I have a question.
What do you get for the man in your life who is no longer ‘the man’ in your life but who will always be the man in your kids’ lives?
I’ve been putting this off a little I think, but with 9 sleeps till Christmas it’s definitely about time I got off my butt and bought Mr B a seasonal gift. As most of you know, me and my husband of almost 16 years went our separate ways in February this year. It was the right thing to do, for all of us I think, but Christmas was always going to be a biggy, in that for the whole of my adult life he has been a part of mine.
I had decided that it would be ok to leave the choice of gift completely to Misses E and M, so when a certain company asked me to write about their site, offering an incentive for both myself and of course you lot, well I could hardly say no, but also, it seemed the ideal opportunity to let my girls browse the ‘for him’ section, (under £20 of course, baa humbug) in the safety of our own home – and believe me I’m talking safety for myself and other shoppers, not for my dear sweet little monkeys girls.
The thing is, well, Miss M especially was not really very impressed with the ‘For Him’ section. Because,
Miss M: ”Dat’s boring Mummy and my Daddy will not like any of it.”
So we head swiftly to the toy section, where after several minutes Miss M comes upon the perfect gift for a 48 year old drummer with a penchant for Glen Morangie, Indie music, techy gadget type stuff and social history…
Isn’t it just fabulous?
Apparently, Barbie’s Miette is an “Interactive kitten that even cuddles, talks and moves to the music from the movie! The more you play with her, the more she surprises with new moves and sounds!”
Perfect right? What more would any man want?
I have a feeling the new moves little Miette may learn will quite possibly involve being kicked around the room by a large pair of cherry red Docs, sighhhhhh. As for sounds, well who knows, possibly the odd expletive? Or the sweet enquiring voice of a 4 year asking her Daddy why Miette’s ‘jaunty hat’ is a bit squished, and what happened to the lovely CD that came with her?
I admit I was tempted (bad Jo), but something tells me Miss M would far prefer this little darling for herself so it may well turn up for her birthday at the end of January if I can convince Daddy to chip in.
As for the other stuff on the site, well these especially caught my eye as my brothers are ridiculously hard to buy for, and the one I already bought for my brother Steve’s birthday a week or so ago went down brilliantly. I’m thinking one for my other brother Dave for his birthday in Jan’, one for Mr B for his birthday in Jan’, and maybe even one as part of my Dad’s Christmas box. And they’re 3 for 2. Result!
(You think I’m joking right? I’m not.)
Anyway, if you’ve still not quite started finished your Christmas shopping, or like me you have a glut of January birthdays, (there’s also my Mum’s, my cousin’s, my godson’s and my mate’s), then head over to Very, open a quick credit account and get £10 off a purchase of at least £20 using this voucher code before December 23rd:
Code ZG252
Personally I’m thinking this item might be my first purchase.
I reckon it will go very well with these.
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December 16th, 2009 at 3:47 pm
Hee hee. Oh I do love you Jo. What a wonderful review. And yes, I particularly like the last two gifts. Well, especially the last one actually! Hope the classy mugs go down a treat. Mwah x
December 16th, 2009 at 4:34 pm
Awwww thanks lovely. And yes the last one is a particular favourite of mine. Althought the mugs are fabulously cheesy and make me giggle too.
December 16th, 2009 at 4:25 pm
What the sam heck is that woman wearing? Is this porn site you’re trying to send us to?
December 16th, 2009 at 4:35 pm
Tara would I do such a thing?? I really truly might buy one of those things. Apparently they can take inches off you, so any I had with the chocolates will be magicked away. (Is so a word.)
December 16th, 2009 at 4:51 pm
Loving the bodysuit that keeps-it-all-in and chocolate combo!
December 17th, 2009 at 1:24 am
It’s the perfect prezzie isn’t it Kim
December 16th, 2009 at 8:08 pm
What man wouldn’t want that kitty?!!
I am quite, quite sure you look great without those spanx.
December 17th, 2009 at 1:25 am
Ahhhh but even better with Sybil my gorgeous.
December 16th, 2009 at 10:02 pm
and all the extra fat gets shoved up into your cleavage! Genius! I think i might need a bigger bra tho.
December 17th, 2009 at 1:25 am
Heh heh, me too.
December 17th, 2009 at 2:22 am
Loving the Bodysuit thingy – what are they called?? But you’d have problems if you were drunk and needed a wee – just sayin’
As for the ex…nice DVD boxset or something from Firebox? I’m rubbish at boys presents!
December 17th, 2009 at 6:31 am
Liz it’s called the Ultimo. I really might get one, especially with the £10 off. The reviews all say it’s dead comfy etc and ok for the loo if I remember correctly. And DVD box set is a god idea though I must look at Firebox. x
December 17th, 2009 at 4:17 am
Fabulous Jo, as ever… x
December 17th, 2009 at 6:31 am
Awww thanks. But you are more fabulous lady. x
December 17th, 2009 at 4:58 am
Very good , Jo. Did you notice I said Very. I really did. I love Tara’s comment, sheer genius. And you are too x.
December 17th, 2009 at 6:32 am
Thanks gorgeous. And your comment is very very witty and intelligent. Very.
Oh, and I have your umbrella in my car. x
December 18th, 2009 at 1:31 pm
Why have you stolen my umbrella?
December 17th, 2009 at 5:14 am
Hey! Its her daddy, her choice…..get what ever she decides!
December 17th, 2009 at 6:32 am
Snort, looks like it will be the dancing cat then!
December 17th, 2009 at 10:14 am
Aren’t you supposed to get my permission before you go posting photos of me in my underwear? (Smirk.)
December 18th, 2009 at 12:15 pm
But you look so lovely dear. That Ultimo has done wonders.
December 17th, 2009 at 9:28 pm
oh so funny. Note to self: buy Belgium chocolate as well as Walkers Shortbread and tin of overpriced Cadbury’s biscuits. Oh – and Ultimo all-in-one-body-sucky-inny-suit-thing. Best to be prepared for the new year.
I am still on the ex / daddy pressie hunt. So far I have bought him 2 parenting-for-boys books (subtle?) and 1 How To Survive In the Wild With A Coat Hanger And Packet Of Pear Drops book. For the guy who doesn’t like to read. I am desperate for further inspiration…help.
December 18th, 2009 at 12:17 pm
Well, we bought Mr B’s today. It involved something to read, something to eat and something to drink. The girls chose it all in the end and I think he’ll be ok with it. I may get him that cat next year. ;D
December 18th, 2009 at 2:53 am
So funny. I loved your wish list. A nice jumper is always welcome and not very personal. That’s what I’d go for for an Ex.
December 29th, 2009 at 6:26 pm
Oooh that’s a good idea. And sorry I missed this. I’ve been in spam hell but just installed an API key at last.
December 18th, 2009 at 8:14 am
Last Christmas I bought my ex a book on child nutrition (after too may tales of Pot Noodle dinners from El). Not really in keeping with the festive spirit, but still…
I’ve now given up that habit and we don’t do Chrissy pressies anymore. I leave it to his girlfriend to get something from El for her daddy so I am off the hook!
December 18th, 2009 at 12:18 pm
Part Mummy Part Me that actually sounds very sensible. They do tend to eat ‘out’ a lot with their Daddy. I bet it’s kind of a relief to be off the hook. I’m sure Mr B feels the same really. If Mr B meets anyone I will be happy to give her that task if my gorls are ok with it.
December 18th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
you are always good for a giggle my friend.
hope you have figured out the purrfect gift. 
December 18th, 2009 at 4:45 pm
I have hon. The girls chose him something today. They did good. x
December 18th, 2009 at 1:05 pm
You know a good present for an ex could be a mirror….see if he likes what he is!
December 18th, 2009 at 4:46 pm
Hmmmmm. Now there’s a thought lovely. ;D
December 18th, 2009 at 2:39 pm
Ahhhh! My eyes! You are forbidden from buying those things. Verbotten, you hear?
a) They’re hideous
b) They’re hideous
c) They are uncomfortable (c’mon, anything designed to hold in your wobbly bits isn’t going to be a whisper of silk)
d) You do not need them. Fact.
Buy something involving silk, or lace, that makes you feel nice. Go on.
December 18th, 2009 at 4:47 pm
Awwwww you are so lovely. I do need one a little bit, but then I’d rather have wibbly bits than have no wibbly bits at all if you know what I mean. x