I just bought Spore on disc, forgetting completely that my disc drive is broken. The case has been opened and the game is now non-returnable. What are my options?
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posted by arcticwoman
on Sep 8, 2008 -
22 answers
Two weeks after my girlfriend treated me to the most thoughtfully-indulgent birthday weekend imaginable, I broke up with her. Just a week has passed since we went our separate ways, but that means two weeks until what would have been our three-year anniversary and three weeks until her birthday, upon which I would otherwise be reciprocating her generosity. Is there anything I can do or say or give to mark the occasion appropriately?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 1, 2008 -
45 answers
Help me find a birthday gift for my sister, who was recently hired as fashion designer...
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posted by OLechat
on Sep 1, 2008 -
3 answers
My nephews have some numerically coincidental birthdays coming up, anyone have any clever ideas that we can use for the occasion?
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posted by Kimothy
on Aug 25, 2008 -
6 answers
Buffy Birthday Gift Filter: Ack! I got my dates mixed up, and my friend's birthday is this Saturday, not next! Help me think of Buffy The Vampire Slayer themed (not necessarily branded) gift ideas. Looking for stuff that'd be easy to find in the next day or so. Here's what I've got planned so far...
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posted by aristan
on Aug 14, 2008 -
31 answers
My wife's battled depression for a while, and though she rallied and had a decent few months, she plunged back into the depths of it for the few weeks around her recent birthday (which seems to happen every year, but this year was the worst yet). She had us cancel any birthday plans, cake, etc -- didn't even want anybody to say "happy birthday". After asking a few times and receiving this same answer, I went along with it; it was
her birthday, after all. Her mood has lifted since then, but she still doesn't want her presents -- says to return everything, and shuts down when I bring up the subject. Fine, I can return them, except for one, a custom order meant as a present from our four-year-old (call her "Olivia"): a set of coasters printed with Olivia's scanned artwork. What do I do with them?
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posted by UtterlyDrained
on Aug 11, 2008 -
65 answers
I had a shitty birthday today that seemed to confirm all my suspicions about my friendships, and my life in general, and now I'm not sure how to rebound.
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posted by Ash3000
on Aug 10, 2008 -
68 answers
[KaraokeFilter] Karaoke night tonight and one of the group has a birthday at midnight. Help me find something special to sing!
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posted by strangememes
on Aug 8, 2008 -
13 answers
It's my friends birthday tomorrow, and she's extremely low on cash and trying to figure out if there are any decent places (hopefully better then Denny's) around Oakland/Berkeley that give out free or greatly discounted food on birthdays. Any suggestions?
posted by meowN
on Aug 6, 2008 -
6 answers
As a Dad I want to get something very special for my daughters first birthday. I've found
some answers but nothing that quite hits it as these are for nephews/cousins/friends
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posted by rus
on Jul 31, 2008 -
18 answers
Chicago hive: any ideas for a 40th birthday celebration that includes dinner on a Saturday night for about a dozen people but is more fun than just doing dinner?
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posted by slo
on Jul 16, 2008 -
4 answers
How can I help my parents celebrate their 30th anniversary of emigrating to Canada from Britain?
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posted by krunk
on Jul 13, 2008 -
8 answers
I'm moving to san francisco, where I don't know anyone yet, right before my 21st birthday. Any meaningful/memorable ways to celebrate by myself?
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posted by acidic
on Jun 25, 2008 -
12 answers
GirlfriendFilter: What should my almost-but-not-quite girlfriend of two months and I do to celebrate her birthday?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 22, 2008 -
5 answers
Best day spa near Bayside, NY? For my grandmother who just turned 90!
posted by joshuaconner
on Jun 20, 2008 -
2 answers
Birthday gift recommendations: this will be the last birthday before he starts getting Father's day presents too.
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posted by penciltopper
on Jun 19, 2008 -
5 answers
I'm looking for gift ideas for my daughter's sixteenth birthday. She's not into the traditional Sweet 16 routine but still, I feel like the gift has to be more significant than a regular old B-day gift. About her: musical hippie type (has good guitar and equipment already), California girl relocated to Moscow Idaho two years ago; mellow, sweet girl. ANY ideas greatly appreciated.
posted by knolan
on May 27, 2008 -
26 answers
I'm looking for a good deli that delivers in Los Angeles, Beachwood Canyon to be precise. I need a website or very patient people.
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posted by arha
on May 27, 2008 -
7 answers
My friend is getting her molars removed on her birthday - what can we do to make it better?
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posted by brittanyq
on May 19, 2008 -
18 answers
Next Sunday is my friends son's 1st birthday, what can I get the little tyke that would be a great gift for about $50, it hopefully would be something that is not a stuffed animal, that will last until the time he has the ability to remember it.
posted by kanemano
on May 12, 2008 -
27 answers
My wife's birthday is May 18th (not this Sunday but next). I have gotten her a Mac laptop. I should receive it today via Fedex. Should I give it to her this weekend or wait until the official day? We don't have a party planned, ie it'll be just us. I could give it to her early and give her smaller gifts (e.g. a music CD) on the 18th. or I could wait ....
posted by allelopath
on May 8, 2008 -
22 answers
I am throwing my first birthday party ever, for my pre-teen niece. Needless to say, I'm completely out of touch when it comes to kids' birthday parties (having not attended any since the 1980s) and don't know what's considered typical and usual. Please share your experiences and advice.
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posted by parilous
on May 6, 2008 -
20 answers
Help me plan my 30th birthday
Unlike previous ask MeFi's I don't want to go away. I have travelled so much lately that I'm considering staying at home. My birthday is also a holiday (day after Christmas) so it's near impossible to get people together for a party. How can I celebrate this milestone in a low key way, and make it a day to remember?
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posted by wingless_angel
on Apr 29, 2008 -
6 answers
What is an appropriate birthday gift to give to someone you've only just started dating?
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posted by blithely
on Apr 26, 2008 -
28 answers
My kid is going to be six next month and he wants a party. We are very short on cash. Suggestions?
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posted by maryh
on Apr 19, 2008 -
42 answers
Help me think of a kickass gift for my grandmother's 100th (!!!) birthday.
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posted by doift
on Apr 17, 2008 -
19 answers
Can you please suggest simple pranks, stunts, and tricks that fall under the category of "physical challenges"? For example: Offer 2 kids a piece of newspaper, and challenge them to find a way for both to stand on the paper at the same time, without ripping it, such that neither kid is able to touch the other.
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posted by chr1sb0y
on Apr 14, 2008 -
12 answers
Unique gift ideas for surprise birthday/care package for female friend in the UK for under $50 (not including shipping)?
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posted by swiffa
on Apr 10, 2008 -
3 answers
I need a venue for a 4 year old's birthday party in Seattle.
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posted by dw
on Apr 2, 2008 -
10 answers
Birthday party etiquette question: Would it be in bad taste to invite my son's preschool classmates to his fifth birthday party?
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posted by LoriFLA
on Mar 26, 2008 -
18 answers
I'd like to buy my one year old nephew some Plan City cars for his birthday - will he choke to death?
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posted by chickaboo
on Mar 24, 2008 -
9 answers
I have a birthday coming up and I want to get friends together to do something besides a house party or going to the bars. I've done karaoke for my birthday in the past. Any suggestions? I want to keep it small this year, probably around 10 people and ideally it would be something where one could drink or at least go to the bars later in the evening. Also, looking for something on the night of March 28 or 29.
posted by Falconetti
on Mar 23, 2008 -
7 answers
I'm planning a birthday which I celebrate enthusiatically only once every 7 or so years...anyways...I'm planning on baking lots of sweet things and feeding all my friends. I need to start baking early to get it all done and would like suggestions for small(portioned) sweet treats that can be made in advance and transported easily.
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posted by beckish
on Mar 19, 2008 -
19 answers
What activities, in or around Boston, would create an amazing birthday evening for my delightfully nerdy, almost-27-year-old boyfriend?
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posted by evalenza
on Mar 18, 2008 -
26 answers
A friend and I are turning 23 this weekend. We're making a pinata! What should we fill it with?
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posted by troika
on Mar 18, 2008 -
36 answers
What are some creative, gaggy/silly birthday gifts with the number "60" in them?
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posted by mrhaydel
on Mar 17, 2008 -
8 answers
It is my dad’s 70th birthday in a couple of days, and I need to buy him something super, tomorrow. But it’s severely complicated by my dad’s hard-to-buy-for-ness. Help me pick out the gift.
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posted by t0astie
on Mar 17, 2008 -
20 answers
Where should I spend my 30th birthday? Europe/North Africa - specific criteria inside. Tell me about your hidden travel gems!
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posted by meerkatty
on Mar 13, 2008 -
11 answers
Which of these gifts should I buy my wife for her birthday, and which for our anniversary? Alternatively, how can I make one a little more romantic?
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posted by chndrcks
on Mar 11, 2008 -
11 answers
Next Sunday is my 30th birthday. Please help me find a way to preserve a piece of each and every day from March 16th, 2008 to March 16th, 2018.
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posted by susiepie
on Mar 9, 2008 -
20 answers
