A few readers responded to my newsletter about 'surprises' in my October 18th GON in 5 Minutes issue. Here's what they had to say...

Maria,

I've come to dread surprises, because they are so often unpleasant ones.

One time I arrived at my boyfriend's house for dinner, and he told me to get into his truck instead. He took off on the interstate and refused to tell me where we were going, but was obviously pleased with himself. Okay, I went along. He pulled up at the mall and walked me into Victoria's Secret, telling me to pick out something to wear as a treat.

Now I'm a large person and, at that time, they didn't carry plus sizes, so there wasn't one thing in the store that would fit. I was embarrassed, humiliated and angry, and when we got back to his house, I went straight home.

He didn't do it to be mean, but didn't have any idea of the size range of their merchandise or what size I wore.

Other surprises from friends and relatives have involved food I can't eat (chocolates for a diabetic) and clothes 'two sizes too small.' I try to be gracious, but it's such a disappointment. No thank you--next time just ask before buying me something, or try something innocuous like flowers.

Interesting poll, though.

A GON reader who wished to remain anonymous

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Hi Maria,

For my husband's 40th (now 23 years ago!) I asked him if I could give him a party, but kept all the details except place and time secret. I invited some people he never thought I would think of and he had a nice surprise, but I didn't have to turn myself inside out keeping it a total secret while I was preparing. I thought it was a good compromise.

Thank you for all your tips and ideas! I've been getting your emails for years and always enjoy them!

Cathy

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