April 2008 Weddings
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how can i ever repay her?

Today i got a call from a good friend. She is the mother of one of my best friends but he passed away 2 years ago. I have always been really close to his mom and she's always treated me like a daughter since she has 4 sons. She asked Serg and I to come over bc she had a surprise for us. She bought us our dresser combo for Gio's room. I was basically floored and told her she didn't have to do that and we really couldn't accept such a generous gift, but she insisted bc she had been saving since i told her i was pregnant and it was something she really wanted to do.

I am so thankful and gracious but I feel so guilty! I hate accepting gifts like that. I dont know how to repay her! I almost want to go over there one day and leave half of the cost of the dresser on her kitchen table.

Re: how can i ever repay her?

  • That is a very nice and generous gift.

    If I were you, I would not reimburse her.  I would write he a very thoughtful and heartfelt thank you note and when Gio gets here, I would make sure to make her an "honorary aunt or grammie" or something.  Since her son passed away, I would think that would be meaningful to her.

    Enjoy your furniture!!

    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
  • wow! That is absolutely awesome! I agree with Elisa....Im sure she would appreciate and love that!
  • I agree you shouldn't repay her.  She may take that as an insult.  She wanted to do something nice for you.  Write her a very nice thank you card.  I am not sure if it's the type of dresser with the changing table on top.  If it is then take a picture of Gio laying on and send her the picture.  Write something cute about how much Gio likes it etc.
  • i 100% agree with elisa.

    wow.  that was SO thoughtful. 

  • Awww that was so sweet. I agree with Elise!

  • Heartfelt thank you and bring her a home cooked dinner :)  That's how my mom taught me to do when you really appreciate someone or when someone needs a little cheering up. 

    I usually make a roast or something easy with sides and a small dessert :)

    Visit The Nest! BabyFruit Ticker married 4/19/2008
  • That's wonderful! I know you were bawling (I am tearing up just hearing about it). You don't have to pay her back. I totally agree with making her an honorary grandmother. Write her the thank you note and give her something personalized with "sergios grandma". I know she enjoyed giving you that gift more than anything.   
  • She doesn't want your money - she wants to be a part of your life.  I would write her a nice thank you note and just make an effort to keep her as part of your life.

    That's so generous and thoughtful of her!

    BabyFruit Ticker
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