I’m the only child of two retired parents. They are very comfortably off, lots of foreign hols, lovely detached house, no money issues. Whenever they need to make a major purchase eg tv/car they research to the nth degree, spend lots of time and effort making the right choice.
When it was my 40th they said they’d give me some cash for an outfit for the event I was celebrating at. Then DM said “We’d like to give you a present, as it’s your 40th, what would you like?” I specified some jewellery, gave a broad range in both price and style ie said I like the things on this website (£20-£200). On my bday they gave me card with cash in, said we “can’t buy for you”. The following day was my dad’s 70th. I’d asked what he wanted and picked out a watch for him based on his preferences. DM knew I was doing this as she approved the choice. AIBU to be a bit upset by this? Can’t decide if I’m being a bit precious or not.