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40th birthday ideas to commemorate the occasion | 40th birthday ideas from GettingPersonal.co.uk

2 December 2009

Ever wondered what it feels like to be 40? Sadly, it's an affliction that affects most of us at one time in our lives, but unless experienced at first hand, it leaves everything up to the imagination. The most dreaded birthday of all, the 40th creeps up with unrelenting cruelty, never once to be beaten by the most belligerent of anti-wrinkle creams or even by a life of healthy eating and exercise. The race through our thirties happens at break-neck speed, picking up acceleration towards the end. Every year that passes brings us closer to that saggy beer belly, receding hairline and flagging eyesight. Powerless to resist, the poor old victim is left with no option but to shrug his shoulders and accept that it happens to the best of us.

Well, hopefully for most of us, it's not quite that bad. At least our thirties bring with them wisdom, knowledge and confidence, so if we're able to commemorate the occasion in style and put aside those moods of doom and gloom, we may even have the time of our lives. This is where friends and family come in. By coming up with 40th birthday ideas to raise smiles and laughter, the sky's the limit for those once in a lifetime celebrations.

Commemorating the occasion with laughter

There's no doubt about it, the function of great 40th birthday gifts is to lighten the load of that middle-aged burden. That's why classic comic books such as the 'Life after 40 Survival Guide', 'The funny side of 40' and the 'Little Book of how to Survive the big 4-0' make perfect 40th gift ideas. Packed with hilarious anecdotes and clever observations, they're sure to raise a few smiles on that fateful day! Alternatively, you can raise a few giggles with a wide range of gifts designed exclusively with silliness in mind. For those who still haven't hit the jackpot and made it rich, there's the amazing money plant, just perfect for everyone who has always sworn that money doesn't grow on trees. And for the 40 year old singletons who've never met their other half, there's always the inflatable husband and wife!

Celebrating with champagne and sparkle

If there's one occasion that calls for the popping of champagne corks it's a 40th birthday. The great news is that now you can personalise the celebrations with a bottle of luxury vintage champagne marked with your very own personal message. As 40th birthday ideas go, it really sets the standard for a great party. Of course, it would be criminal to crack open the champagne without some nibbles, and the wonders of technology will even allow you to create your own special 40th birthday chocolate bar. If you prefer a more colourful selection, Dr Indulgence would prescribe something extra delicious for a 40th birthday celebration. Take a look at the First Aid chocolate box for an irresistible choice of mini chocolate bars, buttons and straws in a range of tempting fruit flavours. And what better place to celebrate a 40th than somewhere she can be pampered beyond her wildest dreams? For the ultimate in 40th birthday ideas, treat your lady to the ultimate pamper or health spa experience day and whatever her tipple, she can enjoy it in the most relaxing of surroundings.

40th birthday ideas for a fabulous future

If you suspect your 39 year old may just be about to take up the pipe and slippers after the 40th birthday celebrations are over, you might just have to kick them into touch and hand them the book '101 things to do before you're old and boring.' Packed full of unusual ideas for how to make the most out of life, they'll have no excuse for turning into a middle aged bore. You could however take the suggestion further with 40th birthday ideas that actually get them out and about trying new and exciting activities. From Karting to microlighting, aqua sphering to rock climbing, there are over 500 ways to get them inspired to do something amazing that they've never even considered doing in the past. Their 40th birthday could then be the first day of the rest of their life because one thing's for sure; they're the ultimate stress-buster. If you know someone who's always dreamt of taking to the skies, how about their very own flying lesson? And if you have a friend still dreaming of pop stardom, there's the Recording studio taster gift pack, giving them the once in a lifetime chance to create and record their own musical CD. Commemorating the occasion with imagination and style, these 40th birthday ideas lend a whole new meaning to the phrase 'Life begins at forty'.



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