No bday prezzie from your BF. Now what?
14 May 10
Is it acceptable if your boyfriend doesn't buy you a birthday present... or does it spell the end?!
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Lesego Says:
I wouldn't really get angry because he might have his own reasons. As long as he wished me a happy birthday then it's fine. Like, honestly, material things don't say anything to me, but love does!
Chiedza Mebe Says:
I'd be very mad. To hell with him.
Abigail Says:
Uhm... I would be a little disappointed but I would understand if he couldn't but I'd give him a little bit of a hard time because the least he could do would be to get me something.
Chels Says:
I rate if we've been dating for a short while it's ok, but if it's been for a year or more, he better pray for mercy. I mean, flowers will do =)
Desiree Says:
If he doesn't get me a gift, doesn't have a reason, doesn't even bother to show that he remembered by at least saying happy birthday. Then I'll know I'm wasting my special time with a loser.
Melissa Says:
Well, it depends on how long we've been together... But some flowers or chocolates would be nice... Nothing is a little harsh.
Nomfunda Says:
I wouldn't stick around... the least he could do is buy me a birthday present!
Pearl Says:
I believe he has to have a good explanation why not... if it's good enough, then I'll forgive him... but if it's not, he will be sorry he forgot.
Robyn Says:
I guess it depends on how long we've been dating for. Although he doesn't have to buy something - he could make a cute card or pick some flowers. Giving absolutely nothing is a bit cold.
Thulie Says:
Funny I just experienced the same thing, turned 21 in November and expected a gift from my BF, nothing major. But I'm still waiting. Was a little angry that he didn't get me anything but I'm over it. Revenge is sweet.
Lesego Mphuthi Says:
It's not acceptable but I would want to know why he couldn't and if his reason is good enough, he should at least make it a little special buy giving me his favourite item.
Lize Heunis Says:
Yes,he's supposed to!
annie Says:
Don't worry dude he probably just forgot, so when its his b-day just don't give him a gift but tell him its not acceptable that he didn't give you a gift.
sabba manyara Says:
We had a lil break from each other and it happened to be my birthday in between that little break (hmmm) and when we got back together I had to remind him that he missed my bday. I was sooo ticked off!!! strike 2!
Renate Jacobs Says:
Out of experience, it sucks. It ended our relationship.
Chrissy Says:
Okay bro, there are a few things you need to understand about girls. 1: they want to feel wanted ALL OF US!!! Even tomboys! 2: Even though most girls say its ok on a blog (shows you how desperate they are) it will hurt them. 3: You need to understand that most girls seriously read in-between-the-lines so by not giving prezzies We think, "I'm nothing more than a fling, he doesn't care blah, blah, blah." Which leads to her questioning herself, and overall depression.
By just questioning buying her a prezzie shows her that your feelings are not strong for her at all.
sinazo...snashy babe Says:
I would mind, I really would. Unless he has a really good reason!
bongiwe Says:
Well I had experienced that but then as long as he said happy bday its okay, unlike forgetting it totally, cause thats what happened to me and I dumped him for that its not cool really, forgetting to buy a present for the person you say you love
Tania van schalkwyk Says:
I think there are more important things to worry about than material things like gifts on ones birthday... that so does not spell the end. And if it does for you, you are so materialistic. Quite childish to worry about gifts at that age...
elvis709 Says:
I think, that, even if it's just a kiss or something cheap, he should still give you something, its the thought that counts, right???
Nomalizo Khumalo Says:
It doesn't have to be a present, a happy birthday wish would do , but if he doesn't even say happy birthday then I would be mad because it means he has forgotten my special day.
Nkhensani Says:
I think it all depends on the kind of relationship you guys have. If you buy him presents on his birthdays surely he should follow suit. Or better yet, tell him that you want a present coming from him on your birthday i.e let him know what you expect. That way he will know that you are expecting a gift from him. Then there is always those girls who think he is going to want something back from her that she might not be able to provide. I prefer being taken out somewhere nice for my birthday. Nothing expensive though.
Anochke Schippers Says:
It does depend on how long you have been together as a couple. If you have been dating for a while and he didn't get you anything it is a sign. If he hasn't even bothered to call- KICK HIM TO THE CURB!
MaRi <3 Says:
Well, its like most of the girl said depends how long u've been going out. I mean seriously u cant expect a huuuge teddy bear at 3 months and it might even depend on the intensity of the relationship. My ex got me a small teddy for x-mas and we had only dated for a month.. So bottom line, get me a packet o'chips and a biig smooch with the words happy birthtday sweety and im a happy chappy =>
Prisca Mhlongo Says:
Hehe thats a gud question, well if ur man doesn't get u a gift then that either means he's broke and would rather cum visit you or take u for ice cream. Who knows maybe he didnt know what to get you, on the other hand if he doesn't call, get a present or take u out and just says happy bday when he sees you, then you know that means trouble.
Micaela Says:
it's totally okay, as long as he wishes you a happy birthday, and doesn't ditch you for his friends on your special day, i wouldn't hold it against him if he doesn't buy you something. (=
happiness Says:
I love presents but if my BF doesn't get me a present its okay the first time, bt the second time then there's trouble. But guess what, its really important is that he remembers my BDAY.
*Nands* Says:
Shame! Give the guy a break! You're lucky he even rememberd! If it was me I'd take him to the mall and we can shop 4 a prezzie together, or just go get a dvd and snuggle at home with some hot milo and my guy! What better gift can you get???
Candice Ramroop Says:
Hmmm I don’t think I would be upset. There would be so many reasons why he didn’t get me something: maybe he was broke, or he didn’t know what to get me, maybe he wanted to take me out instead. I really wouldn’t be upset. My bf and I are very close and if he didn’t get me anything he would obviously be honest and tell me why, and I would be understanding.
Daniel Schutte Says:
there are soooooo many reasons why he didnt get you a gift iv never forgotten my gf's bday and i know what she likes but sometimes its damn hard to know what she wants and also sometimes i dont have the cash to get it so il make her a card. some guys just dont want to put in the effort so dont get mad hes probably got a great reason
brittany gunter Says:
Today is my Birthday and me and bill have been dateing for almost 3 yrs. Its almost 8 and he hasnt got me anything yet. I love him so much but it hurts soo bad, I was wondering how to tell him it how bad it makes me feel? I spend like 200 on his b day and just dont get it. Its not like he doesnt have the money and cant figure out what to get me. I would be happy with a rose. how do i tell him? any suggestions? brittanybill12@yahoo.com . Thanks BG
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