Having a long-distance relationship is tough
enough. Things become harder on Christmas, the time you should spend with
people you care about. So what to buyyour boyfriend for Christmas? Something thoughtful to remind him of your
journey together or tell him to stay strong and patient.
1. A written love letter
It is simple but effective. No matter how much you
tell your boyfriend you love him via email, nothing beats your hand-written letter.
It is a classic symbol of love. You can tell him you miss him; you will wait
until the day you reunite….whatever you know will work for your relationship. That
is not to say that an email is unacceptable; it will still work when you put
your heart and passion into it but it is just less personal. Remember that you
should not be over-sentimental: it is not the end of the world when you are
miles and miles away; be hopeful and supportive of a future together
instead.
2. A special
video
It is an unique gift your boyfriend will certainly
appreciate. Be creative with the content: you can film your day-to-day things
to make you boyfriend feel he is there with you or a special message that will
put a smile on his face. You can upload it to your private Youtube channel or
similar hosting and send him the link to watch.
3. A
surprise visit
What is a better gift to your boyfriend than your
visit? Of course, not when he is a solder in Iraq. It is precious seeing each
other in person and being able to hold hands for real. It is the best Christmas
gift one can hope for: being with the one you love.
4. A Skype
date:
If you two can’t meet for real, a Skype date is a
good option. Dress nicely because you know he can see how beautiful you look.
You can talk everything you want through Skype for as long as you want.
5. Gifts
telling him that the long-distance can’t break you apart
If you live very far from each other now,
especially in places with drastic time zone difference, an In The Zone necklace
or a real dual time watch will remind him to keep track with your time. A
personalized state keychain, perhaps. You can also send him a stuffed version
of you to show that you can always be with him. Gifts like this work like charm
for long-distance relationships.
6. Tools for talking or related accessories
A new phone, if you have money to spend, or even a power
bank charger can be fine. You want him to keep in touch often and no to worry
about running out of batteries.
7. Homemade
food
Who says your boyfriend can’t enjoy for food when
he is away? You can just send him familiar food to make him feel at home. Cookies
are easy to make and enjoy, plus shipping requirements are not very demanding.
You can also send him perishable food that can reheat well without much sauce. Of
course, you may have to spend quite a bit on shipping fees but your boyfriend
will appreciate your food and your effort a lot.
8. Photo or
picture
You can make a scrapbook of memories that you two
spent together. A framed picture of you two’s favorite shot. Draw a photo of
you two if you are good at it of simply use photo—editing software to create a
photo sketch. Don’t forget to add some words, like a love quote or your own
line, to the picture. Who doesn’t love such thoughtful gifts?
9. A package
of stuff he likes
If you don’t have a lot of time to spend on the
gift, you are not good at cooking to bake him a cake or don’t like knitting, it
is fine. You can always buy things according to his hobbies. Something that
shows him you know him and you care. A concert ticket, a book, latest video
games….things you know he likes. These are gifts that can’t go wrong.
You can also buy things for his room that remind
him of you. A personalized pillows or a pair of customized mugs work well, for
example.
