Unwanted gifts - awkward arn't they ?

[Easy 10]

Am I mean and ungrateful ?

I got home from work last night, and the missus cheerfully handed me a bag and said "I bought you a little present in Brighton today". Inside the bag was a 'casual' England shirt, with a slightly dodgy not-quite-right 3 Lions England badge on the front. On the back was a number 7, with the words "Official Crew" in an arc where the players name would go. I initially tried to look pleased and grateful, and I thanked her for it, but she could tell I didn't really like it and got a bit huffy. So I was honest and said that I thought it was a bit crap, but thanks anyway. I'm hoping she'll take it back today and get a refund. I mean what the hell does "Official Crew" mean anyway ? And why have it emblazoned on the back of a football shirt ? The number 7 was presumably in deference to the England captain, but whilst I recognise him as a fine player and wish him well in the forthcoming tournament, I have no wish to directly affiliate myself with him through my clothing.

Perhaps a swift five across the eyes would have been a more appropriate way of dealing with her, as this would probably have reduced the liklihood of a recurrence of this unfortunate episode. But I'm too soft for my own good I suppose, so she could well end up exchanging it for somethig else I don't like.

Was I too passive ? How would YOU have handled this situation ?

 

[Wardy]

I would have said thanks worn it out for a walk and got it covered in oil.

 

[Napper]

shagged her and used it as a spunk rag

 

[Lokki 7]

I like you missus Easy, she sounds like my mum.

 

[Starry]

Aww. You should have feigned your happiness at the gift and just worn it around the house/washing the car/gardening.

I, however, know better than to buy unexpected items of clothing for Mr Starry. I bought him a very lovely shirt about six years ago that caused world war three in our house. I've not bought him one item of clothing since. That shirt is still hanging with its tags on in the wardrobe.

 

[Barrel of Fun]

A swift response should have been, one of sheer delight followed by an email from an alias within the next day or two asking for a return of all shirts, due to a production fault and potential health hazard.


She feels guilty that she could have harmed you - Win!
You offer to take it back - she is extremely grateful - Win!

 

[Kinky Gerbil]

If only it wasa breakable - the wind really can catch unwanted glasses and mugs.

 

[Pavilionaire]

I entirely understand your position Easy.

My good lady wife was intimating that my 6-week old son Jake might be getting me some sort of England shirt for Father's Day, just before I jet off to the World Cup. However, there's a world of difference between "some sort of England shirt" and an official home or away top.

In your position I would have accepted the top with good grace, as I fully expect one England shirt to be insufficient because of all the beer, crisps and champagne that will be spilt over the duration of the tournament.

Treat her gift as a back-up, the sort of garment you can wear ironically as you cheer on Poland vs Germany, whilst keeping the offical one pristine for the England matches.

 

[Lush]

I think the nice bit about getting a present is that someone has actually thought about you, gone out to the shops or ordered something for you, has parted with their hard-earned cash and is looking forward to seeing you be pleased about it.

Otherwise you might as well order your own presents from a catalogue.

I'd give her a big kiss and say how great it was that she'd bought you a gift - without focussing too much on whether or not you liked the gift itself.

 

[sunshine]

wear it during the wc indoors only to keep her happy. when the wc is over ditch it and she won't mention it again until england play again in the euro's... 2years time

 

[Napper]

I think the nice bit about getting a present is that someone has actually thought about you, gone out to the shops or ordered something for you, has parted with their hard-earned cash and is looking forward to seeing you be pleased about it.

Otherwise you might as well order your own presents from a catalogue.

I'd give her a big kiss and say how great it was that she'd bought you a gift - without focussing too much on whether or not you liked the gift itself.

that is actually spot on and brought a tear to my eye

 

[dougdeep]

I think the nice bit about getting a present is that someone has actually thought about you, gone out to the shops or ordered something for you, has parted with their hard-earned cash and is looking forward to seeing you be pleased about it.

Otherwise you might as well order your own presents from a catalogue.

I'd give her a big kiss and say how great it was that she'd bought you a gift - without focussing too much on whether or not you liked the gift itself.

You're very sweet Lush.

 

[Lokki 7]

OR... you could get 6 of your England watching mates to buy the exact same shirt. That way you could all wear them and watch England games together, calling your little gang the"Official Crew 7". Problem solved!

 

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It's the thought that counts and all that

 

[Uncle Spielberg]

You ungrateful bastard

 

[Uncle Buck]

OR... you could get 6 of your England watching mates to buy the exact same shirt. That way you could all wear them and watch England games together, calling your little gang the"Official Crew 7". Problem solved!

I think the fact that in total 7 of them are needed might be an issue.

 

[Wardy]

I think the fact that in total 7 of them are needed might be an issue.

Friends or shirts?

 

[Pavilionaire]

I'm an accountant and in my practice 6 mates plus the host = 7 people.

 

[Uncle Buck]

Friends or shirts?

You decide....

 

[Lokki 7]

I think the fact that in total 7 of them are needed might be an issue.

That's true, a cool shirt like that will be sold out by now. Luckily I bought mine AGES ago.