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Lee
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Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:33 pm Post subject: Wedding Gift Question - 3 Marriage?

My husband's Father is getting married tomorrow for the 3rd time. How much should we give him? First of all I think he shouldnt be taking money from us bc its his child and we recently had a baby but if we have to give a gift I was just wondering what everyone thinks is a good amount.Just so everyone knows we put $200 in a card already. I was just looking to see what everyone thought.

Marcia M
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Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:39 pm Post subject:

a card sounds like a good idea

countryrozes
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Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:40 pm Post subject:

A gift does not have to be money. If you feel that you should bring a gift, just go and buy something for their home, or perhaps a gift card for a certain store. I just got married a few weeks ago, and my family gave me alot of memorable items that were from my family. Those were even more important then the cash and gift cards in my opinion! This was my husbands and my second wedding, and honestly we did not expect a thing from anyone. However we did recieve quite a few items. see if they created a registry or find out what they want most. It could be that they just want your presence more then anything.

Proud to be 51
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Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:41 pm Post subject:

You don't have to get a gift, they are not mandatory. Plus, I'm sure he wouldn't really care. Get them a very nice congratulatory card and leave it at that. You two don't have the money right now, and I'm sure that his father (or anybody else getting married) would want someone to go into debt just to get them a present. I certainly didn't! If you really feel you must... I'd give them whatever you feel you can afford to give up toward a gift... maybe $50 if you can swing it, otherwise $25.Good luck.

Jessica
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Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:41 pm Post subject:

I wouldn't get him jack. The first time around only, and after that, the honor of my presense had better be enough.

Molly
Yahoo User

Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:42 pm Post subject:

try for something cheaper but personal, try for something less than $50, since it is his father's wedding their is no need for an expensive gift.

Ailane
Yahoo User

Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:43 pm Post subject:

If money is tight, then think sentimental gifts. They are usually cheaper, yet more meaningful so it evens out. One of my favorite gifts was a really nice photo frame with mine and my husbands name and the date of our wedding engraved. You can them at things remembered for 20-40 bucks.

n w
Yahoo User

Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:44 pm Post subject:

If there is going to be any kind of reception where a meal is served, your gift should cover your meal. If you aren't sure how much it would be... $25 per person should be decent.

ragin_girl_72
Yahoo User

Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:45 pm Post subject:

I am sure that your father in law probaly doesn't even expect a gift from you, just you being there to enjoy the happy day, would be present enough. Get them a nice card, and if you are still dead set on getting them a gift, why don't you give them a coupon, you know you can make it up yourself, for a night out for dinner and a movie. That would be specal and personal, and I am sure it's something that no one else will give them.

MONICA B
Yahoo User

Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:46 pm Post subject:

I wouldn't give them money, but a gift is a must, I think.It doesn't have to be expensive, just a lil something with a cute card. A photo album is a great idea. They are starting a new life together, and people likes to capture memories in pictures, so they would have a nice way to organice them... Good luck!

ireland
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Posted: Sat Jun 30, 2007 10:55 pm Post subject:

so you're sayin' that parents shouldn't accept monetary gifts from their children?....remember that one, why don't you.....seein' as you're startin' a family of your own...and someday they may offerwhy not allow your husband to make a decision on this? why not allow his decision to stand?why you talkin' mean about your husband's dad?why you usin' your baby as an excuse for your rudenesses?best wishes to the happy couple--that should be YOU & your husband as well, seein' as you have a new baby and all....but you don't sound so happygift idea to float to your husband.....a bottle of good winefor the couple to enjoyprivately....i.e. don't stand there w/an empty glass in your hand

Meg
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 12:23 am Post subject:

If you've already given the $200, I think that is plenty. If not, I would go with something like a piece of silver... or something of the sort. Something nice to display in their home. Best of luck!!!

Christina V
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 12:58 am Post subject:

at the third marriage mark, i think getting a present from your kids is ...weird. maybe a gift card so they can go out to eat that is all i can think of that is not weird.

Lydia
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 4:11 am Post subject:

Uh, money just seems wrong for you and your husband to give - you should be choosing a gift which is more personal - and you don't have to spend a lot of money, that's not the point....

Suz
Yahoo User

Posted: Sun Jul 01, 2007 4:41 am Post subject:

Good gift for 3rd marriage?1. A pretty photo frame for a wedding picture.2. A gift certificate to a favorite restaurant.3. Sheets with the highest thread count you can afford.Personally, I would not give a $200 gift for a 3rd marriage. But I can understand that your hubby might want to, because it is his dad.Congrats on the birth of your child, and have fun at the wedding.

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