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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
I'm stumped here! what does one get a great gift for a practical-ish guy? he's my brother who's turning 30 in june adn graduating soon??? he's a computer guy, socialable when he likes, tries to dress nicely but still lacks in that dpt., he goes to the gym, he's a health nut but drinks occasionally, hmm... what else? i just can't think of anything! help me! (no pen, pls =P ) i'll spend maybe $200 or so. depends on what it is, of course. help me.
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Posted 5/23/05 3:02 PM 
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brooklynbridezilla
Ever After
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11/5/2005 12:30 PM
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Hmmm, maybe some nice button down shirts or slacks? a briefcase?
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Posted 5/23/05 3:06 PM
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hbradio
Our board is gone :-(
Member since 11/03 9840 total posts
Wedding Date:
4/29/2005 4:00 PM
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Chateau Briand
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
an IPOD?
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Posted 5/23/05 3:11 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
for my wedding, i decided to get him a suit. although he appreciated it i found the experience somewhat difficult. but i'll keep it in mind.
as for the ipod, he already has an mp3 player which he's proud of. plus i got my younger bro (recently) an ipod. i would like to change it up a little =)
anything else? or should i just give him money? but i was hoping to give him an actual gift of some kind. 
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Posted 5/23/05 3:21 PM
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marymoon
Someday Bride
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Maybe a $200 GC to men's wearhouse?
ETA: Ok you got him a suit. I would think money. Or some kind of electronic gadget, or something leather? I know that helps a lot. I'm just trying to think of "mature man" kind of gifts, you know, now he's moving up in the world, graduating, turning 30.
Message edited 5/23/2005 3:24:28 PM.
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Posted 5/23/05 3:21 PM
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MCDO15
You got Served!
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3/13/2005 5:00 PM
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Giorgio's at Fox Hill
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
a psp (this is what i would want at least)
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Posted 5/23/05 3:22 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by marymoon
Maybe a $200 GC to men's wearhouse?
that's where i got him his suit! =D
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Posted 5/23/05 3:24 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by MCDO15
a psp (this is what i would want at least)
he doesnt really play video games. =( am i being difficult??? =)
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Posted 5/23/05 3:25 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by marymoon
Maybe a $200 GC to men's wearhouse?
ETA: Ok you got him a suit. I would think money. Or some kind of electronic gadget, or something leather? I know that helps a lot. I'm just trying to think of "mature man" kind of gifts, you know, now he's moving up in the world, graduating, turning 30.
totally gotcha! i'm trying to thinking of one also.. my brain's hurting me now.. or maybe it's the choco ice cream i'm having =D
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Posted 5/23/05 3:27 PM
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Pookiesangel
My new favorite picture!
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Wedding Date:
5/7/2006 3:30 PM
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The Swan Club
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Is he into sports?
Think of something you know he would never splurge on for himself?
Example, my FH loves fishing and has wanted a "boat" for a long time, so FIL's and I are putting money together to get him a small two seater, about $400 at sports authority..
Does he like to shop? Gift certificates are great for this.. The Simon Card (a visa debit card you put money on) is great for this because he can use it at any store. You can get them online I think the website is www.simoncard.com or at Roosvelt Fields mall.
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Posted 5/23/05 3:32 PM
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MonkeyLuv
It's An Obsession
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1/1/2012 12:00 AM
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booked
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
What about a nice designer wallet? and maybe a gift card somewhere?
He's into computers, are there any programs or games he's interested in?
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Posted 5/23/05 3:39 PM
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wc0143
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5/1/2004 3:30 PM
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
What about sports or concert tickets?
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Posted 5/23/05 3:40 PM
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MonkeyLuv
It's An Obsession
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1/1/2012 12:00 AM
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by wc0143
What about sports or concert tickets?
ooh, that's a good idea!
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Posted 5/23/05 3:41 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by MonkeyLuv
What about a nice designer wallet? and maybe a gift card somewhere?
He's into computers, are there any programs or games he's interested in?
hmm.. he's not a video game person but the wallet sounds like a great idea! and i'll start it off by putting a dollar in it! ahaha! i'm really liking this wallet idea! maybe i should take a look to see if he's in need of a nice and new wallet. thank you!!!!!!!
keep the ideas coming! 
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Posted 5/23/05 3:42 PM
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Blu-ize
My House
Member since 8/04 8305 total posts
Wedding Date:
2/28/1998 6:00 PM
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East Meadow Jewish Center
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Subscription to a magazine that caters to his interests? Also if he's into baseball..some tix..Mets/Yanks.
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Posted 5/23/05 3:44 PM
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Anniegrl
Yo! I need a bottle!
Member since 11/02 5566 total posts
Wedding Date:
5/1/2004 2:30 PM
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The George Washington Manor
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
What kind of work does he do? DH has a nice leather folio that he loves - it has a pad of paper in it, and it has his initials engraved on the front. He takes it to meetings so he has something to jot notes in.
That's one small thing you could get your brother...
And this may not be the greatest graduation gift idea, but DH is totally in love with his Oakley's, and they're a pretty cool gift (but pricey - $300). He wears them to play sports. Your brother could always return them if he doesn't like them and get a different style/brand.
I'm just trying to think outside the box!
These are the Oakley X metal Juliet:
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Posted 5/23/05 3:44 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by wc0143
What about sports or concert tickets?
that is a great idea! but i think he's one of those guys who would rather have something he could have for a while... he's not so into concerts.. sports games.. IF the olympix were happening now i think i would get him a ticket to that but other than the olympics.. i dun think he's too into sporting events.
sheesh! i am being difficult here =( sowweee!
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Posted 5/23/05 3:46 PM
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lcherian
I'm a Mrs.!!
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6/24/2006 2:30 PM
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Hyatt Wind Watch
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
i agree w/the wallet idea. i bought FH this really nice gucci wallet and i believe it came out to just under 200 dollars.
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Posted 5/23/05 3:47 PM
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MonkeyLuv
It's An Obsession
Member since 8/04 4437 total posts
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1/1/2012 12:00 AM
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booked
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by Anniegrl
What kind of work does he do? DH has a nice leather folio that he loves - it has a pad of paper in it, and it has his initials engraved on the front. He takes it to meetings so he has something to jot notes in.
That's one small thing you could get your brother...
And this may not be the greatest graduation gift idea, but DH is totally in love with his Oakley's, and they're a pretty cool gift (but pricey - $300). He wears them to play sports. Your brother could always return them if he doesn't like them and get a different style/brand.
I'm just trying to think outside the box!
These are the Oakley X metal Juliet:
Ann, Mr Boots wanted those so badly!! But he's all about the Spy sunglasses now!
Justshir... Coach has an excellent billfold/money clip and maybe you could find a complimentary folio like Ann suggested... or get a full size wallet and put tickets inside...
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Posted 5/23/05 3:49 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by Anniegrl
What kind of work does he do? DH has a nice leather folio that he loves - it has a pad of paper in it, and it has his initials engraved on the front. He takes it to meetings so he has something to jot notes in.
That's one small thing you could get your brother...
And this may not be the greatest graduation gift idea, but DH is totally in love with his Oakley's, and they're a pretty cool gift (but pricey - $300). He wears them to play sports. Your brother could always return them if he doesn't like them and get a different style/brand.
I'm just trying to think outside the box!
These are the Oakley X metal Juliet:
the oakley's are great! yay! i'm making a list of things to get! for now and future references! this is perfect! 
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Posted 5/23/05 3:51 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Justshir... Coach has an excellent billfold/money clip and maybe you could find a complimentary folio like Ann suggested... or get a full size wallet and put tickets inside...
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very creative, mokeyluv! i'm def gonna look into it!
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Posted 5/23/05 3:53 PM
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MonkeyLuv
It's An Obsession
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1/1/2012 12:00 AM
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Actually, while you're making a list there's this cute skirt that I want and my birthday's coming up too!  
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Posted 5/23/05 3:55 PM
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tourist
Beyond Obsession
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Wedding Date:
10/9/2004 4:00 PM
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Milleridge Carriage House
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
MY husband likes this, but he already has a Swiss army knife, btu if your brother doesn't, it is practical and computer-related.
Swiss army knife with USB drive
ETA- does he have a lap top? You could get him a fancy lap top bag.
Message edited 5/23/2005 3:59:44 PM.
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Posted 5/23/05 3:58 PM
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justshir
blah blah blah
Member since 10/04 1673 total posts
Wedding Date:
6/5/2004 2:00 PM
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some chinese restaurant
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
Posted by MonkeyLuv
Actually, while you're making a list there's this cute skirt that I want and my birthday's coming up too!
uhhhh... hahahahah!
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Posted 5/23/05 4:15 PM
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july06bride
Happy First Anniversary to Us!
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7/1/2006 2:45 PM
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East Wind Estate
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Re: WHAT GIFT WOULD U GET A GUY FOR HIS COMBO BDAY (30 yrs old) / GRAD?
cologne?
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Posted 5/23/05 7:17 PM
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