Anvilbrother 0 #1 February 2, 2012 Here is the story, my wife of going on 8 years is about to graduate. The wife works super long hours and does a great job at work, home, and with our daughter. On top of all that she went back to school on nights and is a few months away from getting her masters completed. I am looking for ideas for a grand slam graduation gift for her. Any gift ideas? Postes r made from an iPad or iPhone. Spelling and gramhair mistakes guaranteed move along, Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 14 #2 February 2, 2012 Duh, tandem skydive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sxc 0 #3 February 2, 2012 Apart from a skydive.... Diamond earings, or jewelry of some description. Something she will have forever, to remind her of the degree she is going to have forever. And flowers for after the ceremony itself. And make sure she goes to the graduation ceremony and encourage her to buy something new to wear to it. And take her out to dinner/brunch/linch afterwards. Make it be a really big deal day! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 14 #4 February 2, 2012 Ferrari. Romantic B & B for a weekend get away. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,149 #5 February 2, 2012 My brother reserved a weekend in Jamaica, got everything arranged (including someone to look in on their teenaged sons), and surprised her at the last minute with "we're not going out to dinner -- you have to pack for Jamaica." Now -- she enjoys surprises, and doesn't agonize over packing. But she loved the surprise. Something over-the-top that she doesn't have to lift a finger for would be great. It doesn't have to be expensive, just something that she shows up for and enjoys -- weekend at a hotel with dinner & movies already arranged, etc. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #6 February 2, 2012 I've heard THIS is supposed to be top-of-the-line. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 3 #7 February 2, 2012 What is she getting her Masters degree in? That might give us a bit of a clue as to what she likes.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skymama 35 #8 February 2, 2012 We really need more info on what your wife likes. Would she want to travel? Would she prefer to be sent on a spa weekend alone (it sounds like she needs some relaxing time!) or would she be happier sharing it with you or you and your daughter? Is she a glamour girl, or is she more relaxed in her style? How long does it take for her to get ready to go out? That might help us!She is Da Man, and you better not mess with Da Man, because she will lay some keepdown on you faster than, well, really fast. ~Billvon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Southern_Man 0 #9 February 2, 2012 QuoteWhat is she getting her Masters degree in? That might give us a bit of a clue as to what she likes. I agree with this. A gift related to her degree or intended profession is always nice (although perhaps not as big a splash as it sounds like you are looking to make)."What if there were no hypothetical questions?" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anvilbrother 0 #10 February 3, 2012 Aster in business admin from LSU Postes r made from an iPad or iPhone. Spelling and gramhair mistakes guaranteed move along, Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anvilbrother 0 #11 February 3, 2012 She doesn't jump. Likes music, and scrapbooking. Not too into jewelry but dresses nice for work and all. I think the weekend getaway might be the ticket, and a good keepsake to hold too. Postes r made from an iPad or iPhone. Spelling and gramhair mistakes guaranteed move along, Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
quade 3 #12 February 3, 2012 A fine leather briefcase. Not a square box wrapped in leather, but something elegant she can carry an iPad or ultra laptop in plus a few other essentials. If you know any of her female friends from the class, you might have them help you pick an appropriate one out. As an MBA one of the things she's always going to want to do is look sharp and professional.quade - The World's Most Boring Skydiver Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 24 #13 February 3, 2012 QuoteA fine leather briefcase. Not a square box wrapped in leather, but something elegant she can carry an iPad or ultra laptop in plus a few other essentials. If you know any of her female friends from the class, you might have them help you pick an appropriate one out. As an MBA one of the things she's always going to want to do is look sharp and professional. What Paul said, or a nice watch (useful jewelry) or, as mentioned a fewntimes already, a nice weekend away. I did my MBA while working too, and a weekend away is a nice touch since she probably feels like she has neglected you too (I know I felt that way) and this is a nice together celebration. Remi, who needs to figure out something fo his wi who finishes her Pharm Doc next yearRemster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wmw999 2,149 #14 February 3, 2012 The only downside is that if she enjoys shopping, she might feel as though you've taken some of that fun away. But yeah, a really kickass briefcase that she feels puts her on a par with any other professional is always good. Wendy P.There is nothing more dangerous than breaking a basic safety rule and getting away with it. It removes fear of the consequences and builds false confidence. (tbrown) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #15 February 3, 2012 I like the breifcase Idea, as well. but if you have the money to take it a step further... The breifcase is bound to have compartments and pockets. a few of those pockets have to be big enough to hold tickets. Airplane tickets, of spa gift certificates, or weekend get away information or directions to her favorite romantic resturant with a date proposal...etc Talk about whoo factor. She'll probably enjoy the idea of celebrating her hard work with a breifcase but the over the top aspect of the "But, wait. THERE'S MORE." will let her know that while you support her hard work, you also still enjoy her time with you.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy9o8 0 #16 February 3, 2012 Quote The only downside is that if she enjoys shopping, she might feel as though you've taken some of that fun away. But yeah, a really kickass briefcase that she feels puts her on a par with any other professional is always good. Not so fast, folks. A good number of years ago, my wife got me a really nice briefcase when I'd landed a job I wanted. So, a couple years later, when my wife landed a new job, I reciprocated (or so I figured... ) and bought her a nice leather, women's-style professional briefcase, kinda similar to THIS ONE. Well, from her reaction, you'd have thought I actually had given her that vacuum cleaner I joked about above. She felt the gift of a briefcase was cluelessly un-sentimenal and impersonal on my part. And she didn't let me live it down, either; she got a good 10 years of mileage out of that one. It was truly the gift that kept on giving. So just a word of warning to all you guys out there. To plagiarize from our brother DZ.com-er, I feel like signing this: Elvisio "But honey, I think you look hot in leather" Rodriguez. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kcjen24 0 #17 February 3, 2012 Briefcase...nice but boring Trip... goooooooooood! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnMitchell 14 #18 February 3, 2012 Always keep the receipt. . . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 6 #19 February 3, 2012 Quote Briefcase...nice but boring Trip... goooooooooood! Nice leather briefcase...with tickets for a cruise in it! ...another nice thing to do is have her undergrad & masters diplomas professionally framed. ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jtval 0 #20 February 3, 2012 Quote Not so fast, folks. So my suggestion works. You get her something she NEEDs. then when she gives you that look you clamly reply. BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE! and show her the tickets.My photos My Videos Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
