Okay Birthday present?

SergeantSunshine_reused
SergeantSunshine_reused Posts: 5,382 Member
edited November 2024 in Chit-Chat
Well my boyfriend's birthday is on the 5th and he knows that I am flat broke! Less than $10 until I get paid then most of that goes to bills, and hopefully to a plane ticket to see him over spring break. Not even sure if I will be able to spend much on food again this month :/

With that said do you think this would be a cute idea still? http://www.smithfield.com/recipes/recipe/paulas-cake-balls

Should last if I mail them yes?

Replies

  • Beezil
    Beezil Posts: 1,677 Member
    Awesome idea! Well if it were me getting them, I know I'd love them! :bigsmile:
  • sexygenius
    sexygenius Posts: 1,078 Member
    I wouldnt mail food..
  • resq3
    resq3 Posts: 2
    Great idea and remember its the thought that counts.
  • DixiedoesMFP
    DixiedoesMFP Posts: 935 Member
    Just send him a pic of those abs ;)
  • SergeantSunshine_reused
    SergeantSunshine_reused Posts: 5,382 Member
    I might have to try one xD I have a coupon for the cake mix and frosting so it should cost me next to nothing. He told me not to do anything for him and save so I can see him, but I can't just not do anything! I already feel bad enough as it is >.<
  • christine24t
    christine24t Posts: 6,063 Member
    yum!!
  • sexygenius
    sexygenius Posts: 1,078 Member
    Just send him a pic of those abs ;)

    I totally agree with this.. infact I wouldnt mind getting that for my birthday *hint* hint* lol
  • ffuunnnnyy__ggiirrll
    ffuunnnnyy__ggiirrll Posts: 431
    I might have to try one xD I have a coupon for the cake mix and frosting so it should cost me next to nothing. He told me not to do anything for him and save so I can see him, but I can't just not do anything! I already feel bad enough as it is >.<

    I sent cookies I baked to someone once. They held up well. ButI also sent them so he would get them in 2 days. Look into shipping costs for overnight mail and 2 day, that's where it may get expensive.

    I think it's a sweet idea. I could never not do anything for someone's birthday, especially someone I loved.
  • SergeantSunshine_reused
    SergeantSunshine_reused Posts: 5,382 Member
    Just send him a pic of those abs ;)

    I totally agree with this.. infact I wouldnt mind getting that for my birthday *hint* hint* lol

    Oh you guys are so sweet! :blushing:
  • Debbe2
    Debbe2 Posts: 2,071 Member
    Great idea plus the picture! Or you can include a picture of the two of you together. It really is the thought that counts
  • Indy_Mario
    Indy_Mario Posts: 532 Member
    That actually sounds like a really nice gift! just remember to package them well, otherwise they might (will) get busted in transit.

    Great gift! And as I guy, yes, it's the thought that counts. :flowerforyou:
  • SergeantSunshine_reused
    SergeantSunshine_reused Posts: 5,382 Member
    I think I will add in a picture too :] since he does keep a couple of them of me on his desk and only 1 is of us together! And that is in his wallet >.<

    Thanks guys! Been feeling so bad about not being able to do much, but at least I am trying ^-^
    Darn college >.>
  • ironanimal
    ironanimal Posts: 5,922 Member
    Mailing food seems dodgy but I don't know the ins-and-outs of it in America. I think he'd be happy if you promised him some hanky panky on spring break and spoke to him on Skype on his birthday or something.
  • BrendaLee
    BrendaLee Posts: 4,463 Member
    My daughter and I made cake pops for this year's family Christmas party, and they were a big hit. The chocolate coating keeps them fresh for a while. Mom left one sitting on the counter, and my daughter ate it a week later. It was still moist inside. Wrap each one up in plastic wrap to keep them fresh.

    There's always the good old mixed CD full of fave/meaningful songs. Or, make it a sexy CD, and include a note saying that it's going to be your "soundtrack" on your first night there. ;) I know everyone uses their iPod these days, but there's wrong with going old school.
  • EmilyLStuart
    EmilyLStuart Posts: 172
    You have to be really creative for this one, but I've done it for co-workers and it was awesome:

    Take some pictures of stuff that looks like the letters in his name. Make it personal to your life and/or his life. Then print the pics in black and white (the pics should be like .19 each). You don't have to buy a frame...he can just put it on his fridge with magnets or pin it at his desk at work, or whatever. Try to take your pics with a lot of contrast and a very plain background.

    For example, if his name is MIKE:

    M - take a pic of the letter M off your license plate

    I - a pic of your fav wine bottle could pass for an "I"...this is an easy letter and the possibilities are endless (letter O is also an easy one)

    K - do you have a fav book that has a letter K in the title? Do you have a favorite sports team that begins with K? (Kentucky, K State, etc) Does the street sign on your road have a K in it?

    E - if you like to play scrabble, take a pic of the E scrabble tile


    whatever you decide...good luck :)
  • cindy4mica
    cindy4mica Posts: 777 Member
    You have to be really creative for this one, but I've done it for co-workers and it was awesome:

    Take some pictures of stuff that looks like the letters in his name. Make it personal to your life and/or his life. Then print the pics in black and white (the pics should be like .19 each). You don't have to buy a frame...he can just put it on his fridge with magnets or pin it at his desk at work, or whatever. Try to take your pics with a lot of contrast and a very plain background.

    For example, if his name is MIKE:

    M - take a pic of the letter M off your license plate

    I - a pic of your fav wine bottle could pass for an "I"...this is an easy letter and the possibilities are endless (letter O is also an easy one)

    K - do you have a fav book that has a letter K in the title? Do you have a favorite sports team that begins with K? (Kentucky, K State, etc) Does the street sign on your road have a K in it?

    E - if you like to play scrabble, take a pic of the E scrabble tile


    whatever you decide...good luck :)

    LOVE this idea! My friend gave this to me (with my last name) for Christmas one year. AWESOME, thoughtful gift, and not costly at all!
This discussion has been closed.

Categories