Short and Simple You're the best. So grateful for you. Yay for you! You're a really great human. You deserve all the nice things. Spend it on something you love! Just a little something from me to you. Get whatever you want!
Express Joy: ``I'm so happy to give you this!'' Share the Thought Behind the Gift: ``I saw this and thought of you because...'' Wish Them Happiness: ``I hope this brings you as much joy as you bring to my life.'' Encourage Enjoyment: ``I hope you enjoy it!'' Keep it Simple: ``Just a little something for you.''
Be Direct but Casual: Start with a friendly tone. You might say something like, ``Hey, I was thinking about getting (specific gift) for my birthday, and I'd love it if we could all chip in together.'' Explain Why: Share why you want the gift and why you think it's a great idea for everyone to contribute.
Be Direct but Polite: Simply express your desire for the gift in a straightforward manner. You might say something like, ``I've been thinking about my birthday gift, and I would really love (specific gift).'' Explain Why You Want It: Share why the gift is meaningful to you.
Put it in writing. Include a note explaining to attendees that if they plan to give a gift, a contribution to your child's future education would be perfect. Be sure to explain how to contribute to your child's 529 account in the invitation as well.
A gift card for these folks can come across as especially helpful and, along with one of these messages, meaningful, too. Just a little something to say I'm thinking of you. This comes with all my best thoughts for your recovery. Hope this helps bring a smile to your day. You deserve all the feel-good you can get.
Short and Simple You're the best. So grateful for you. Yay for you! You're a really great human. You deserve all the nice things. Spend it on something you love! Just a little something from me to you. Get whatever you want!
Express Joy: ``I'm so happy to give you this!'' Share the Thought Behind the Gift: ``I saw this and thought of you because...'' Wish Them Happiness: ``I hope this brings you as much joy as you bring to my life.'' Encourage Enjoyment: ``I hope you enjoy it!'' Keep it Simple: ``Just a little something for you.''