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40th birthday present help!

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3isthemagicnumberrr · 05/07/2023 19:39

I am useless and disorganised. It’s DH’s 40th birthday this weekend and I haven’t bought a present. (In my defence I’m on mat leave with 3 under 4s and living through a house renovation…no excuse I know).

I’ve ordered decorations and a fancy picnic but feel like he needs a present or two to open. Any ideas for great last minute presents?

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ShantiNatasha · 06/07/2023 06:29

(In my defence I’m on mat leave with 3 under 4s and living through a house renovation…no excuse I know).

I'd say that's an entirely bloody reasonable 'excuse', actually!
Fancy picnic/decs sounds lovely, btw. Good luck.

Hmm. Speedy delivery before Saturday is your biggest barrier.

Without knowing more about his tastes/your budget, these are fairly safe options:

Experience e-voucher? This one gives choices:
https://www.findmeagift.co.uk/gifts/mega-choice-for-him.html

Or gig/event tickets for you to do something together?

If you're looking for something to unwrap for real, this company is my go-to:
https://www.presentindicative.com/

You might just squeeze in for their Express Delivery, if you order this a.m.

Otherwise, I suppose Amazon Prime is your best bet.
Maybe an equivalent to this, if he has i-gadgetry:
https://www.mrporter.com/en-gb/mens/product/native-union/lifestyle/tech-accessories/drop-wireless-charger/666467151993295?cm_mmc=PartnerizeUK--skimlinks_phg--Subaffiliate-_-305950&utm_source=partnerize&utm_medium=affiliation&utm_campaign=uk_305950&utm_content=skimlinks_phg&clickref=1101lwVjeBMH

Willowview · 06/07/2023 07:06

Good morning 🌞

I suggest a pocket watch, I've bought them for my sons before, there is next day delivery and you can get it engraved later. A massive price range so you should be able to find something whatever you want to spend.

Party sounds perfect 🎉 Enjoy

Doidontimmm · 06/07/2023 07:08

Do you have an overnight babysitter? Even for 6 months time for a night away/theatre/event you could book him?

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JuneOsborne · 06/07/2023 07:08

Tell us more about him!

Does he drink? Play golf/tennis/football/rugby/snooker? Does he love coffee? Love music? Trainers?

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