Birthday: LL Bean

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Party Favor for 6 Year Old Birthday Party

My daughter is having her 6th birthday in July. We are having a pool party at our house. I wanted to see if anyone has any inexpensive and unique ideas for goody bags. I'm tired of candy, stickers, little junk toys that no one needs. I will have boys and girls at the party. Most of them will be around 6 years old. Thanks so much.

Gifts

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Gift Card Vs. Gift

Hi moms, My husband and I have ongoing debates as to whether gift cards are better than actual gifts. He prefers gift cards, saying that the recipient may not like or need/want what we pick out. Better that they pick out what they like. I would rather pick out a gift according to the person's personality. Also, I don't like that the money amount is so obvious in a gift card. I like the idea of giving some thought to the gift and adding that personal touch. A gift card seems to be rather impersonal. I don't mind giving gift cards to people...