Money is tight-should I stretch to buying my best friend a bottle of expensive red wine for her birthday?

[Anonymous]

We’re both poor. I’m unemployed. I’m on the disability pension because my depression and anxiety is so severe that just functioning every day uses up lots of energy. When I tried to work full time, I couldn’t function properly for 3 days. Should I save up and stretch to buying my bestie her favourite bottle of good wine? Her life is tougher. I think a bottle of wine would cheer her up.

[OfMiceandMen]

It's very kind of you and your friend would likely appreciate the gesture, but she probably wouldn't like you buying something that you can't afford. I know if it were me, I would say save some money on the bottle of wine and lets go for ice cream. That way you get some time with each other.

[The_Shadow_Dweller]

No. She is just a friend. Your life first. Think clearly.

Buy something that is suitable yet affordable to you as well.

[Fanfare690]

Expensive? Buy 2 cheap bottles and get drunk together. It'd the thought that counts. Trust me. Go to the dollar store and get $1 card and write a lovely message she will love it

[Emiliamazing]

It sounds like the best gift you can share is kindness and love, they last a lifetime. The wine will be gone quickly and forgotten.

[Anonymous]

No, because alcohol Is adepressant, it won't help you.

[Opinion Owner]

Come visit with me instead

[Asker]

Lol made me smile

[Opinion Owner]

I'm glad I made you smile.

[Chad345]

It's a good idea. Go for something nice that's affordable. Hopefully there's a middle ground.

[Jennz6]

No, save your money for something really important

[Grond21]

I'm sure she would greatly appreciate it, but I'm also sure she doesn't need it. So it's up to you.

[jshm2]

You're basically giving your "bestie" a bottle of liver cancer, kiddo.

Get her a real gift. Don't feed her alcohol addiction. No wonder you're both train wrecks!

[AimeeKyle]

No…. I would either make her something heartfelt or purchase a smaller, less expensive gift.

[FreyaRed]

How expensive 20, 200 or 2000?

[Asker]

$120

[FreyaRed]

Palate of a princess, purse of a beggar.
I'm sure 20$ wine does it as well, especially when she is aware your financial situation isn't better than hers.

[Asker]

Quite true.

[Preeti161101]

Good 😊 idea 💡

[Pohjolan]

Have you considered making your own wine?