My friend's best friend died last year on April 20th. I feel the need to get him something and I think flowers would be a nice gesture, but I'm not sure that they are entirely appropriate.
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Yes its okay to buy a guy flowers.  What kind, well depends on the guy. How is his personlity? is he rough? Does he have the MAN ego going on? or is he calm and more practical? Well also, make sure it is only 1 flower, and when you hand it off to him say this is just to brighten your day or something like that. :)\n\nSome suggestions : \n\ngerbera daisy\nsunflower\nWhite Tulip
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Depends on how long I have been in the relationship. If it is new-anywhere from real new to one year, I would feel more comfortable receiving flowers. After that, probably Jewlery, a necklace or earing. Now if it is true love.....Definitly a ring, say for a left hand :)
587986
Flowers would be nice, but respect for the deceased, and condolescences for the family would go much farther.
314375
I went through chemo for 6 months and I loved the dinners people would bring over because I was so weak I could barely get the energy to get out of bed.  Sometimes people would just drop off dinner at the front door in case I didn't want company.  Another great idea is offering to spend time with your friend by taking them out for normal things like shopping, or even helping around the house (I didn't have enough energy to wash a load of clothes)  They will appreciate that more than any other gift you would buy. Flowers are a nice touch, or a good book.
280549
Today is my bestfriend's birthday. She turns 19 today, May 16th. I wish I could send her a gift, but I moved to France, and she lives far away in South East Asia, and it's been 10 months we didn't see each other. So, I simply sent her a greetings card, and said Happy Birthday, and I told her how much I miss her and she means a lot to me.\n\nBy the way, Happy Birthday to you !! Joyeux Anniversaire !!
329248
Flowers. Something that means alot to her. Just gettig her a card she will probably enjoy.
60376
If someone gave you a present for your birthday, then it's polite to give them one for theirs.  Basically though, give a gift when you feel inclined to, maybe because you're old friends, or family members, or the person helped you out a lot this year.  Don't worry about them feeling like they have to "repay" you for your gift.  Gifts are just that -- gifts -- and they shouldn't be thought of as favors.
28882
it would be better if somebody gives me flowers instead of balloons. it still would be a thoughtful gesture but its not that sweet.
439457
my mother just passed away last month, at 77,,, my friends/neighbors brought over things like a meal,,, a pound cake etc, i think that is always a nice touch, and appreciated especially if you have relatives come in or people over
459579
I think you should be greatful that you have a friend that gives gifts at all.  As corny as it may sound, give in to the spirit of giving and not receiving and you'll be much happier.
547911
A fall bouquet is always a nice addition.  They are aranged and ready to go at most flower shops, grocery stores and Trader Joes.\nHave a happy Thanksgiving.
326421
im a mother and i always am please with a nice boquet of flowers. they are pretty, smell wonderful and dont make u fat! ideal gift.
191070
I don't think it's wrong for you to be upset. I think they're both being thoughtless and selfish and given that your birthday is only one day in the whole year, they should have sent you at the very least a card. No way their lives should be so busy (funeral or no funeral) that they both couldn't do that.
646469
give her a plant in memory of her loved one
185582
This friend obviously shares a special connection with you, but the focus of a wedding present should be the couple in question. This gift isn't the time to express your gratitude, that should wait for another moment the two of you can share. If this person has helped you alot, take time out to honor this separately like with a dinner, balloons, or flowers with thank-you gift certificates. For a wedding present, try to think of something the two of them can share or won't realize they need until later. Spa treatments together are wonderful and come in different price ranges; I found that my favorite wedding gift was a good set of sharpened (not serated)kitchen knives; or you can be inventive and give them a special plant cutting or "wedding tree" for their garden.Good Luck:)
212474
I will, I will!! How and where do I send them? Would she like them before she's gone or after. And could it be Carnations?
591835
Yeah you should defintaly send her some flowers and a card that says I"m really sorry.  You know make her feel like shes the only person in the world that matters to you!