Bids: It doesn�t have to be the gift itself. The sentiment behind it can be more powerful and valuable than anything you could ever buy.
Yes, jewellery is always nice. But (and I hope I don�t get shot down here), quality handbags are appreciated as well. But I�m talking about Mulberry, Dooney & Burke, Burberry, Coach, etc. But they can be quite pricey. So can beautiful Autumn scarves � Herm�s, Burberry, Dunhill, etc. And of course, �nice� engraved jewellery�but do try to steer clear of the old �Ratners� kind of stuff. Interestingly, you can buy very nice silver gifts from places such as Tiffany�s and Cartier for under �50. And the message that �you�re valued� can go far.
But as I say, the sentiment, in my very humble impression can be much more powerful. Send her a dozen long-stems with a card that reads: �I dreamt of you last night. And in my dreams, I kissed your lips for long seconds.� Or something along those lines�.
But then, I may not be the person to ask�I�m just a hopeless romantic!
Best of luck!
Fr Bill