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How to thank a 16-year-old neighbour who gave up his afternoon to help dh dig up conifer tree?

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happynappies · 15/05/2011 19:11

Not sure whether this is strictly a gardening issue, but where else to post it?! Dh was busy this afternoon trying to uproot an enormous conifer tree stump from our front lawn when our 16-year-old neighbour who we've never spoken to before volunteered to help. He worked solidly for a couple of hours, fetching tools and chatting to our dc's as he worked. His Dad then joined in, and eventually the job was finished and they both helped carry the tree stump off the garden and tidy up. Dh obviously thanked them both at the time, but on reflection we feel we should show our appreciation more but how? If the lad was older perhaps we'd take round a bottle of wine or crate of lager, but as he's under age thats out. Was wondering about a gift voucher but what for? Or bake them a cake (or is that a bit twee?). We've only got very small children, so no idea what teenagers might appreciate, and would you get something for the Dad too? All ideas gratefull received!!

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NotaMopsa · 15/05/2011 21:37

i agree my teens would love a voucher and i'd be chilled. Money i'd feel uneasy

sharbie · 15/05/2011 21:43

a cake? my teen would be a bit nonplussed tbh

activate · 15/05/2011 21:51

cake would not be overly appreciated by my 16 year old tbh - it's a bit of a middle-aged gift ie appreciating the effort etc

money as previously mentioned

happynappies · 16/05/2011 20:19

Ok - thank you everyone for the suggestions. My dd drew him a card today and we put an Amazon gift certificate thingy that you print out inside. Hope he likes it!

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Carrotsandcelery · 16/05/2011 20:52

That sounds perfect.

heleninahandcart · 18/05/2011 21:17

Cash or vouchers for boy. Mine helped out a neighbour, got a tenner and was delighted.

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