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wedding gift.. not enough?

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  • enthusiasticsaver
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    You should give what you can afford although I can see you have now bought them a present. He will understand if you are in a different financial position to him.
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  • Toni'sfriend
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    ve told them we dont have much money! They dont have any children at the moment! ive found them a lovely easy home cooked meals cook book and im buying them a personalised cheeseboard instead of money! it comes to about £15 im sure they will be happy with that! x
    I think that is a lovely idea. Very practical as well as personal. I would be delighted if I got a present like that.
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  • Ah that is a brilliant solution, fab, very personal and thoughtful
  • Fireflyaway
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    I think your idea is spot on. Your gift will last year's and is really thoughtful.
  • I think if he doesn't understand then it says more about him than you!
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