miss_jaclynrae Posted October 1, 2013 Posted October 1, 2013 This makes me sad, but our one year is coming up and I am trying to figure out what I should do! I already have a box decorated with a bunch of stuff [things like peanut butter, socks, not fun stuff, just stuff he asked for] and I still have room. I can either sent TWO boxes this month, or I am thinking of just sending this one a bit later and adding some stuff to make it cuter. I already have tons of cards for him and love letters, and I also got him a post online of one of his favorite pieces of art. [The poster is pretty awesome actually, and I got it because his room looks like a prison] I was just curious how others may have celebrated anniversaries? This is our first one and it actually breaks my heart that he isn't here...
CherryT Posted October 1, 2013 Posted October 1, 2013 We weren't together during our first anniversary either. It was a weekday and we both had work. So, I surprised him with a little care package at work. He received it in the morning so there was a card, a small gift, and a GC for lunch at this place he loves near his office. It was enough for him to also take one of his good work friends out. He manages a big department so he usually works through his lunch breaks. He really enjoyed being able to take an hour or so out of his busy day just to have some laughs with a friend. Then when he got home, he had another care package. His best friend helped me to ensure he got both packages in time. It had a few more small gift items and a USB. On the USB I recorded a short video just telling him how much he means to me and although we couldn't be together today, that we would celebrate it when we see each other next... being LD he really liked that because it felt like I was sitting in front of him and talking to him. He said it was different even though we skyped a lot. He also surprised me at work and when I got home too. So if he felt even half the way I felt when I received his care packages, I know he really enjoyed them. Good luck!! and Happy Anniversary. 1
Author miss_jaclynrae Posted October 1, 2013 Author Posted October 1, 2013 We weren't together during our first anniversary either. It was a weekday and we both had work. So, I surprised him with a little care package at work. He received it in the morning so there was a card, a small gift, and a GC for lunch at this place he loves near his office. It was enough for him to also take one of his good work friends out. He manages a big department so he usually works through his lunch breaks. He really enjoyed being able to take an hour or so out of his busy day just to have some laughs with a friend. Then when he got home, he had another care package. His best friend helped me to ensure he got both packages in time. It had a few more small gift items and a USB. On the USB I recorded a short video just telling him how much he means to me and although we couldn't be together today, that we would celebrate it when we see each other next... being LD he really liked that because it felt like I was sitting in front of him and talking to him. He said it was different even though we skyped a lot. He also surprised me at work and when I got home too. So if he felt even half the way I felt when I received his care packages, I know he really enjoyed them. Good luck!! and Happy Anniversary. OMG that is a super cute idea! I didn't even think of that! One thing that is cool, is that a lot of his group based where he is are on facebook, and I am thinking if there is something I want to do for him that I couldn't send, I could reach out to a few of the ladies on there to help me out. I REALLY want to get him a potted plant, I COULD order it online, but it seriously would cost me SO much [like 60+]. I want to get him a succulent [a little inside joke] and was thinking of talking to one of them and asking them to help me out in surprising him. It is something that is a long shot, as they would have to be willing to help. Then again, I know if I was there and someones girlfriend asked me to I would do it in a heartbeat! I don't know though... I just want it to be special. The video thing, I am so stealing that idea! So cute! Thanks btw!
Author miss_jaclynrae Posted October 1, 2013 Author Posted October 1, 2013 Another idea I have is tickets to a show or museum. He is constantly freaking out about staying in budget so hasn't done much while over there... I just want him to know that even though we are apart, I want him to make the best out of this experience.
CherryT Posted October 1, 2013 Posted October 1, 2013 OMG that is a super cute idea! I didn't even think of that! One thing that is cool, is that a lot of his group based where he is are on facebook, and I am thinking if there is something I want to do for him that I couldn't send, I could reach out to a few of the ladies on there to help me out. I REALLY want to get him a potted plant, I COULD order it online, but it seriously would cost me SO much [like 60+]. I want to get him a succulent [a little inside joke] and was thinking of talking to one of them and asking them to help me out in surprising him. It is something that is a long shot, as they would have to be willing to help. Then again, I know if I was there and someones girlfriend asked me to I would do it in a heartbeat! I don't know though... I just want it to be special. The video thing, I am so stealing that idea! So cute! Thanks btw! I'd totally reach out to them. If money is an issue for them, I'd paypal it over just to cover the cost. At least that way you know you're getting a fresh plant and that you're not spending extra just for delivery And go for it! Steal it:) He really loved it and I'm sure your man will too. Especially if he's sentimental like mine. The tickets to a show is a good idea too! A lot of my gifts were things that I know he just wouldn't spend on himself. Small things that are treats to him... It's thoughtful that you want him to enjoy himself and an experience (to me) is so much more valuable than a gift that can be seasonal. I think he would love that! I've also gotten my fiance "experience gifts"... like a cigar lounge, tour around a brewery, a round of golf at a really nice course and I always include a friend. I know these are things I don't care to do but I know these are things he'd like to do but isn't high on his priority list. So when I have a chance, I try and give him experiences that he'd enjoy but wouldn't necessarily buy for himself. 1
ThisGal Posted October 6, 2013 Posted October 6, 2013 (edited) We've been together for a little over a year now and we've accumulated quite a bit of pictures lol. He surprised me with a book of photos of us together during our visits, it's a big story book he had customized. I loved it. It really captured the year together beautifully. I sent him a gift card to his favorite restaurant (just as the above poster did. Great minds think alike lol). Edited October 6, 2013 by ThisGal
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