I deleted my previous post on here because one of my partners is subscribed and mentioned she saw it, realized it was mine and didn't read the details so as to not spoil it. Whoops!

That said, I had made a post asking for tips on doing a shopping spree for my three partners. Some of you suggested a spa treatment and a meal or two as well as suggesting I find a clever way to let them know ahead of time in case they wanted to alter anything.

So I wrote a letter to them, created an itinerary and put it in three envelopes, and stacked a fat wad of cash on each, and wrapped them each in red ribbon. I gave them the letters and money together, and got some happy tears.

I made them coffee, then Bellinis while they got ready for the day, took them to brunch, took them shopping, and then treated them to a triple massage with three masseus's in the same room so they could chat.

I prepped a ribeye roast and am finishing up with some home cooked prime rib, Mac and cheese and mashed potatoes, and maybe a board game for the evening.

I'm typing this while they finish up the massage.

Thanks for the tips. The preemptive letter was fantastic and made everything smooth.