BIRTHDAYS

[noasark]

Let's just say, you were aware of an upcoming birthdate...

What sort of thing do you think would be best to surprise someone with for such an occasion? I'm making a list.

[No he won't tell you whose birthday it is.]

Comments

[treno_nobleman]

[He really has no expertise in this matter at all, having very rarely given anyone a gift they liked, on the few very rare occasions that he did. Most of it was outside of nobility and out of pure meanness. He won't count the time he gave Zidane his friends's freedom in exchange for the boy's cooperation - he never had intended to keep that promise anyway.]

[But things have changed with him. Those days were long gone, and he is... trying.]

What do they like? Perhaps you should start with what you know they would appreciate, or with something they can put to good use.

[noasark]

Hmmm...the problem is finding something they haven't already sought out for themselves. They're quite proactive in that regard, I'll admit.

[treno_nobleman]

[Well there's a problem he hasn't ever had before. He wouldn't know for sure.]

That could be an issue. Is there a subtle way you can ask after it, to see if they have what you intend to give to them? Or would they mind more than one of this gift?

[noasark]

Oooooh, doubtful.

Though I suspect they might not mind more than one, you are correct on that. There would definitely be a limit, but they'd probably be fine with a small number...

[treno_nobleman]

Knowing as little as I do about the person and the gift, most of this will be up to your discretion, but it sounds as if you might have a good place to start. If that won't work, perhaps a gift of food or some kind, if you weren't already considering that? I haven't known many to turn down a favorite treat or a rare fruit they like.

[noasark]

Ah, that's a good point there, yes....I'm certain I can think of something small with that in mind.

Not likely a complete favorite but...at least something they'll like...

[treno_nobleman]

Well, then there you have it. I do hope this has helped you in some way, and I wish you luck in your search.

[noasark]

Thank you for that-

I might just update this with how things go.

[treno_nobleman]

That would be lovely. I'll look forward to hearing of the results of your generosity.