Anniversary
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It's the 16th already over here in Oz. Tonight the wife and I are off to see Thirsty Merc[^] at Rooty Hill RSL, a bit of a night out for our 16th wedding anniversary (which is actually tomorrow, Friday the 17th, which is the 16th anniversary of the Strathfield Massacre). So here I am at 00:30 the day before the anniversary (I'm never one to rush things) when I thought, s'pose I better ask all those strangers out in CP land, what should I get the missus for a present? I never did get around to giving my review on our last outing 2 weeks ago to see Kevin 'Bloody' Wilson. I will have to do that soon, but will say that his support act, also his daughter, Jenny Talia from Australia was absolutely awsome.
Michael Martin Australia "I controlled my laughter and simple said "No,I am very busy,so I can't write any code for you". The moment they heard this all the smiling face turned into a sad looking face and one of them farted. So I had to leave the place as soon as possible." - Mr.Prakash 24/04/2004
Since you are restricted by funds here are my suggestions: 1. Clean the entire house. Most women hate doing the chores and coming home to a clean house is a great gift. 2. Buy a nice bottle of wine/champagne and run a bath for her. Light some candles, drink the alcohol and give her a massage. 3. Use the money and give her a gift certificate to her favorite salon so she can get her hair/nails done. You can pamper a woman and make her feel special without spending a bunch of money.
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Justin Perez wrote:
Flowers, jewelry, and a weekend at the Spa is always the way to go :) Or maybe she would like a new boat? :)
I left the world of programming and big money back in 2001 (retrenched, sacked, whatever you want to call it). I started back in the computer world 5 months ago definitely at the bottom of the pile earning tuppence hapenny. I reckon I got about $50.00 to spend, the flowers are about the only thing in my price range and outside of about 2 times in 19 years I don't buy flowers, cause they're just going to die. Thanks for taking the time for the ideas anyway.
Michael Martin Australia "I controlled my laughter and simple said "No,I am very busy,so I can't write any code for you". The moment they heard this all the smiling face turned into a sad looking face and one of them farted. So I had to leave the place as soon as possible." - Mr.Prakash 24/04/2004
Michael Martin wrote:
...I don't buy flowers, cause they're just going to die.
The exact reason why my wife doesn't want me wasting our money on them. Yeah, you can keep 'em around for a week or so with watering, fertilizer, care, etc, but their shelf life is limited. I suggest something from your heart to hers (e.g., a poem).
"A good athlete is the result of a good and worthy opponent." - David Crow
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Since you are restricted by funds here are my suggestions: 1. Clean the entire house. Most women hate doing the chores and coming home to a clean house is a great gift. 2. Buy a nice bottle of wine/champagne and run a bath for her. Light some candles, drink the alcohol and give her a massage. 3. Use the money and give her a gift certificate to her favorite salon so she can get her hair/nails done. You can pamper a woman and make her feel special without spending a bunch of money.
_____________________________________________ Flea Market! It's just like...it's just like...A MINI-MALL!
*feverously writes down notes* Got it!:)
Think of it this way...using a Stradivarius violin to pound nails should not be considered a sound construction technique
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Douglas Troy wrote:
... and where's the downside to this argument?!?
Well, without the wife I won't have anyone to drive the boat while I ski on a daily basis :)
I get all the news I need from the weather report - Paul Simon (from "The Only Living Boy in New York")
Justin Perez wrote:
without the wife I won't have anyone to drive the boat while I ski on a daily basis
:doh: Of course ... how silly of me ... -- modified at 14:17 Wednesday 15th August, 2007
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Douglas Troy wrote:
I have never met a women that doesn't like jewelry; ever.
I'll have to introduce you to my wife then - The only jewelery she wears is the $35 wedding ring I bought her 8.5 years ago.
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Well, then ignore me ... wouldn't want you to start an expensive trend from which there is no escape! :rolleyes:
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It's the 16th already over here in Oz. Tonight the wife and I are off to see Thirsty Merc[^] at Rooty Hill RSL, a bit of a night out for our 16th wedding anniversary (which is actually tomorrow, Friday the 17th, which is the 16th anniversary of the Strathfield Massacre). So here I am at 00:30 the day before the anniversary (I'm never one to rush things) when I thought, s'pose I better ask all those strangers out in CP land, what should I get the missus for a present? I never did get around to giving my review on our last outing 2 weeks ago to see Kevin 'Bloody' Wilson. I will have to do that soon, but will say that his support act, also his daughter, Jenny Talia from Australia was absolutely awsome.
Michael Martin Australia "I controlled my laughter and simple said "No,I am very busy,so I can't write any code for you". The moment they heard this all the smiling face turned into a sad looking face and one of them farted. So I had to leave the place as soon as possible." - Mr.Prakash 24/04/2004
Michael Martin wrote:
Thirsty Merc
Awesome. Let me know how the gig is.
Michael Martin wrote:
Rooty Hill RSL
[Insert Beavis and Butthead moment]
cheers, Chris Maunder
CodeProject.com : C++ MVP
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Since you are restricted by funds here are my suggestions: 1. Clean the entire house. Most women hate doing the chores and coming home to a clean house is a great gift. 2. Buy a nice bottle of wine/champagne and run a bath for her. Light some candles, drink the alcohol and give her a massage. 3. Use the money and give her a gift certificate to her favorite salon so she can get her hair/nails done. You can pamper a woman and make her feel special without spending a bunch of money.
_____________________________________________ Flea Market! It's just like...it's just like...A MINI-MALL!
Excellent advice! Gents, take heed!!!:-D
"A Journey of a Thousand Rest Stops Begins with a Single Movement"
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It's the 16th already over here in Oz. Tonight the wife and I are off to see Thirsty Merc[^] at Rooty Hill RSL, a bit of a night out for our 16th wedding anniversary (which is actually tomorrow, Friday the 17th, which is the 16th anniversary of the Strathfield Massacre). So here I am at 00:30 the day before the anniversary (I'm never one to rush things) when I thought, s'pose I better ask all those strangers out in CP land, what should I get the missus for a present? I never did get around to giving my review on our last outing 2 weeks ago to see Kevin 'Bloody' Wilson. I will have to do that soon, but will say that his support act, also his daughter, Jenny Talia from Australia was absolutely awsome.
Michael Martin Australia "I controlled my laughter and simple said "No,I am very busy,so I can't write any code for you". The moment they heard this all the smiling face turned into a sad looking face and one of them farted. So I had to leave the place as soon as possible." - Mr.Prakash 24/04/2004
Your question inspired me to write down my personal experience and humble opinion on gift giving since it comes up so often around here. http://www.codeproject.com/lounge.asp?msg=2183610#xx2183610xx[^]
"I don't want more choice. I just want better things!" - Edina Monsoon
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Justin Perez wrote:
Flowers, jewelry, and a weekend at the Spa is always the way to go :) Or maybe she would like a new boat? :)
I left the world of programming and big money back in 2001 (retrenched, sacked, whatever you want to call it). I started back in the computer world 5 months ago definitely at the bottom of the pile earning tuppence hapenny. I reckon I got about $50.00 to spend, the flowers are about the only thing in my price range and outside of about 2 times in 19 years I don't buy flowers, cause they're just going to die. Thanks for taking the time for the ideas anyway.
Michael Martin Australia "I controlled my laughter and simple said "No,I am very busy,so I can't write any code for you". The moment they heard this all the smiling face turned into a sad looking face and one of them farted. So I had to leave the place as soon as possible." - Mr.Prakash 24/04/2004
Michael Martin wrote:
I don't buy flowers, cause they're just going to die.
If you plant them outside or can remember to water the pot regularly perennials can last for years.
-- You have to explain to them [VB coders] what you mean by "typed". their first response is likely to be something like, "Of course my code is typed. Do you think i magically project it onto the screen with the power of my mind?" --- John Simmons / outlaw programmer
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Minosknight wrote:
Well if your wife is anything like mine, DON'T GET HER A MOTORCYCLE!
The difference between men and women are hilarious. If my wife was to buy me a new boat, I'd probably explode from excitement. If I bought her a boat, I'd end up divorced, and sleeping in said boat.
I get all the news I need from the weather report - Paul Simon (from "The Only Living Boy in New York")
Justin Perez wrote:
If I bought her a boat, I'd end up divorced, and sleeping in said boat.
*takes notes*
_________________________ Asu no koto o ieba, tenjo de nezumi ga warau. Talk about things of tomorrow and the mice in the ceiling laugh. (Japanese Proverb)
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Excellent advice! Gents, take heed!!!:-D
"A Journey of a Thousand Rest Stops Begins with a Single Movement"
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Sometimes it's good to have a girl on the board!;)
_____________________________________________ Flea Market! It's just like...it's just like...A MINI-MALL!
Only sometimes?:confused: This place would be a hangout for underactive, socially inept young geek males without you ladies.:-D
"A Journey of a Thousand Rest Stops Begins with a Single Movement"
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Michael Martin wrote:
Thirsty Merc
Awesome. Let me know how the gig is.
Michael Martin wrote:
Rooty Hill RSL
[Insert Beavis and Butthead moment]
cheers, Chris Maunder
CodeProject.com : C++ MVP
Chris Maunder wrote:
Awesome. Let me know how the gig is.
Will do.
Chris Maunder wrote:
[Insert Beavis and Butthead moment]
Hey, I can walk home in less than 10 minutes if need be, they have a shuttle bus service that will drive my drunk arse to my door at the end of the night. Also where else could I go see a band/comedian sit in comfortable chairs and purchase drinks at reasonable prices? Beers $3.40 Rum $3.50.
Michael Martin Australia "I controlled my laughter and simple said "No,I am very busy,so I can't write any code for you". The moment they heard this all the smiling face turned into a sad looking face and one of them farted. So I had to leave the place as soon as possible." - Mr.Prakash 24/04/2004