrahh]

I'm struggling to get these words out,,, gasp,,, gasp,,, but, but, you mean that you do NOT believe in Santa?????? For shame!!!! snowman poop is all you'll get this year!!!!

I guess the next thing that you'll be telling us is that you don't believe in the tooth fairy either???


weeeelllll,,,

I'm waiting,,, ( tapping my foot here )

You've found me out.. I'm such a cynical lil' thing. I hope I've not shattered your illusions! If it's any consolation, even though I don't believe in Santa or the tooth fairy, I DO still believe in the Easter Bunny. Well, at least I did... until the rabbit died, no wait...that means someones pregnant, doesn't it? Hmm.. okay, so then I still believe in the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!

God, I need sex, I can't even think straight anymore!

 

[dancinvixen]

Try this, I know it's gonna sound weird, but work with me here. If you ever go to a sex boutique<not a porn shop, but an actual boutique, they carry all sorts of things. Try putting together a sex basket. <g>

 

[Weird Harold]

Re: Thanks Guys!

WH- Thank you muchly, dear. I had no idea you men liked toys! (okay, that was a lie...lol)

"The difference between men and boys is the size of their toys."

I plead that I'm going through my second childhood, but that would be a lie. I'm not done with my first one yet.

 

[Rosebud]

buy him a couple of lap dances