# Christmas Spending? **URL:** \ **Category:** NYSpeed Off Topic\ **Created:** [December 16, 2008, 9:56pm UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870 "2008-12-16T21:56:40Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 2
**Author:** ![Paulo](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/paulo/32/7328_2.png) [@Paulo](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Paulo)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 6:54am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/21 "2008-12-17T06:54:43Z")
> [@boardjnky4](#): > > haha I only spent $50 on my GF. I found out yesterday that she spent $90 so now I have to go shopping again lol. How long have you been together? I am spending a bunch on my g/f because our 1 year anniversary is today as well. I think I’m going to get her anal sex. I can’t wait to surprise her! ---
**Author:** ![King](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/king/32/7329_2.png) [@King](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/King)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 6:55am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/22 "2008-12-17T06:55:11Z")
> [@2TurboZ](#): > > Its not about how much you spend…its about how much the people value the thought and reasoning behind the present. > > If someone tells me they want a laptop…they get a laptop…if someone tells me they want a pack of playing cards…they get that. > > I dont like to shop…I dont like to think about it…I just buy people in my family what they want…keeps my stress level down. its about spending as little as possible and having them think you spent a good amount more than that! ---
**Author:** ![boardjnky4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/96bed5/32.png) [@boardjnky4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boardjnky4)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 6:56am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/23 "2008-12-17T06:56:32Z")
> [@Paulo](#): > > How long have you been together? > > I am spending a bunch on my g/f because our 1 year anniversary is today as well. I think I’m going to get her anal sex. I can’t wait to surprise her! 3.5 years lol I like your style, your gift is cheap and it benefits you the most! ---
**Author:** ![Gus](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/gus/32/5112_2.png) [@Gus](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Gus)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:11am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/24 "2008-12-17T07:11:53Z")
I try not to go over $500 Depends how many ppl I shop for. ---
**Author:** ![boxxa](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/boxxa/32/5045_2.png) [@boxxa](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boxxa)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:21am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/25 "2008-12-17T07:21:24Z")
> [@Paulo](#): > > Yeah stuff like that I think is a lot better. Instead of material items having the person do something that may enrich their lifestyle a bit. When I was with my ex of 3 years I just used to take her on short vacations for special occasions, and she did the same for me. It was awesome actually. Ya. I also like gift cards too for stores people like. The thought is there that you think of them but they can get something they want. Esp for people who feel its offensive to return something and rather put it in their closet and never wear it versus take it back and get something they want. Like I got my GFs family gift cards becuase I don’t know what they want or have. ---
**Author:** ![tpgsr](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/tpgsr/32/7374_2.png) [@tpgsr](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/tpgsr)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:24am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/26 "2008-12-17T07:24:51Z")
$0 procrastination FTMFW ---
**Author:** ![Helidrop](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/helidrop/32/7583_2.png) [@Helidrop](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Helidrop)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:27am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/27 "2008-12-17T07:27:06Z")
250 on the parents 40 on the brother, but he told me to return his gifts because moving to Long Island has put a strain on his cash flow. He isn’t aware that he’s still getting his gifts. Close to 60 on the boyfriend because he buys whatever he wants whenever he wants and he’s that guy that says “don’t get me anything” and I can’t creatively shop for him, it’s too stressful! This is probably the year i spent the least … i’m an educated shopper ---
**Author:** ![Adictd2b00st](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/adictd2b00st/32/7625_2.png) [@Adictd2b00st](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Adictd2b00st)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:28am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/28 "2008-12-17T07:28:09Z")
> [@boardjnky4](#): > > I don’t want to argue ideals here, but this thread is destined for “I spent more money than you” agreed… not seeing the point of spending that much on gifts ---
**Author:** ![SkunkApe](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/skunkape/32/7575_2.png) [@SkunkApe](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/SkunkApe)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:29am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/29 "2008-12-17T07:29:26Z")
ugh… i gotta go get the last of the shopping done tomorrow. ---
**Author:** ![ryanmcell](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ryanmcell/32/7510_2.png) [@ryanmcell](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ryanmcell)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:42am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/30 "2008-12-17T07:42:08Z")
> [@boardjnky4](#): > > I don’t want to argue ideals here, but this thread is destined for “I spent more money than you” Def not my intention of the thread start, but it’s always assumed in OffTopic that it will sway the way to people who proclaim they have a bigger dick than everyone else. As far as me I try to do as much nice things for people who I know deserve them as I can. My brother knows I can snag lots of movies, so he gave me a list of movies he wanted to see/own and I went out and downloaded and burnt them or copied them. His gift = $0 yet I know he will love it. ---
**Author:** ![boardjnky4](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/96bed5/32.png) [@boardjnky4](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/boardjnky4)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:44am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/31 "2008-12-17T07:44:21Z")
> [@ryanmcell](#): > > Def not my intention of the thread start, but it’s always assumed in OffTopic that it will sway the way to people who proclaim they have a bigger dick than everyone else. > > As far as me I try to do as much nice things for people who I know deserve them as I can. > > My brother knows I can snag lots of movies, so he gave me a list of movies he wanted to see/own and I went out and downloaded and burnt them or copied them. His gift = $0 yet I know he will love it. that is a solid gift not to mention, gave me a great idea for a gift for my sister. She has been wanting the full adobe suite that I got for macs. Thanks. ---
**Author:** ![ryanmcell](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ryanmcell/32/7510_2.png) [@ryanmcell](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ryanmcell)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:48am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/32 "2008-12-17T07:48:37Z")
> [@boardjnky4](#): > > that is a solid gift > > not to mention, gave me a great idea for a gift for my sister. She has been wanting the full adobe suite that I got for macs. Thanks. A lot of friends wanted pirated software for Christmas, so simple and easy for me, yet so valuable to them :tup: Also my brothers DVD count is up to like 35 now due to his requesting all seasons of Lost now… lol doh. ---
**Author:** ![Dr.Stevil](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/da6949/32.png) [@Dr.Stevil](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Dr.Stevil)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 7:49am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/33 "2008-12-17T07:49:50Z")
> [@ryanmcell](#): > > A lot of friends wanted pirated software for Christmas, so simple and easy for me, yet so valuable to them :tup: > > Also my brothers DVD count is up to like 35 now due to his requesting all seasons of Lost now… lol doh. lol good idea ---
**Author:** ![travisn](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/travisn/32/5046_2.png) [@travisn](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/travisn)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 9:03am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/34 "2008-12-17T09:03:22Z")
> [@Paulo](#): > > How long have you been together? > > I am spending a bunch on my g/f because our 1 year anniversary is today as well. I think I’m going to get her anal sex. I can’t wait to surprise her! wait, its been a year and you still havent gotten anal? hmm, i tried it within 6 mos and id say at 10 mos or so into it we actually did it and it didnt hurt her. :present: its kinda cliche but our 1 year is on xmas, she couldnt decide between which $200 ring she wanted (just jewerly, not engagement or anything) so i got both of them. plus it was her birthday monday too. lol ---
**Author:** ![BigRon](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/58956e/32.png) [@BigRon](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/BigRon)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 9:23am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/35 "2008-12-17T09:23:32Z")
No female, so gift buying was easy. Plus with gas so cheap right now I had plently of room in the budget. Parents: Detailing kit for dad and slippers for mom plus a 32" sharp LCD for them both (my bro kicks in some cash) Bro: NHL 09 for 360 Gift exchange for mom’s family just a gift certificate ---
**Author:** ![ultradriver10000](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ultradriver10000/32/7397_2.png) [@ultradriver10000](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ultradriver10000)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 9:25am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/36 "2008-12-17T09:25:29Z")
$300 for my parents $100 for the sister $100 on the GFs family $300 on the GFs gift $500 for myself $150 for ppl at work $150 friends That doesn’t include car parts, those aren’t gifts 🙂 ---
**Author:** ![ryanmcell](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/ryanmcell/32/7510_2.png) [@ryanmcell](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/ryanmcell)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 9:32am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/37 "2008-12-17T09:32:09Z")
This year mine was: Parents: $700 GF: $500 Brother: $0 but I’m sure I’ll find something Friends: $250 Myself: $65 ---
**Author:** ![Dr.Stevil](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/da6949/32.png) [@Dr.Stevil](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Dr.Stevil)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 9:43am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/38 "2008-12-17T09:43:04Z")
good news: just finished 🙂 bad news: package wont arrive till after xmas ☹ ---
**Author:** ![King](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/king/32/7329_2.png) [@King](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/King)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 9:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/39 "2008-12-17T09:46:09Z")
> [@SkunkApe](#): > > ugh… i gotta go get the last of the shopping done tomorrow. danielle? i got her something already, ill just say its from both of us. ---
**Author:** ![Estorvito](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forums.speedlife.net/estorvito/32/7234_2.png) [@Estorvito](https://forums.speedlife.net/u/Estorvito)\ **Post date:** [December 17, 2008, 9:46am UTC](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870/40 "2008-12-17T09:46:15Z")
I spent almost $800 on my 8 y/o alone ☹ about $200 on the 2 y/o and a good 3-4 hundo on the rest of the kids and fams… Still need to buy my wife something…Not sure what to get her [Previous page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forums.speedlife.net/t/christmas-spending/59870.md?page=3)