china - gift for girl?
chris
Here goes. She's 19, a college girl, she likes movies, music, cartoons,
cooking, swimming, reading...
She's getting me a christmas gift.
I want to know some ideas for gifts I could get her. Perhaps something
traditional to China. A gift that she can keep, something to let her know I
thought about this, and that I am thinking about her.
Please help.
ben
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A music box or some stuff of dried flowers would be good...
All you need is an nifty idea.
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Tony Class
wrote:
Hi Chris,
I have a problem with gifts too.
While working in China I met a girl at the factory who was kinda sweet
on me.When I return in 3 weeks I would like to take a gift with me
from England (shes mad on England),but I dont know what to take,they
have so many things in China and a lot cheaper than England.Any ideas
on things not commonly found in China like chocolate,perfume etc.
She could probably do with the cash but that might be a little
insulting.
Thanx
Gary
chris
One thing I have heard, although not exactly certain, is money is sometimes
given as a holiday gift in a red envelope. I'm not sure about this, so you
might want to ask around.
I'm going to get mine flowers from www.chinaflora.com
It seems like a good idea, and the webstore can deliver them to any city in
China I believe. They have many types of bouquets for all occassions.
She is also mad about Nike clothing, so I will most likely get her something
from Nike as well.
Perfume is always good. Something personal, specific to her, or you and
her, would be greatly appreciated. She gets so happy when she finds out I
take the time to try and learn about her culture.
If she's mad about London, get her one of those resin tabletop figurines of
the Tower of London or some such. There's loads of gift ideas. If she's
into sports, there's an idea. What music does she listen to, her favorite
book, favorite time of year? All these can provide unique gift ideas.
Good luck,
Chris
Tony Class
wrote:
Thanx Chris for your help.
Whats the Chinese view of courtship/sex before mrriage etc among the
youth?Do they go out on dates?I never see many holding hands,cuddling
etc.I think we'd both like to make love but i dont know how to
approach the idea.
G
chris
cultural norms, and other factors.
I do know that in asian cultures the concepts we hold in the west aren't
exactly the same for them. They tend to display open affection less in
public. This doesn't mean they're not affectionate, just reserve their
passion for a more private setting.
I've known many sexually open Chinese women, but cannot say for certain if
this is reflected in a younger girl as well. Your best bet would be to try
"the bases", and see what happens. That way if you try to move toward
something she isn't ready for, she can make her feelings clear. Don't take
my word for this though.
My girl is 19, so very close to yours in age. However she goes to college
rather than work. She displays affection for me, but it isn't the sometimes
flirty innuendo we might be used to here in the west. Be prepared for some
degree of formality, atleast in the early stages.
Courtship is definately a good idea. Get to know her. If you plan on
marrying this girl, learn as much about her as possible. Sex before
marriage depends on the girl, and her family. China is more "western" in
some ways than we know. If she lives with her parents, or spends any degree
of time with family, you'll want to get to know them too.
Chinese families are very close.
One observation I've made. They talk alot about the differences in culture.
I personally believe it is more as a "comfort wall". Once a person feels
comfortable with you, she won't think of you as a "foreigner", so she will
be more at ease. If you get to know her, cater to her feelings and needs,
she will open up to you.
Dan Hudson
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