My husband bought me diamond earrings and I made him return them. Yes – you read that correctly. For my birthday, I told my husband I wanted a Nook Color and what I got, instead, was something entirely different.
My anniversary – which is 7 days after my birthday- was coming up fast and I couldn’t think of anything I wanted so I told him to forget getting me a present this year.
I have three press trips coming up and Bill is going to join me on one to San Diego in a few weeks. I told him THAT would be my anniversary present since we have to pay for his ticket. He agreed and life went on.
My Husband Bought Me Diamond Earrings And I Made Him Return Them
However, when my anniversary rolled around the boy whipped out a pair of diamond earrings. A few years ago I mentioned to him that I wish I had studs to wear and he thought this would be the year to get them for me.
I took one look at them and told him to return them immediately. I am so not into jewelry. I don’t NEED real diamonds – not one of those girls. Would much rather get a pair of CZs and go on vacation!!
Bill was SHOCKED that I didn’t want them, but I can’t justify spending 4 figures on a piece of jewelry. I mean that is FREAKING INSANE!!! And it’s not even our 25th anniversary or something – it was just 9 years.
Am I crazy? Do you think it’s worth it to spend all that money on diamond studs when the fake stuff looks just as good as the real stuff? Would you rather a piece of jewelry or a vacation?
I also want to mention that I am allergic to earrings. I can’t wear them – I’ve tried every variation of gold and platinum. Puss is involved – it’s gross. (Sorry for being so visual – but I want you to know the full story). So even if I kept the earrings I would hardly ever wear them because of my allergy.
Wow!
Monday 30th of January 2012
Wow. You are crazy. My husband never buys me anything even after I have repeatedly told him that it would mean a lot to me if he bought me something. He didn't buy me anything for Valentine's Day, Christmas or our anniversary. He bought me a cheap pair of earrings on my birthday only because I complained about not getting a gift on the other days. You should have just taken them, said thank you and been grateful that he listened to what you said and got you such a nice gift.
So sorry I put up with his shit
Sunday 25th of December 2011
You are fucking nuts, lady. Try getting NOTHING for your birthday, Valentines Day or anniversary and see if you still think diamond earrings are a waste. How about a romantic gift card to the AT&T store, where I never shop anyway because anything they have, I can find cheaper somewhere else.
ALTAF
Sunday 30th of October 2011
HI
Diana
Wednesday 26th of October 2011
In my opinion you should have said, "you shouldn't have," but taken them anyway. He probably got them with much enthusiasm and probably felt hurt with you turning them down. If you want a vacation then just get a vacation for both of you next time as a gift coming from you...:)
Sherry
Monday 22nd of November 2010
I'm all about experiences over "material things". I think you made a good choice. Tell him he gets major points for being so thoughtful and generous, though. :)