The classic lists of Wedding Anniversary Gifts need updating. Herewith, some modest proposals from the Paper Products Industry Association:
| year | old gift | new gift |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | clocks | coffee filters |
| 2 | china | disposable diapers |
| 3 | glass | day-planner refills |
| 4 | appliances | napkins & tissues |
| 5 | silverware | paperback novels |
| 6 | wood | cardboard boxes |
| 7 | desk sets | local newspapers |
| 8 | linens | sticky notepads |
| 9 | leather | pogs & collectible trading cards |
| 10 | jewelry | coffee-table books |
| 20 | platinum | cute animal calendars |
| 25 | silver | piñatas & party hats |
| 30 | diamond | autographed photos of politicians |
| 40 | ruby | excelsior, confetti, & streamers |
| 50 | gold | disposable diapers |
(thanks to Gray and other members of ^z's family for suggestions and advice!)
Saturday, July 07, 2001 at 21:13:09 (EDT) = 2001-07-07
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