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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Hello all!!

It's year #7 and I want to know if you guys and gals have some creative and/or good ideas for an anniversary gift for my man to make him super happy!  Btw, I already know that bedroom fun makes him happy, so we can all assume that's part of the gift unless you can think of something truly awe inspiring.....

Thanks in advance for your feedback!

Ang
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05/13/2008 Rivkah B. says:

a trip to greece!
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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Would love to Rivkah....have any less expensive and less planning-intensive ideas?
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05/13/2008 Thea "is not a valid Scrabble word" C. says:

Good question Angela--I have a big anniversary coming up too and it's also in the same time as both of our birthdays. I'm thinking cabin "camping" out in the county with fishing, grilling and s'moring. That and then an all-out geek-out complete with laser tag and the arcade! We're very easily pleased and you're more than welcome to steal the idea if that's what floats your hubby's boat.
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05/13/2008 Thea "is not a valid Scrabble word" C. says:

Oh and then there's also our "booji" (yes, I know how to spell 'bourgeois') outing to NY checking out the usual galleries, fancy dinner and then some theater. Don't know which show yet so if anyone has any good theater suggestions/shows in NY in June-July, let me know!
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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Thea, I LOVE your camping idea....that's so cute!  He's not the outdoorsy type, but that laser tag idea might hit the geek spot and get some foreplay in.....

I think we're in between the "booji" and "geek-out"; the other downer is that we will attending a graduation party on our special day, so we'll have to scooch the celebration to the next weekend.  But, I intend on showering him with kisses and a small gift on our big day, so that's where these ideas will really help!
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05/13/2008 Lauren "LaLa" B. says:

Angela,

What about a telescope and naming a star after him? you can check it out at: http://www.starregistr...
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05/13/2008 Thea "is not a valid Scrabble word" C. says:

Angela, I'm not terribly outdoorsy either but he went there and assured me that one, the area isn't infested with mosquitoes but instead with bunnies and two, there's electricity, heating and AC in the cabins with REAL BEDS. It's also only $10/night. It's also close to a lot of farms so on the way back, we're buying fresh produce.
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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

That's a cute idea, Lauren.  I had thought about that before, but for some reason, never did it.  He might like that.

Thea - this idea of yours is sounding better and better....infested with bunnies?  Not the kind with red eyes and razor sharp teeth, right?
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05/13/2008 Jade "Domestically Inclined" R. says:

Haha! I know that my friend and I both have anniversaries coming up.

Darn, I was going to suggest "bedroom fun". I guess that's obvious... ;-)

Why don't you go on a weekend retreat to a beach and stay at a romantic BnB? It's very romantic to be on the beach at night and cuddling under blankets...
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05/13/2008 Libby "Don't make me go back!" F. says:

How 'bout something copper?  That is the traditional gift for year #7.
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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Cute idea Jade :)  I'm sorry you're moving away to Chicago, btw....
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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Copper...hmmm, what could I get with copper?  I think he might like some copper wiring.
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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Here are some facts about my husband that might help us all with ideas:

1) He commutes to work by bike
2) He loves his gadgets (i.e. his iPod and PSP)
3) He loves Physics, Computers and Nanotechnology
4) He loves watching movies & playing video games
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05/13/2008 Jade "Domestically Inclined" R. says:

1) Get him a bike with a sidecar.
http://www.steves-work...

2) Wii.

3) A scholarship to MIT.

4) Netflix subscription. (Worth it!)
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05/13/2008 Saurabh "Lovelorn" G. says:

lmao Jade's Netflix idea reminded me of that 'Stuff White People Like' website :)

Ok, tangent time. I like how the idea of forever has changed in our society. Gone are the days when forever meant lifelong.

Back on topic, since he's a computer geek, how about a new laptop or something? I'd go with the vacation idea, but it seems like you don't want to spend a lot of money.
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05/13/2008 Jade "Domestically Inclined" R. says:

A weekend getaway to a nearby town/beach really isn't that much (definitely less than $1000). That is, if you don't shop at the outlets. You kind of have to. :-)
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05/13/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Jade - He would LOVE a scholarship to MIT....I just can't afford that.

We already have unlimited Blockbuster access....maybe a gaming subscription.

Saurabh - he's pretty white, so he'd prolly like a lot of stuff on the list...laptops can cost as much as vacations.  That being said, I've got $300 to spend on a gift.
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05/13/2008 Courtney "mamamsaymamasamamacusa" R. says:

Then a Wii is your best bet!

If not--Global Giving?
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05/13/2008 Saurabh "Lovelorn" G. says:

hmm you could do a lot with those $300

1. Get a subscription to his favorite magazine - maybe Wired ($12 a year)
2. An Amazon gift certificate or even a nice book that you could enjoy with him.
3. An exciting dinner out (although I am assuming that's his job).
4. A nice cartoon portrait of you together like the one in my gallery.

Man, you gotta pay me for more ideas.
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05/13/2008 Mary Kay "(Well) Seasoned Yelper" S. says:

If he's a real nerd, he'll appreciate a subscription to New Scientist magazine. My husband (nerd extraordinaire) swears by it:

http://www.newscientis...
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05/13/2008 Nick "Nick" R. says:

1. You can get him an eee!
http://www.amazon.com/...

2. Super mini vacation (Skyline drive in Shanadoah)

3. Bedroom Fu....oh never mind

4. How about something he never knew he wanted?  Like a Keytar, a victorian steam powered apple corer, or a membership in a beer of the month club.  (okay, he probably knew he wanted that last one!)
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05/13/2008 Thea "is not a valid Scrabble word" C. says:

He sounds like my boyfriend. In which case, right now my boyfriend just abandoned a bike LED project--LED lights on the spokes of your tires powered by the tire's rotation or something to that effect. Apparently there's already a kit out there. Other than that, there's this site: http://www.thinkgeek.com/ which is ok though I like http://www.boingboing.... better even though you have to skim through all the posts to find "stuff". There is a link to gadgets here: http://gadgets.boingbo... but it doesn't include stuff in the main blog *scratches head*. Also my boyfriend likes this magazine: http://makezine.com/ which I like too ;).

And here's several "of the month" clubs: http://www.igourmet.co...
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05/13/2008 Thea "is not a valid Scrabble word" C. says:

If you got/made him this, you might run the risk of making his head explode: http://blog.makezine.c... A coffee table-sized FUNCTIONING NES controller. I'm actually drooling and I hardly play video games anymore.
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05/13/2008 Clint U. says:

Seventh Anniversary:  Wool or Copper

How about a copper watch?  They are not very common and look cool if you like the rustic look.

http://www.moonstones....
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05/13/2008 Sam R. says:

How about these ...

1) He commutes to work by bike
- Get him a GPS for his bike. He can geek out and track his mileage, elevation, route track, blah blah blah.
- If he doesn't have a messenger bag, get him a Timbuk2 to carry his crap around.

2) He loves his gadgets (i.e. his iPod and PSP)
- Check out Bluelounge Sanctuary. It's a all in one charging station for all his gadgets.

3) He loves Physics, Computers and Nanotechnology
- Get him an ambient orb. Tres geeky and stylish.
- EVDO card. Of course, then he'll always be on his computer...

4) He loves watching movies & playing video games
- Slingbox so he can watch movies on his computer at work or on a connected device.
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05/14/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Sam - I LOVE your bike GPS idea....I had thought of that, but neglected to look it up and see if it existed.  Any personal recommendations or should I just check cnet?

Great ideas....all of them.  THANK YOU!!!
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05/14/2008 Saurabh "Lovelorn" G. says:

I am surprised no one has mentioned lingerie like in the dating thread.
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05/14/2008 Jade "Domestically Inclined" R. says:

I assume Angela would classify lingerie as under "bedroom fun", Saurabh.

How about something from thinkgeek.com?
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05/14/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

OOh, thinkgeek.com...I'll have to check that out.

Btw, I have so much lingerie, I think I could open my own shop....that is if people wanted to buy pre-worn lingerie - eew!
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05/14/2008 Rivkah B. says:

I vote for the eel... or a small shark in a tank.  so cool!
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05/14/2008 Cyrus "They took the stone from here" N. says:

Wow, #7?? A truly inspiring bedroom-accoutrement could be a video camera!

Aside from that, I am partial to an awesome messenger bag!
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05/14/2008 Jon "I wish I was a balla" K. says:

1. Get him 2 burgers from 5 guys with some fries
2. Order UFC or let him watch Football all SAT and SUNDAY
3. Make sure ur fridge is stocked with ton of BEERS!  
4. Only interrupt him during commercial period
5. Do not walk in front of TV to block his view

this is what I asked my significant other to do for me for our 1st yr anniversary.  Hmmmmmmm...Is this why she's no longer in the picture?   hmmmmmmmmm.....
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05/14/2008 Jade "Domestically Inclined" R. says:

LightFlesh?

Jon may be onto something. If you have regular cable, maybe you should add on the G4 and all the Discovery channels. :-)
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05/14/2008 Saurabh "Lovelorn" G. says:

Whoa people.

Just because she mentioned that her bubby/bf is a nerd doesn't mean that you have to throw in all the wicked cliche ideas like G4 subscriptions, video games, magazines, etc. I mean, think creative.

Unless he's in his teens, all those ideas, frankly, suck :)
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05/14/2008 Angela "Pulchritudinous 'tude" M. says:

Thank you all for the suggestions!!  I went with Sam R.'s idea and bought him a bike GPS system as a token of my love and of course, to keep me lusting after his sexy legs.  Man does he!!  

YOU GUYS ARE AWESOME!!  THANKS FOR THE IDEAS - FEEL FREE TO SHOOT THE BREEZE WITH more....I've got to figure out a romantic scenario now.  I think it might involve me visiting him at work with some great food and some Battlestar Gallactica....and a Brazilian.  Ok, maybe not the last item.....

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