Happy Birthday to me! That’s right, your favorite blogger turned 19 over spring break. And unlike our English chap, James, I relaxed at home for spring break. This means I enjoyed breakfast-in-bed (a Brickley tradition), presents (underwear and socks), and a Detroit Red Wings hockey game (a win over the Nashville Predators).

My mom commented to me that it was becoming “increasingly difficult” to lavish me with presents. I feel sorry for the woman, so, as a service to her, and all the other parents, I’ve compiled a list of the best and worst birthday presents a Penn student can receive. And because I won’t be home for my birthday next year, the presents are mail-able.

The Best

• Gift Certificates: Qdoba, Quiznos, Gap, Chili’s, and CVS are all national chains located very close to Penn’s campus. Barnes and Nobles gift certificates can be used at the Penn bookstore. Amazon.com or other online retailers are welcome as well.




• Tickets: Depending on the time of year, seeing a Philles, 76ers, Eagles, or Flyers game would be great fun. Likewise the same stadiums often host musical concerts (Justin Timberlake is coming, omg!!). Tickets for all of these can be bought online through Comcast TIX and mailed directly to your student.




• The Theater: While Penn’s campus certainly has its share of quality theater, making the trek to Center City for a night at the theater would be a fine birthday event. This requires a little more research on the givers behalf, but if your student likes drama, you can find it at the Prince Music Theater, the Walnut Theater, or these other locations.

Dan of Detroit dreams of foreign cars — Shhh…don’t tell. (www.bmwusa.com)

The Worst

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