shadowplay Posted November 30, 2007 Posted November 30, 2007 Would it be excessive for me to get my bf an ipod (for approximately $150.00 on ebay) for Christmas? My concern is that if he gets me something inexpensive he'll feel guilty. Do you think this is too much to spend on a bf of 5 months (6 months by Christmas)? The thing is his birthday is on December 31 so it would be a combined Christmas and birthday gift. I kind of get the sense he doesn't put much thought into his Christmas shopping. One of his good friends complained recently that my bf got him a flashlight keychain last Christmas. He also told me that he often does his Christmas shopping on Christmas Eve. We're both students and don't have disposable incomes to burn through. Spending $150.00 wouldn't be a problem for me, though. I just don't know what's appropriate in this situation. I know he's dying to have an ipod, but I'm worried it could lead to awkwardness if he gets me something cheap.
Trialbyfire Posted November 30, 2007 Posted November 30, 2007 While I've never done this myself but a friend of mine did this. You buy two gifts and give him the small one to begin with. If he gifts you with something more expensive, you can bring out the iPod. If he doesn't, you can always return it. This way, all your bases are covered and you don't risk making him feel bad. Do explain why you did it, if you end up bringing out the iPod. Most people can understand why you don't want them to feel badly.
EYECANDY000 Posted November 30, 2007 Posted November 30, 2007 i would get the ipod! and since he does all his shopping on x-mas eve, thats when you get the good deals. so for sure you will have a good gift! when they say that 'its the thought that counts,' it is definately that. maybe the friend had indirectly said one day that they need a key chain with a flash light so they dont have to fumble with keys and your bf overheard him/her .. hahaha never know!
Author shadowplay Posted November 30, 2007 Author Posted November 30, 2007 While I've never done this myself but a friend of mine did this. You buy two gifts and give him the small one to begin with. If he gifts you with something more expensive, you can bring out the iPod. If he doesn't, you can always return it. This way, all your bases are covered and you don't risk making him feel bad. Do explain why you did it, if you end up bringing out the iPod. Most people can understand why you don't want them to feel badly. That's a good idea!
Dynamo Posted November 30, 2007 Posted November 30, 2007 Well, I know that if I had a girlfriend who got me an Ipod, I'd be incredibly happy that she was willing to spend that much just on me (and I'd pray to god I had gotten her something equally as nice, LOL) While I've never done this myself but a friend of mine did this. You buy two gifts and give him the small one to begin with. If he gifts you with something more expensive, you can bring out the iPod. If he doesn't, you can always return it. This way, all your bases are covered and you don't risk making him feel bad. Do explain why you did it, if you end up bringing out the iPod. Most people can understand why you don't want them to feel badly. Excellent idea!
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