scrappinghappy
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Post by scrappinghappy on Dec 15, 2021 16:09:50 GMT
I have SO much going on right now... Mom is in hospital, has been there 28 days now, and today I speak with hospice My sister went into hospital today for her last chemo treatment, which is so toxic they keep her in hospital for observation until it had left her system, so 3-4 days. Not sure mom will make it. I am planning my daughter's wedding, in another city, to take place in less than 4 months. And here is where I need some help... My son and hi SO just moved to NYC and I need a house warming gift. I already sent an Instant Pot - their request - but I would love to send them a poster or piece of art for their walls. (it was their original request until they decided they needed the IP more). So what I am looking for is something that reflects their interests. They are math and computer science nerds (both work in the field) and love to play strategy puzzle games like MIT's Puzzle hunt: www.mit.edu/~puzzle/nexthunt.html. My son loves algorithms, his SO loves robotics and programming. Thanks in advance for any help |
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Post by FrozenPea on Dec 15, 2021 16:17:54 GMT
No advice but just wanted to send you a hug for all that you are going through. ❤️
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Post by mollycoddle on Dec 15, 2021 16:19:28 GMT
There is an email in your link. Why not email and see if someone can help you? You have nothing to lose.
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J u l e e
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Post by J u l e e on Dec 15, 2021 17:00:22 GMT
I’m sorry you are going through so much right now. That’s an awful lot to handle.
Google images for the Fibonacci Sequence. There are beautiful examples of it reflected in nature they might like. You could probably order a print to frame if it seems like something they may like as art.
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Post by peace on Dec 15, 2021 17:10:11 GMT
I don't know if they have anything cool enough for you BUT- I have found some really unique gifts from Uncommon Goodsmaybe they'll have something that would work- |
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Post by anniebeth24 on Dec 15, 2021 17:12:52 GMT
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Post by kiera on Dec 15, 2021 17:40:57 GMT
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Post by SockMonkey on Dec 15, 2021 17:44:03 GMT
I have SO much going on right now... Mom is in hospital, has been there 28 days now, and today I speak with hospice My sister went into hospital today for her last chemo treatment, which is so toxic they keep her in hospital for observation until it had left her system, so 3-4 days. Not sure mom will make it. I am planning my daughter's wedding, in another city, to take place in less than 4 months. And here is where I need some help... My son and hi SO just moved to NYC and I need a house warming gift. I already sent an Instant Pot - their request - but I would love to send them a poster or piece of art for their walls. (it was their original request until they decided they needed the IP more). So what I am looking for is something that reflects their interests. They are math and computer science nerds (both work in the field) and love to play strategy puzzle games like MIT's Puzzle hunt: www.mit.edu/~puzzle/nexthunt.html. My son loves algorithms, his SO loves robotics and programming. Thanks in advance for any help My IT geek husband loves stuff like this: www.etsy.com/search?q=schematics%20artHe's a Mac nerd and I got him one of the OG Macintosh computer and he loves it. |
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Post by hopemax on Dec 15, 2021 20:31:35 GMT
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maryannscraps
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Post by maryannscraps on Dec 15, 2021 20:40:56 GMT
I'd try a museum gift shop - maybe a science museum?
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Post by scrapcat on Dec 15, 2021 21:03:42 GMT
Sorry for all that you are dealing with. Wondering if you could find something at PopChart? They have modern, infographic type posters. I believe there are some math/science based type themes. popchart.co/ |
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Post by scrapmaven on Dec 15, 2021 21:31:12 GMT
Unfortunately, I am not sure what to suggest. You have so much on your plate right now and I want to add my thoughts for your sister that this treatment is easier than expected and that your mom's passing is peaceful. I am so sorry. Things are bittersweet right now.
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Post by Delta Dawn on Dec 15, 2021 21:36:29 GMT
My son and Ddil like Takashi Murakami prints. They got a huge one when he had an exhibit here that they attended. It might be totally wrong for them, though.
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Post by lisae on Dec 15, 2021 23:31:02 GMT
I may be out of line with this but a someone who lost their mother earlier this year and didn't have nearly as many other things going on as you do, I'm just going to say it.
If it brings you joy to give the gift, by all means give them a gift. However, if you are doing this in any way because you think you need to, you don't. You have way too much on your plate - both active items and emotional toll - and from what you are saying, more is to come with your mom. You've already given them a gift.
Your family will understand if you don't do everything you might normally do. There will be plenty of time for focusing on your son later on.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 17, 2021 23:14:43 GMT
scrappinghappy : Oh my gosh, you do have a lot going on. Prayers to your sister. I hope that it goes easier than you think. Prayers to your mom with Hospice. I found them to be very honest and helpful to us all. Praying that your mom has some quality time left and that she's not in pain. NYC!!?? How cool. I wish I could be back in my beloved NY. You'll come up with something great!! DH had 2 original Peter Max paintings that I had properly framed for him. One of them had his signature in a few spots along with the date. I found out that it makes it worth less. Not sure what I'll do with them, but DH was friends with Peter Max back in the late 60's. Pretty cool. DH did his print work at his dad's photography studio. I realize that you're speaking about something that's out of my realm though. Good luck in choosing the appropriate gift. It's nice to have a happy occasion to look forward To!! Xo
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