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Posted By: Lisa on 2007-11-26
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What is an appropriate gift ( reasonable ) to give a doctor's office that has a ton of employees ( I am an IC)? I feel I should give them something since I do appreciate the work, but do not want to spend a ton of $$. Thanks


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Go to Hometown Favorites.com - neat stuff!
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I received a very nice tote bag with the Transolutions' logo with a very nice card.  The bag has lots of pockets--love it!  Happy MT Week! 
Did u get a gift?
I didn't. I guess technically we're not entitled to getting anything but it still would have been nice to get a card or something to show more appreciation for what we do. Just my thoughts. I think it depends on the size of the company.
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I scrapbook so of course I think in terms of pictures, momentos. How about a small scrabpook (4x6) filled with pics on great romantic paper. OH even has a scrapbook section. Check it out. Even if she doesn't scrap, you can buy kits that include everything you need and then put it together adding a few personal touches like journaling.
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When my husband returned from overseas I brought him a coffee cup filled with chocolate candies. The cup had an American flag on it. And a nice card. He really isn't going to be interested in the gift, so a token gift would be plenty. Enjoy your reunion!
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I give my doctors cookie trays.  Somebody else suggested poinsettas.
Each day is a gift

and I do not say that lightly because my last week or so has sucked big-time donkey eggs. I said to my hubby this morning "Okay, honey, I'm leaving for the office now." He looked at me and cracked up because I was standing in the hallway in what he calls my "fart sack" a giant, several-sizes-too-big flannel nightgown. My kids are both home sick with mono and getting them through final exams and everything is going to be a challenge. The flip side of that is how lucky I am to work from home so that I can oversee their recovery and still earn a paycheck. I've resolved to try to find the silver lining in every cloud today.


By the way, those of you who saw my most on the gab board about DH's cellulitis, it seems to have miraculously started clear. I'm not getting cocky yet because he still has a pocket of infection near the top of his scar but he might be okay!


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When my neighbors watch my cat while we're on vacation, I usually also get something from the place I visited.
thank you gift

We recently had a family reunion on my husband's side, hosted on 2 different days by 2 different cousins.  We want to send them both a nice gift for their gracious hosting.  Both families are in their 40s/50s, husband and wife.  Thanks for any ideas.


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I have sent a basket that has different cheeses, sausages and the mix.. You can get those pretty reasonable. I think the name of the place is Figi's?
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I got the BEST Mother's Day gift!

Back in December I had a car accident.  I was POURING rain and the woman in front of me slammed on her brakes rather suddenly.  I hit my brakes, but I guess because of all the water on the road I didn't stop, I slid and hit her. 


Her car had very little damage, if any.  My car (Dodge Stratus) had about $1000.00 worth of damage to the front end.  The airbags did not deploy though because it was a very low impact accident.


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My car has been sitting at a body shop since December waiting to be repaired.  The estimate was $900.00 to replace the hood, headlights, and pull the engine forward as the accident had pushed it back some and clamed the radiator hose shut and the fans weren't turning either.  The estimate did not include painting.


I have not been able to afford getting my car repaired yet.  I have been driving an old piece of junk that my parents have sitting at their house as a "back up" vehicle for emergencies.  It burns oil like the dickens, smokes like crazy, no air conditioning (in NC that is critical), and drinks gas like its going out of style.


Yesterday my son and I went to my parents house for lunch.  I pulled in the driveway, AND THERE SAT MY CAR!!!!!!  I swear to you, I cried.  I couldn't believe my eyes.  They had had it repaired and painted.  Well, they painted the new hood and the front fenders.  The fenders didn't have any damage, but they did it in order to blend the paint.  It looks increadibly good.  I can't even tell any difference between the new paint and the "old paint".


They also took it to Stanley Steemer and had the interior steam cleaned.  When they did that, they also cleaned the motor, so it looks brand new.  The only thing left is getting a new front bumper.  It has a couple of cracks in it up where the hood and the bumper meet.  But the body shop could not find a used bumper for it and to replace it with a new one would cost $900.00 by itself.  So, we will be looking out for a used bumper and when we find one we will have the bumper replaced and have the entire car painted.  I can wait for that though.  I am just so thrilled to have my car back!!!  No more piece of junk for me!


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MT Week Gift
On Saturday I received a very nice tri-fold tool kit (in pink no less) in a box with the company logo on it.  It is full of useful small tools and came with a note of appreciation.  I thought that was a rather considerate gesture of recognition. 
what a nice gift on MT day !!!!

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Gift website
Here's a neat website with a Wizard for gift ideas for just about any occasion.

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding!

http://www.findgift.com/Services/Gift-Ideas/
DH anniversary gift

One year my sister had some very beautiful "beaudoir" photos taken that she gave her husband for an anniversary gift and he was nuts about them.  They were all taken by a very reputable photographer, all the shots were tasteful and nothing X-rated was exposed or showing.  One showed her very covered up with a red feather boa, you could see her bare shoulders and her bare legs, but not much else; another showed her kneeling in an unmade bed covered in all the important places by a sheet.  She had 4 taken in different poses and different settings.  They were some of the best photos I've ever seen of her.  They hung them in their bedroom so that they were kept private, but they were beautiful enough and tasteful enough that she showed them to family and close friends.  From what her photographer said, quite a few women have this type of photo taken for their significant others.  Just another idea to ponder.  :)


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We'd like a way to say thanks in a different and unique way, other than the traditional fruit/snack basket, and this is just not my strong suit.  We feel that plenty of people will complain about bad service, but sometimes we forget to reward the great service or the extra effort, and this vet hospital has done that and more. 


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Was a Xmas gift so not sure where they got it....sm
I would image any office supply store or back speciality store in your area would have them.
wedding gift
I need some ideas please.  I have a very close friend who is getting married for the third time, and this will be the second marriage for her fiance.  Of course, they have everything they need, and probably more.  But I don't want to go to her wedding empty-handed.  I'd like to get her something nice, even if just a little something, so does anyone have any ideas?  Thanks very much.
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Gift certificate
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gift idea
Restaurant gift certificate.
Gift inside

For anyone who wants to be proactive in their career/success, check this out--click on the video clip from the CMT: 


http://www.mtmonthly.com/medicaltranscriptionnews.htm 



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Sees candy is wonderful---sees.com.  Available in California for sure, maybe Nevada or Arizona but very good.  Also, what about getting some of the coffee to go from Starbucks or a place like that delivered once a month?  OR just bring in a tray of treats and some coffee brewed from your favorite coffee place such as Starbucks or the many others out there.
Gift for client
What have you given to your client(s) for a gift at the holiday season?
GIFT CARD
It is a slap in the face! What is $5 going to buy you at Wal-Mart? They could have sent you at least $25. They should be ashamed.



If she reads get her a gift card for
Barnes and Noble or your local bookstore.  I get one every year for Barnes and Noble and it's my favorite gift.  If I don't feel like going out, I can order what I want on the net with the card.
One gift per wedding per spouse.

You do not have to buy a gift for this and that and the other.  ONE GIFT.  No more.  Oh, and you have a full year from the official date of the wedding to get them something.


Shoot, I cut my brother off after his third wedding (to three different women).  I'm not buying him any more wedding presents ever.  LOL  Especially, now that he's on his third divorce.


Thank you MTStars for the most wonderful gift!
Thank you, MTStars, for the gift in return for my donation to Santa's House.  That was very generous.  I am thrilled!  And also, thank you for providing us with this forum where we can receive support from our fellow MTs.  Happy Holidays to All!
MT STARS: Thank you for my lovely gift.
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I always appreciate gift certificates to restaurants.
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most impacting gift I could ever receive
My husband took my two children to the local mall where an artist scetched their portrait. He put their portrait in a beautiful frame and wrapped it for me to receive on Christmas.
To Moderator re Christmas gift
I made a small donation to MTStars Santa's House for Christmas Angels on December 19th but never received any gift.  Would you let me know the status?  Thanks.
Proscript sent out gift cards (sm)
for dinner when we caught up a new account. Our transcription director is always writing encouraging and informative memos, though I do miss Rick's unique input.
You did the right thing by giving her a gift -
Now it is up to HER to send a thank-you note. These things tend to take a while for some reason these days. Yes, I also waited a year for a note saying how much they liked receiving the gift I sent. Another bride had her notes out within a week. Just sit tight and see what happens. :-)
what about a honeymoon gift registry?

If you are planning on going on a honeymoon, most travel agencies now offer a "registry" plan where guests can make financial contributions towards your honeymoon as a gift. And the travel agency sends the guest a gift certificate so they have something to put in the wedding card. It is becoming a very popular alternative for ppl who are in the same boat as you.


Are you still planning on having a shower or are you skipping that completely since you are not registered anywhere?


Don't have one but try Spencer's Gift in the mall - sm
I am pretty sure I have seen them in there.
Thank you, ProScript, for useful MT week gift (sm)

desk clock/calendar/calculator thingie, with alarm and timer.


Too bad it doesn't have a 3-minute timer button (for those who get distracted online, to limit their search time) instead of the button for the time in Karachi.  (Look it up -- I'm so confident this service will never offshore, I can laugh about it.)


This gift has been won. Keep watching for more giveaways!
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Got a nice thank you gift from All Type.
They are very nice to us.
Thanks, Medware, for this great gift!

And thanks especially to MTStars for all you do for MTs and making MT Week so much fun!


Way to go Linda! Awesome gift!
:-)
I ment to say gift shopping. nm

one cute gift idea I saw on

the bride had a cute pair of special socks made and she had her MOH deliver them to the groom the morning of the wedding to keep him protected from getting "cold feet" It sounds silly but the presentation & creative idea of it all was actually really cute.


Another idea, this is what I'm doing for my DH, our 1 yr wedding anniversary is coming up in June. We are going away next month & I arranged for a "deluxe honeymoon" gift. When we arrive, there will be champagne & strawberries waiting in our room, we'll have two 1/2 hour spa massages together, a romantic formal dinner w/a keepsake photograph, breakfast delivered to our room one morning, and a cake & champagne celebration. Arranging something like that for when you arrive at your honeymoon is also a good idea. Congratulations on the upcoming nuptials!