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valentines day for a soldier
Hello my husband is in Afghanistan and this is going to be our first valentines day apart. I'm clueless on what i should send him for valentines day. I want to send him something cute and a gift but he's very picky and only really likes certain things. I know im going to send him a card with my perfume on it, a box of chocolates but i think there should be something more but i have no idea what. Any suggestions? Thanks
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I would suggest that you not get chocolates for him, as they may not survive the trip. I had a friend in Afghanistan, and his wife sent him chocolates. He opened a box of tasty little puddles. I bet he'd really appreciate homemade cookies, though! And any non-chocolate candies or treats that he loves.
What about a photo keychain or a digital photo frame? You could fill it up with pictures from home. Or you can go old-school and make up a photo album or scrapbook for him.
I also saw this, and thought it would be a fantastic idea:
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There are some things you won't be able to send: no sexy pictures (it's against Afghanistan law), no alcohol and nothing flammable. Also, no pork products.
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I too would like to add my thanks for your husbands service and to you for the sacrifice that you are making.
Having served in the military myself so many years ago the one thing I missed was life back home. I missed hearing peoples voices. Yes we had tape recorders but they were expensive. Today many people have video recorders and many people have laptops. Even if your husband does not have a laptop I'm sure someone in his company does.
What I'm suggesting is, if you do not own one rent a video CD Camera, and make a recording of what your typical day is back home. Of course if you have children makes sure they are featured prominently in the video. If his parents are alive and live close by make sure you include them as well. Again if you have children include pictures of tucking them into bed and them include a very private message to him as to how much you miss him and what is waiting for him when he gets home.
It may not seem like much but it may mean lot to him. You can always send him a care package from home. Letters are just words on a piece of paper a video takes those same words and puts a face and action to them. What may seem like just another boring day to you without your husband could mean a whole lot to him especially if it includes people and places he cherishes the most.
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First off, I'd like to thank your husband for his service to our country. I'm sure it is difficult to be apart and I'm glad you are thinking of him and want to make his Valentine's Day special:)
Perhaps you could send him his favorite things, like foods, magazines, or movies, that he can't get in Afghanistan. That shows you know him well.
You could also get him gifts that are cute but entertaining.
I really like this puzzle idea! It's fun and you can personalize it with your message. That website also has a version of monopoly you can personalize to make it romantic, or a rubix cube with your picture on it. This will give him something fun to do and make him think about you.
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I like the idea of getting him something soft and cuddly on Valentine's Day, even if he might be a macho solider type :P At Build-A-Bear you can make a bear and dress it in any type of military uniform, and even record a message that he can hear. This way he can hear your voice whenever he wants.
You could get him one of the calendars where you rip off each page to reveal the next day, and place a message on each of the days. Maybe a little story, or an 'I miss you', or a compliment. He can count down the days with you in mind.
You could write a little story, describing your first date or a 'fairy tale' inspired by your marriage. Include pictures and little jokes to make it funny. You two can day dream together about your memories even though you are miles apart.
Lastly, I would load it up with lots of fun candy, confetti, and decorations. You want it to feel like you've brought the party to him. It might seem a little overboard, but the more special the better in my opinion!
What he will love the best is a heartfelt card, which you've already thought of.
I hope you have a good holiday and get to see your husband soon. Best of luck!
-Abby
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Your husband may be picky, However across the United States and far away from his wife I think he would be happy to hear from you and appreciate anything you send him.
You could also add a picture of the two of you, I'm sure he would like the gift you are going to send out. Remember, It doesn't have to be anything big it is the thought that counts and they say a picture says a thousand words.
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