My husband didn't even get me a card for our first wedding anniversary!! What would you do?
435895
I would do everything in my power to work on my marriage and avoid divorce. The next special occasion, maybe mothers day, that comes up give your husband a head's up. Say something like, "mother's day is two weeks away. I'd like to go out for a nice brunch at this restaurant. I'm not sure what I'd like for a gift, maybe some flowers or maybe we could go to the store together so we could pick out something together." Then make some reservations and let him know when it's time to go shopping.\n\nMaybe your husband is going through tough times at work, not feeling well or something else is making him preocuppied. Counseling can help. So can having fun together. Try to find a sitter and go out some. Your feelings aren't unusual. It happens a lot. The new baby has taken a lot of time and attention. \n\nI'd watch pouring out my heart to a colleague. That's the way affairs start. A woman usually get emotionally attached then physically. Try confiding in a woman friend instead and steering clear of your colleague. It will help you, your husband and your precious baby. I wish you the best.
154499
Usually my husband and I exchange small gifts and cards...this year we've already arranged for a babysitter and will be spending the night just hanging out together without any little girls screaming or crying. I like spending time alone with my husband more than anything so try just making a "date" with your boyfriend and maybe get cards and a movie you will both like (preferrably one neither of you have seen or one you both love)
881704
Hi\n\nI think it's really lovely to give and receive personalised and hand made cards.\n\nYou could use:\n\nOne look\nOne smile\nOne touch\nOne embrace\nOne kiss\nOne love\nTwo people\nTwo minds\nTwo souls\nTwo destinies\nOne road\nOne journey\nOne ending\nTogether.\n\nCongratulations on celebrating your first anniversary - may the next year be as wonderful as the last and may each year strengthen your love for each other.\n\nGod bless!\n\nx
976552
Many couples give each other wedding gifts.  It's sort of a little "cute" thing to do, special between the bride and groom.  \n\nIt's hard to make direct suggestions based on what you said in your question.  I would probably suggest something personal.  Something between just the 2 of you.  Maybe a framed scrapbook page with small keepsakes and pictures of your favorite time together. Or maybe research where you are going on your honeymoon and get a gift card or make a home-made coupon for a store he would like to visit (like cigars or a museum) while honeymooning.  Give it to him before the wedding and tell him you wanted him to have something special from your future together.  \n\nThere are lots of options.  You could do so many things.  If buying is easier for you (because being a bride to be is very consuming) try www.redenvelope.com, or www.uncommongoods.com.  Both are very fun and very swanky!  Easy to find for the hard to buy for!
191027
start involving him more in the family get togethers.  On the other hand, I'm all for the family card and I'd be interested in hearing their side of the story.  Sometimes parents see what we can't because we are blinded by love:)
423623
Your first anniversary should be very special and it is paper....so I would recommend for you to write her a letter on how your first year of marriage has meant to you and maybe enclose that in a gift you have for her.
883545
My family is going through some financial strains this holiday season, so I told my husband not to buy me any gifts. He agreed. I immediately felt disappointed, and I imagined Christmas morning with no gift under the tree -- how sad I would feel. I wish I had suggested a dollar limit, even if it was just $10 or $20. I would have been quite happy with a DVD, book or a music CD. Just a little something to celebrate the love. Thanks for asking the question. It got me to own up to my true feelings. I think I'll let my husband know what they are and make my suggestion of a limit. :-)
359136
If you don't have the moola, you can still have a great evening.  My boyfriend once took me on a late day picnic.  He had made simple things but all which I had mentionned I like.  He wrote me a wonderful card and then he sent me a treasure hunt around his house for a surprise (for me it was earrings but you can use anything cute that you know he likes).  I think if most of your effort go into planning, he will definately see it and enjoy it.  Happy anniversary!
566031
I'm 23, married for 2 years and still waiting for that special Valentine's Day gift. Maybe next year..................
268132
Oh gosh, I know this may seem awful (and believe me...I was going to kill him at the time). It was 2 years ago and my boy friend and I were exchanging gifts on our 2 year anniversary. I got him a nice watch and he handed me a box and some jewelry cleaner. Of course I got all excited and giddy because I knew there was an engagement ring in the box. I opened it and guess what...a 25 cent ring from a gumball machine was in there. I was sooooooo pissed! I said that's it? And he said "YEP!" Then I said, "this is not an engagement ring?" and he said "I'm not ready to get married yet!" I was so mad I was about to cry. He let me think like this for about 2 hours and then he saw me cry. He said "I CAN'T TAKE IT NO MORE!!! KELLY OPEN UP THE JEWELRY CLEANER!!" I did and there was the real ring. He then got down on one knee and said "I was trying to be romantic but I screwed things up, I love you and I am sorry, will you marry me?" I wanted to kill him then but now I laugh at it. We are getting married in May! :)
661958
It is all about trust...do you trust him??? If so..then why worry!! Go have a good time with your friends(dinner, movie..or day of beauty w/ lunch). If you don't , well then your relationship is headed for the rocks. You are not a married couple , or engaged so it could very well be a matter of budget.\nNOTE: When we got married we paid for our own reception and were on a tight budget...had to cut our "guest list". There were no hurt feelings...people understood and sent their blessings.
439672
Due to new laws, many companies will not take a card in someone else's name, your husband, parents or otherwise. Your best option is to have him open the account and call the company and add you as a registered user.
610763
Myh husband and I went to an extremely romantic, restraunt.  I loved it cause it was small and quaint yet upscale...it was great.  Afterwards, we went to a nice bed and breakfast.  We ate our cake we froze for a year (surprisinly not that bad).  It was a nice get away & fun.  The dinner  was a special treat cause we can't afford to go to expensive restraunts...our anniversary is the only time of the year we splurge for it.  Whatever you do, make it about the 2 of you...remember your wedding day and the great reasons you love each other and got married!
243189
Did you not call him to remind him?? Most men forget birthdays! I dont think they do it on purpose.  I know married men who forget their wives birthdays.  I dont think it is a case of you not being important at all..I think he genuinly forgot.  And yes women are different to men.  Women mark things in diaries..men just dont bother!
494992
We don't have cell phones, but I check his mail. It is not to be nosy, I just take care of all things financial. Now.... once there was this letter in a chick's handwriting when we were first married, no return address... Oh yeah I opened it, I was so angry. Turned out to be a thank you card from his friend's wife for being the best man in their wedding, he never got that card. I didn't want him to know that I snooped that much. That being said personal should be just that, personal and private, but sometimes you just can't resist the urge.
427854
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.
899578
Your explanation is very poorly explained & spelled.  Maybe he doesn't want you to have those things, & that is okay.  Digital cameras are very expensive.  Why do you think that he has to give you something?  I do hope that he at least acknowledged your day.  I suggest that you just get over it.  Tell him how you feel, & do it nicely.