and it was enjoyable! my dad seemed pleased i had a good job, and savings (money makes him happy!) and mum was just happy to see me and chat. i made her a little present of things from work – giftbox,perfume samples, few picures, and she realy liked the stuff. the next day we went for lunch (and ate a few to many truffles) but it was very good!!
short of physically paying for a holiday they would like or paying off the mortgage i feel this goal is complete, BUT i need to keep it up!