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amother
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 Thu, Jul 13 2017, 10:30 am
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She invited us for shabbis, she's pretty well off and has a nice bungalow. What can I give that's appropriate for shabbos? She really buys everything she needs!
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singleagain
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Thu, Jul 13 2017, 10:34 am
I think I once heard that the idea behind bringing stuff for shabbat is to enhance shabbat.
or would it be acceptable to go, see if you notice anything she could use, like, a serving dish and send it after shabbat?
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MiracleMama
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Thu, Jul 13 2017, 10:50 am
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For a person who doesn't need more "stuff" I think a nice bottle of wine or box of chocolates is better than some tchotchke.
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Thu, Jul 13 2017, 11:03 am
IMO, house gifts should be edible. A nice fruit or candy platter, good quality grape juice or wine, or a side dish *if she wants one*
(showing up with an unexpected kugel is not appreciated by all).
An option is to send cut flowers or a potted plant before Shabbat.
For someone who is accustomed to buying her own housewares and has high standards, a mishmash of gifted dishes and potholders and the like may not be as welcome. Of course the recipient will appreciate the sentiment, but will then have to figure out what to do with unwanted/unneeded items.
All this may be different in the bungalows. People might not have everything they need, don't expect the same decorating standards as at home, and the random tablecloths and serving dishes that people like to give may be more useful.
ETA: A book to read on Shabbat, if you know what she enjoys, is always suitable.
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ra_mom
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Thu, Jul 13 2017, 12:08 pm
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Definitely something for shabbos like flowers or chocolates. No stuff.
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mha3484
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Thu, Jul 13 2017, 12:18 pm
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My family loves photos. Would she like a nicely framed photo of your family? Edited because it was rude of me to assume you had kids.
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self-actualization
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Thu, Jul 13 2017, 12:31 pm
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How about netilas yadayim towels? Always a nice gift.
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