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What presents would you love to get tomorrow but know you won't? Light hearted

131 replies

Iamnotausername · 24/12/2022 08:05

I got my present last month (a heated throw) so I won't get anything tomorrow.

However, I would love to receive a body oil I love. Husband knows I want it and where to get it because he's been looking out for a deal for me to buy it for myself. It's normally £30. He would earn MAJOR brownie points but even if I hadn't already got my present he would never think to buy it for me.

Or an eternity ring but that is never going to happen. Ever.

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TheAbsentGazelle · 24/12/2022 14:28

For my ex DP to fuck off to his parents house for Christmas. Unfortunately he can't because both his parents have got Covid so we're stuck having Christmas together and him eating all the lovely food I bought for myself when I thought he wasn't going to be here!

lurkinglittleladybug · 24/12/2022 14:29

Saddogmum73 · 24/12/2022 08:26

Bradley Cooper naked under my tree. Unlikely but you never know……

🤣

lurkinglittleladybug · 24/12/2022 14:33

I would love a spa day for me and DH… I suggested this to DH but he likes to get something I can open on the day … so will most likely get the usual perfume and Victoria secret pyjamas , still nice but would prefer the spa day that I could enjoy some point in January 😔

OhamIreally · 24/12/2022 14:41

Single parent so I have bought and wrapped my own so under the tree I have:
Bottle of Chloe perfume
Ear buds
Dress from Desigual

SagelyNodding · 24/12/2022 14:55

A luxurious and frivolous item like a hugely expensive handbag or amazing shoes!
Unfortunately my family are not particularly surprising on the gift front, but I live in hope!
Failing that I'd cry with joy if I got a (rescue obviously) couple of kittens!

HerRoyalNotness · 24/12/2022 15:22

nancydroo · 24/12/2022 14:08

Oh no. Hope you still have a good Christmas

The Dc are happy to see the dog today so that will make Christmas for them. We have an ‘Asian town’ just up the road. We’ll tootle up there for lunch, then back for a movie in the afternoon.

GlitteryGreen · 24/12/2022 15:36

A khaki wool coat. Chelsea boots. Theatre tickets/weekend away.

RenoDakota · 24/12/2022 15:41

Some lovely, expensive, beautiful smelling bar soap, shampoo and conditioner.

TheFormidableMrsC · 24/12/2022 15:43

A new car. One can dream!

SweetSenorita · 24/12/2022 17:27

Aaah, just a text or WhatsApp from an old friend.

If that happened, my smile would power the world. I miss him so so much 😪

AwkwardPaws27 · 24/12/2022 17:34

The pony I asked for every year as a child (we were pretty poor so no chance!) so I can have my dream and force a love of horses on DS

ScottishLavender · 24/12/2022 17:38

I'd like a present. DH doesn't believe in gift giving so never buys me presents. He's very generous buying me things for "non-commercial" events (his phrase) though I'd be happy with a bar of chocolate on Christmas Day as long as I had it to unwrap!

Bluevases · 24/12/2022 17:46

Elsanore · 24/12/2022 09:04

Denby Azure sugar bowl with a lid (DP claims these don't exist)
Bras and knickers that fit, ranging from daily comfortable sets to glamorous ones
Long sleeved cotton pyjamas that are magically always smooth without ironing
Lovely soaps and hand creams
Thermal underwear that's not horrible looking
Socks that don't pull down if you wear them with wellies

I have most of this sitting in my basket at online shops, ready to swoop and buy for myself if/ when it gets reduced in the sale. Not the PJs I don't think they exist.

I am already getting: Crochet bag, curly hair shampoo and products set, water bottle and travel coffee cup. Well that's what I said when people asked what I wanted anyway.

Compression socks (cheap as chips on Amazon) are great under wellies. No movement at all.

L1ttledrummergirl · 24/12/2022 17:47

A competent solicitor who doesn't email on the Tuesday before Xmas asking if we are happy to exchange and complete before Christmas, then fucks off on holiday for two and a half weeks without communicating with us or handing over to someone else. For the people at the bottom of the chain not to have dicked around so much they only have until the beginning of January until their mortgage offer runs out.

To not be feeling like shit following a severe reaction to medication thats left me exhausted and with weak muscles.

Dogsogdog · 24/12/2022 17:49

A Sindy house, I would still be made up if I got that now

HermioneWeasley · 24/12/2022 17:52

@Cherrysoup che k out Ozempic- not quite a magic pill but not far off

Lannielou · 24/12/2022 18:29

I'd really like permanent housing for my kids and I. Other than that just grateful that we are all together and healthy

Nectarines · 24/12/2022 18:49

These shoes.

What presents would you love to get tomorrow but know you won't? Light hearted
MittenstheMurderKitty · 24/12/2022 18:53

A Lego Titanic would have been good.
Not a chance...😫

girlmom21 · 24/12/2022 18:54

ScottishLavender · 24/12/2022 17:38

I'd like a present. DH doesn't believe in gift giving so never buys me presents. He's very generous buying me things for "non-commercial" events (his phrase) though I'd be happy with a bar of chocolate on Christmas Day as long as I had it to unwrap!

Why does what he likes trump what you like?

ChampagneLassie · 24/12/2022 18:56

SlagathaChristie · 24/12/2022 08:12

My baby sleeping through the night. I'm starting to think that will never happen though! 😴

I was going to say an engagement ring but baby sleeping would be the best

TabithaTittlemouse · 24/12/2022 19:00

@SilverLilacLilac I will! I’m working the next few days so might pop out on my lunch break on Boxing Day and treat myself.

BelenaConhamHarter · 24/12/2022 19:02

I want an eternity ring. I don't know why. I think because everyone else wants one, which isn't a good reason.

ScroogeMcDuckling · 24/12/2022 19:14

EmergencyPoncho · 24/12/2022 10:00

A large doodle or Morris minor (cream, convertible).

Or a 50s oval beetle. Sorry to steal part of your dream, I love the dog I have xx

Left · 24/12/2022 19:35

Both my main perfumes have ran out so either of those would be amazing!

Curry delivered for Christmas lunch.

My house to be magically renovated over night.

Personal trainer sessions.

A cleaner and declutterer.

Sparkly cocktail ring.

A Velvetiser.

A city break.

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