Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Love Love || Thank You Gifts for Parents



Saying ‘Thank You’ are the most powerful words to hear. Think about the hard work you’ve done while planning your wedding and don’t forget to thank your parents. The Mother of the Bride or MOB has helped you along the way since you first got engaged. The Father of the Bride or FOB has probably worried about this moment since you were born. There are so many emotions in place during your wedding day and then you join lives with your new husband. Your wedding day is all about wedding vows, great speeches, wedding toasts, wedding cake, first dances, and bringing together your two families. Keep those great milestones in mind and remember your parents who are trying to catch up with your move into married life.

The truth in thanking your parents is they want to be appreciated. It’s up to you to take this on. If you struggled with your parents during planning, remember its proper etiquette to thank them, and you could really surprise them with your thoughtful actions. You may have a large or small budget for thanking your parents but make sure you do something that’s special. I love those Priceless commercials from Mastercard and I challenge you to think of creative ways to say ‘Thank You’. No matter what, your words or actions will be priceless.

Priceless

A heartfelt note thanking both your parents

Add a thank you message about both parents in your wedding program

Gifts Less Than $50

Keepsake Photo Boxes (Mother & Father)

Photo Frame w/portrait picture (Mother & Father)

Photobook for family collection (Mother & Father)

Cigar Box w/accessories (Father)

Personally chosen jewelry (Mother)

Embroidered Handkerchief (Father)

Gifts $50-$100

Schedule a massage for them to relax after wedding (Mother & Father)

Purchase a day at the local spa (Mother)

Purchase a round of golf at local country club (Father)

Gifts $100 and more

Book a trip for a few nights at a nice hotel (Mother & Father)

Create a gift basket with all your parents’ favorite treats, drinks, and a few personalized items (such as new book, travel games, magazines, and cologne/perfume). Think of personal items and you won’t disappoint. (Mother & Father)


What are some ways that you will say thank you to your parents? Post your response here.


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