It's that time of year again to figure out what to get the wife or gf for Christmas. I normally buy one thing nice with a few small surprises. My X Thai gf gave me nothing but was upset that she did not get a new iPhone. Me me me me ... Hahaha... Noticed I said X gf. I have a new gf this year so maybe different ....

Does your Thai wife or gf buy or give you a special gift for Christmas ?

What did you get last year ? What did you give her ?

Thais have nothing in mind about Christmas, but about presents. So do not expect anything.

Fatfather

This is what she (wife) gave me last year. Quite unexpected and a major upgrade to my cheap plastic Casio digital watch I've had for years.

Thais have nothing in mind about Christmas, but about presents. So do not expect anything.

Fatfather

you are correct, Christmas is not a Thai thing. It makes me laugh however that it is a one way street most of the time, they want to receive but not want to give...

My new GF however got me a surprise birthday gift so maybe this year Santa (gf) will deliver a Christmas gift also... It really don't matter what it costs it is that she cared enough to give something that's important.

I received a santa hat last week, I don't expect anything more.

I don't celebrate Christmas anymore so I don't mind.

Last year she bought me a shirt (medium size); the year before, a pen. She gets gold (1 baht).

l got a smile for XMas, which is a damn more than I ever got from my farang wife.

This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.

Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.

Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

You can never go wrong with gold!

We do not celebrate xmas, but she bought me a new car for new year.

What is "1 Baht" gold? I have seen it on the forum..1 baht..2 baht...but never knew what it means.

You give them gold or money.

They give you nothing.

What is "1 Baht" gold? I have seen it on the forum..1 baht..2 baht...but never knew what it means.

1 baht gold is a little over 15 grams. Baht is just a way of measurement in Thailand.

Gold is a good gift as they love it and they can exchange for almost what you paid any time they need to. It will always put a smile on their face.

And I baht gold is about 18550baht to buy just now- a generous present maybe?

I know what I am getting for Christmas, mine already told me, but, sadly not a topic for here.

I can say I know I am delighted with it.

Me? I have spent a little over 5000 Baht on her present. Equivalent of £100. Seems silly to me to pay more, but that is just me..

What is "1 Baht" gold? I have seen it on the forum..1 baht..2 baht...but never knew what it means.

Best you never learn, as you won't be able to plead ignorance as effectively.

This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.

Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

Interesting.

This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.

Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

Interesting.

Why would anyone buy Buddhists Christmas gifts?

Not their culture!

Edited December 21, 201411 yr by AnotherOneAmerican

This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.

Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

Interesting.

Why would anyone buy Buddhists Christmas gifts?

Not their culture!

Because just as I celebrate Songkran and Loy Khratong with her, I want her to share in my cultural celebrations. It's called being in a relationship.

You give them gold or money.

They give you nothing.

I got a pen and a shirt. I'll let you know what she gives me this year.

Because just as I celebrate Songkran and Loy Khratong with her, I want her to share in my cultural celebrations. It's called being in a relationship.

Most foreigner/Thai relationships seem to be more of an employer/employee thing as far as I can see.

Edited December 21, 201411 yr by AnotherOneAmerican

This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.

Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

Interesting.

Why would anyone buy Buddhists Christmas gifts?

Not their culture!

I am exempt from that. I am going out with a Christian :-)

I have to admit is is rare to get a Christmas present from a Thai and they do expect one from you.

Less than a week later they also expect a New Years present.

This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.

Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

Interesting.

Why would anyone buy Buddhists Christmas gifts?

Not their culture!

Culture ! I'm not sure how this will turn out but here goes. I'm an Agnostic, so not being Christian I guess I shouldn't be thinking of Christmas & presents. But being a falang, it's kinda what gets done at this time of year.... I guess.

I've been living with my g/f in a great little village near Sakon Nakhon for about 6 months now. Don't speak much Thai & the locals don't speak much, if any English, but we manage to communicate with lots of smiles & nods & sign language. I get invited to everything that's happening. Get food brought for me to try. G/f get asks where I am if I'm not out working in the garden by 9:00 in the morning. All in all I've been thoroughly accepted & befriended.

So, last week I lashed out & bought a load of colored lights & put in a BIG tree in the Soi. Mainly for the kids, but surprised each night how many moms & dads come & look & say bu-t-ful, & give the thumbs up.

Yesterday I went into SN & bought a heap of chocolates, lollies, biscuits, small toys & the like. Tomorrow the g/f & I will wrap ready to distribute to the local kids & a few neighbors on Christmas morning.

I realize this is somewhat off the topic of gifts from Thai GF, but I think on topic re why "buy Buddhists Christmas gifts".

So, I really don't think culture has much to do with it. It's more about an expression of gratitude for being accepted. The locals might be Buddhist but they do know & understand about Christmas & present giving. I expect nothing in return, they have given me their friendship & acceptance.

So, that's why I "buy Buddhists Christmas gifts"

Just sayin..... Cheers..... Mal.

Because just as I celebrate Songkran and Loy Khratong with her, I want her to share in my cultural celebrations. It's called being in a relationship.

Most foreigner/Thai relationships seem to be more of an employer/employee thing as far as I can see.

What a downright miserable jackass!!!!! You must be such a joy to be around Christmas...oh, I'm sorry, not a problem as no one would invite you over.

I bought her a coat (1500 baht). She take it off for her bath, and that's about it. I've never seen amyone so happy. I get her smile every day, what more could a person want? Christmas is about giving, not receiving.

Thais don't celebrate Christmas so i don't buy them anything. I don't give a flying fkkk about this religious misconception either but i always welcome gifts as i don't want to hurt others feelings. So far i have got two iPhones a few shirts, a pair of jeans, pair of sunglasses and a bracelet. I am humble though.

Thais don't celebrate Christmas so i don't buy them anything. I don't give a flying fkkk about this religious misconception either but i always welcome gifts as i don't want to hurt others feelings. So far i have got two iPhones a few shirts, a pair of jeans, pair of sunglasses and a bracelet. I am humble though.

Thais don't celebrate Christmas? You might want to get yourself over to Ratchaprasong, you'll be surprised!

Merry Christmas.

i got my one already on the 09.12.-3950g

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This year I am thinking about 1 baht gold for her gift ... Together 8 months and everything so far is good so she has earned her way.
Since we are going to visit her family for Christmas I spent another 5,000 baht of gifts for everyone, baskets, cookies, remote car, little girl hand bags and a small tree with lights. I guess I am Santa ... Ho ho ho

Interesting.

Why would anyone buy Buddhists Christmas gifts?
Not their culture!

Because just as I celebrate Songkran and Loy Khratong with her, I want her to share in my cultural celebrations. It's called being in a relationship.

relationship that a new one 8 months honey moon period give it time !