| So, that special person in your life is getting ready | | | | It is becoming more common for the keys to be |
| to celebrate his or her 21st birthday? That's | | | | less expensive. |
| terrific! You've heard that the party is going to be | | | | Another traditional gift is the tankard. This is to |
| this Friday, (it's Wednesday night) and you realize | | | | represent the young person's new freedom and |
| with a sinking feeling that you don't have a gift. | | | | privilege to drink alcohol and spend time in a bar |
| What are you going to do? You want to give a | | | | (legally). Gifts such as this are usually meant for |
| gift that will be remembered for a lifetime. | | | | keepsakes to be enjoyed a lifetime. |
| You might head into a gift shop, and find to your | | | | So what happens if you are the parent of said |
| relief that they have a special section of gifts | | | | lucky teen and you have forgotten your child's |
| specifically for 21st birthday gifts. It might interest | | | | 21st birthday? (How could you forget, right?) Well, |
| you to know that most event managers have | | | | fortunately for you, there are some traditions |
| special themes and ideas for 21st birthday parties. | | | | here as well. It is not unusual for parents to |
| At some 21st birthday parties everybody wears | | | | present Gold sovereigns of Silver crowns often |
| costumes, showing they are free to dress | | | | mounted on pendants or jewelery. There are |
| however they want. Sometimes the costumes | | | | shops that can be found that will engrave the |
| can be downright ridicules. | | | | recipients name on the gold or silver. |
| There are some traditional gifts that may make | | | | Now days, parents may opt for more practical, |
| your choices easier. One gift is the key. The key | | | | yet no less costly items such as cars, bikes, and |
| symbolizes St. Peter, who is said to guard | | | | jewelery. |
| Heaven's Gates. The key is given to show that | | | | Another gift that is becoming popular is the gift of |
| the gates between the young person and | | | | travel. Many agencies specialize in gift travel, |
| freedom has been thrown wide open. | | | | having special travel packages for 21st birthdays. |
| If the key is given, it is usually engraved | | | | These include exciting destinations with adventure |
| beautifully, or set with precious jewels and stones. | | | | and lots of fun. The choice is yours. |