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To feel slightly put out by DH's lovely surprise?

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GinIsABreakfastFood · 24/12/2015 07:41

Ok, firstly I want to clarify I did not look for my present on purpose! Xmas Blush

Basically DH and I agreed that we would only do tiny token presents this year so that we can have a mega holiday later on. We agreed a set limit, which I found a huge struggle as I bloody love giving presents and spoiling people, and have spent the past few months trying frantically to pick up lovely, thoughtful little bits and pieces within the £20 limit.

Was feeling quite pleased with myself until.... Was packing to leave for family for Christmas and noticed his smart work coat which he won't need was a bit grubby so thought I'd leave it with the dry cleaners so it's fresh for next year, and found a mega expensive piece of beautiful jewellery hidden in the pocket.

DSis has helpfully pointed out that this happens in Love Actually and it turns out the husband has bought the gift for his mistress.... Hmm

Pretty sure it is for me, thanks, Dsis, and it's lovely, but soooo not what we agreed.

We have got to leave in the next 20 mins to drive to remote Scotland for massive family Christmas so no time to get him anything else to even the balance. Which means that when we open presents in Christmas morning, in front of about 30 people, I will get Tiffany diamond earrings, and he will get socks and a robot bath bomb. AIBU to feel absolutely mortified, a bit cross, and completely love my darling DH for the beautiful surprise, but also a bit want to kill him?!

Should I just buy £500 worth of petrol station tat at at the services on the way there?! Pretend I forgot his main present at home and lie about what it is?!

HELP!!

OP posts:
toomuchtooold · 25/12/2015 06:38

I think I may be more excited about hearing the end of this story than I am about actual Christmas Xmas Shock

TheCunnyFunt · 25/12/2015 06:21

I can't wait to hear what's inside the box!

AyeAmarok · 25/12/2015 03:03

Definitely don't spend the same on him, that totally defeats the idea of saving for New York! Of you feel bad, just say you'll buy him something fab when you're in NYC.

MyFriendsCallMeOh · 25/12/2015 02:35

Maybe there's something that cost £20 inside the Tiffany box, you know, so that you think he's bought you something outside the budget....

EasterRobin · 25/12/2015 01:57

I just can't believe how many people are brazenly place marking without even pretending to be doing something else.

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Fuckitfay · 25/12/2015 01:52

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Holidayornot · 25/12/2015 01:19

Why did you say you bought socks and a bath bomb if you didn't?

Given you've told us what he bought for you I don't see how telling us what you bought could be revealing. So what other reason is there?

Patapouf · 25/12/2015 01:05

Hope they're for you OP!

mowglik · 25/12/2015 01:02

Just had a thought - if you're going NYC in a few days surely it would have been cheaper for your DH to buy them then?! place marked

Enjoy them OP whatever they are, lucky you Smile

Firsteverchangeofname · 25/12/2015 00:37

Just enjoy the gift

I wouldn't dream of trying to panic buy just to reciprocate.

Happy Christmas

APlaceOnTheCouch · 25/12/2015 00:34

theredlion it would have been perfect if Liam and Emma had got together. Why did I never think of that? Why did they not do that? Shock That would have been perfect. Damn Richard Curtis leaving Emma soldiering on bravely rather than shagging Liam under the tree. sorry for lowering the tone. Liam is on my list Blush

CheerfulYank · 25/12/2015 00:32

Ooohhhhh. Marking.

notverytall · 25/12/2015 00:27

Yes you're right Maisie. Blush

MaisieDotes · 25/12/2015 00:20

notvery they could have bought a telephone dialler but they get a cheap ring engraved instead.

People talking about Rowan Atkinson being an angel in Love Actually- I sussed that myself on my 80th time watching

It's a pity he couldn't have done anything for the American woman who doesn't end up with the hot Italian guy but you can't win em all!

Er, OP, this is just an elaborate placemark really but good luck in the morning! 🎁

elQuintoConyo · 25/12/2015 00:15

Shuffle up on the placemarking bench

notverytall · 25/12/2015 00:08

Maybe it's like the film Breakfast at Tiffanys where he buys the cheapest thing in the shop? I think it was a tie pin....dunno too tired to goggle.
I hope it works out well, happy Christmas

starry0ne · 24/12/2015 23:56

fingers crossed for you OP

ExasperatedAlmostAlways · 24/12/2015 23:55

Just found a pair of earrings on tiffany, little silver knot ones for 165 that's not too bad.

Im almost more excited for your update tomoro than Xmas.

dontpokethebear · 24/12/2015 23:51

Um, place marking

Lulooo · 24/12/2015 23:20

Another place marker. Lost count Blush

DiscoDancer · 24/12/2015 23:14

Place marking! Hope you love it whatever it is OP and if you agreed on a £20 budget then I wouldn't bother with anything else.

Dumbledumb · 24/12/2015 22:57

I second the comfy shoes! Been to NY a few times for work and holidays and haven't got bored yet but you will cover a lot of ground!

FYI there is a Tiffany's there if you decide you want something to go with your earrings! ;)

ErnesttheBavarian · 24/12/2015 22:52

Fingers crossed for you. I absolutely would not buy him anything else though. For many reasons.

Passthevodkaagain · 24/12/2015 22:48

PM Blush

Agadooo · 24/12/2015 22:37

PM too 😯