mjmooney Posted November 22, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 22, 2011 The people who get pissed off with me for NOT telling them what I want for Xmas. TBH there's nothing I want really, but surprises are nice. The things I really want I just buy. Are you my wife? :?No, but I know what you mean. The difference is - I really wouldn't care if I got nothing, and equally, I'm quite happy to get something that I'm not too excited about - socks, etc. That isn't what Xmas is about for me (it's really about Jesus' love for the world - no, just kidding). Whereas my missus drops some subtle-to-the-point-of-me-completely-missing-it hint about some arcane female product (in about September) and then is clearly disappointed when I buy her a book that I want to read instead. Tsk, women. Can't live with 'em, can't get 'em to dress up in Nazi uniforms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stevo985 Posted November 22, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 22, 2011 I'm like you MIke, I wouldn't really mind if I got nothing. It's nice to get stuff. But for my last birthday my sisters got me nothing and my parents got me a jumper, and not a very nice one. And that was it. But if people are going to buy me birthday and xmas presents, why not get me somethign I want? So I make a list of stuff that's out (DVDs, books, CDs etc) that I would like. If someone wants to buy me something then there's a list of stuff I'd be more than happy with. If you want to get me something els,e that's fine too. But whenever I tell this to people I get a weird response like "You make a christmas list, that's a bit spoilt isn't it?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eames Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Speak for yourself Moonman...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
choffer Posted November 22, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 22, 2011 some arcane female product Ann Summers FTW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCLaura Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Yes! Christmas politics, FTL. One of my brothers asked me what I wanted for Christmas the other day, so I said 'M&S Vouchers would be lovely.' He said, 'Oh, that's a bit boring isn't it?' What?! Umm, ok, shall I ask for a gnome that shoots a firework out of it's arse?! I don't want it, but it would probably be excitment worthy enough for you to want to buy it for me. Madness! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GarethRDR Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 a gnome that shoots a firework out of it's arse *adds to own Xmas list* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted November 22, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 22, 2011 My default "like" is Amazon vouchers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irreverentad Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Voucher are a bit 'meh' though Laura! Why don't you ask him for a jumper from M&S or possibly a kettle or something? ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted November 22, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 22, 2011 Buying presents for women used to be so easy in the good old days - iron, vacuum cleaner, washing machine, food processor... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFCLaura Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 But why are vouchers 'meh'? It's a bit mad to ask someone what they want and then not like their suggestion. It's what THEY want. You got the answer to the question you asked. It's perhaps boring to buy a voucher if you haven't asked what they want and it becomes some kind of easy cop out, I understand that. But to be specifically asked what you want, give the answer and it be implied that what you want isn't exciting enough to warrant buying it as a present is so weird. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
irreverentad Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 You seem quite angry about this? I would just be a bit 'meh' with them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjmooney Posted November 22, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 22, 2011 That superfluous "e" on the end of "L.A. Noir(e)". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFC_Hitz Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Vouchers piss me off. They sit folded in my wallet until about March then I buy something spaccy like an FHM and a pic 'n' mix. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paddywhack Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Veggies at work moaning about there not being enough choice for them on the christmas menu at the party this year. There's only one option for each course but I think that's more than enough. I really do have a lot of respect for Vegetarians, but surely not having a lot of choice on menus and having to 'plan' your meals is part and parcel of being a veggie Maybe I'm wrong, I usually am :notsure: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarewsEyebrowDesigner Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 Vouchers piss me off. They sit folded in my wallet until about March then I buy something spaccy like an FHM and a pic 'n' mix. I just give them to someone who wants them. As for christmas presents on the whole, I haven't asked for anything in years, so I just say 'use your imagination', which usually stumps people because they buy shit out of obligation rather than actually wanting to buy you anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legov Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 As for christmas presents on the whole, I haven't asked for anything in years, so I just say 'use your imagination', which usually stumps people because they buy shit out of obligation rather than actually wanting to buy you anything. Christ, really? :shock: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chindie Posted November 22, 2011 VT Supporter Share Posted November 22, 2011 That superfluous "e" on the end of "L.A. Noir(e)". I still think that was done intentionally. If that annoys you, you should try working in a shop where people are entirely likely to ask you for 'L.A. Newer', 'L.A. Neuer' or 'L.A. Nor'. See also: Deus Ex - 'Dire Sex' 'Dyas Sex' 'Deuce Ex' 'Das Ex' Grand Theft Auto IV, or GTA4 - GTA Eye Vee Anywho, its that time of year again so... **** John Lewis ad. Piss me off no end. That this one supposedly makes people cry garners it extra ire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brumerican Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 That superfluous "e" on the end of "L.A. Noir(e)". I am pretty sure you have already mentioned this before Mike . It must be serious 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villaajax Posted November 22, 2011 Share Posted November 22, 2011 I can't find any Holland football socks anywhere. What year? I was expecting you to direct me to some kind of football sock super store by now... were you just asking out of interest? :| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jon Posted November 23, 2011 Share Posted November 23, 2011 Unsightly nose and ear hair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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