I am trying to think of something unique and special to have delivered to my friend. He is a Doctor, likes opera, and has a great eye for furnishing/decorating. He is classy, but cool at the same time. I have never seen him drink, so a nice wine is out. Suggestions would be appreciated. Gratzie, Abner
In a comparable situation a few months ago, we sent an Edible Arrangement: a very attractive bouquet of fresh fruit, chocolate-dipped fruit, and chocolates on skewers, in a vase. Dozens of arrangements were available, most between $50 and $100. It appears to be a worldwide franchise, with retail outlets in several hundred places, plus on-line ordering. Our recipient was very pleased, and we shall be doing it again. http://www.ediblearrangements.com/
I would say between $50.00 - $100.00. Dr. Bear and I think alike. I will keep that edible basket in mind Dr. Keep the ideas coming!!! Abner
Depending on his knowledge level, you might give some lectures to deepen his understanding of opera: http://www.teach12.com/ttcx/CourseDescLong2.aspx?cid=740 http://www.teach12.com/ttcx/CourseDescLong2.aspx?cid=790 http://www.teach12.com/ttcx/CourseDescLong2.aspx?cid=780 Then again everything depends on price range.
How about a Waterford Crystal letter opener or paperweight http://www.waterford.com/shop/thumbnail.asp?id=663&nav=desk A classy gift - I gave a letter opener as a wedding gift and everybody wanted to look at it since it was so unusual.
How about tickets to a symphony or opera? I had season tickets to the symphony one year and had to give a pair away on occasion and I was suprised at how well they were received by people.
How about some opera glasses? http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_p?url=search-alias%3Dphoto&field-keywords=opera+glasses
Thanks everybody! I decided to get him some opera glasses and one of those edible fruit baskets Dr. Bear Suggested. Abner
I did this exact thing for my secret santa this year at work. She is really into helping animals so I made a donation to the local SPCA in her name. She LOVED it.
My wife and I are both opera fans. I bought her expensive opera glasses as a gift some years ago. When we tried them out they were not very practical - only 2X magnification and no individual eye adjustment. We now use regular compact binoculars. We usually sit in the low price seats so we need good binoculars.
Personally, I'd go with something that has a little more 'permanence' than a fruit basket, etc. A couple of piano students I helped eons ago when there were in HS always come up with something apropos - like a like digitally remastered LPs and piano rolls from the turn of the last century, programs, lobby marquees, etc. Surprisingly enough, these should all be well within your budget.
