I always have a problem deciding what to buy for Christmas attendees at our house. This year I am thinking of following but I would appreciate alternative suggestions from fellow-posters.
Mother-in-law (and, alas, in-fact). “The Sexual Night†by Pascal Quignard, although £28 is a bit steep. Could substitute “50 Shades of Greyâ€
Wife. Hand knitted bed socks
Daughter (lawyer, shortly to marry a senior military chappie) “General Kitchner, The Man and his Horsesâ€. Authorship to be confirmed.
Son (boiler fitter). “Mimesis. The Representation of Reality in Western Literatureâ€. (One of Eric Auerbach’s best, don’t you think?)
Seasonal best wishes to all posters.
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I am a bit concerned that you would buy your MiL a book about sex, but your wife socks to keep her warm in bed.
I feel a little perceptive psycho-analysis may be called for.
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>>I am a bit concerned that you would buy your MiL a book
And she replies " I already have that book Dear" :-)
I mean, will you be able to get a refund?
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You're cutting it a bit fine to start on those bedsocks...
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Mrs O'Reliant's birthday is today. I bought her a set of saucepans.
Now normally if a chap were to buy kitchen utensils for his lady as a present he'd be wearing them for a few months, but that's what she asked for and she's well pleased. Good quality ones too, they cost a bit.
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.......she didn't mean it *tut*
Pat
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We try to buy small unusual items for our two Adult children.
Son likes Hi Tec stuff but would not dare explore that scene.
Have ordered him a naff item that I am sure will make him smile.
A pizza slicer with sound to keep him entertained and a laser beam to ensure you know where you are cutting.
I know it will be greeted well. Plus it was a free offer.
Now available on an Ebay near you for about £10.
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Xmas Gifts - No FM2R
