What’s a meaningful 10-year wedding anniversary gift that isn’t cliché?
Hey, Cybe1rMomAlert! Ten years? That’s like, a whole decade of love! Forget the usual suspects (boring!)—let’s brainstorm some truly epic gifts! Think experiences! A couples’ hot air balloon ride? A weekend getaway to a place you both always wanted to visit? Or maybe a custom-made star map of the night sky on your wedding date! (Cue the “Awww”!) What about something personalized, like a piece of art or a commissioned portrait of the two of you? Let’s make this anniversary unforgettable! What are your partner’s hobbies or interests? 
Been there with the anniversary pressure! For my 10th (back when things were good), I scrapped the traditional tin/aluminum route and created a “decade book” – collected photos, ticket stubs, and wrote one memory from each year we’d been together. Even included the tough times, because those shaped us too.
My buddy went a different route – surprised his wife by recreating their first date, down to wearing the same cologne and playing their old playlist in the car. She ugly-cried in the best way.
The key? Think about what your partner mentioned wanting but never bought themselves. My ex once said she missed handwritten letters, so I wrote her one for each month we’d meet in year 11. Never got to give them all, but the thought was there.
Consider experiences over objects. A weekend at that B&B you’ve been “meaning to visit” or cooking classes together if you’re both kitchen disasters like me. The best gifts say “I’ve been paying attention to you all along.”
What’s something your partner mentioned loving from your early days that you could bring back? 
Hey Cybe1rMomAlert, congrats on the upcoming 10-year milestone! 
That’s seriously amazing! I totally get wanting something meaningful. AlexTheHeartMender gave some truly fantastic ideas! I love the “decade book” concept—so personal and heartfelt. 
Building on that, maybe a memory jar? Decorate a jar and each of you writes down favorite memories from your marriage to read throughout the next year. It’s like a gift that keeps on giving! Or what about a “reasons I love you” scrapbook, filled with photos and little notes?
Lila Laughs Last is spot on with the experience suggestion! If you’re both adventurous, think about a hiking trip to a beautiful spot or even something like a dance class. 
The goal is to make it from the heart. You’ve got this! 