Is your 1st wedding anniversary just around the corner? 1st anniversaries should be one of the most memorable anniversaries for you and your spouse, so make it special. In case you're not aware of it, the first year of marriage is considered the year of adjustment. So, by now you and your loved one should be well adjusted to your new lives together. You should know what his or her likes are. But, even though you know the person, it may be hard to choose that 1st wedding anniversary gift. As you browse the Internet and look at potential 1st wedding anniversary gift ideas, keep in mind the type of person he or she is. Does your spouse like the modern look or does he/she prefer antiques?

Have you considered purchasing a clock? You could choose from contemporary clocks, modern clocks or antique clocks. For many people, clocks symbolize marking the time of their mutual love. When you give your spouse the clock, you may want to include a cute little poem to go along with it. This could be one anniversary gift that keeps ticking away and lasts forever. Imagine your 50th wedding anniversary, as you sit in front of that clock in your rocking chairs together, enjoying yet another wedding anniversary. Clocks really do last forever, just as your love for one another.

Does your wife spend hours in the garden, day in and day out? She might just love a new garden accessory. If you surf the Internet, you'll see a wide assortment of gardening gifts. How about a big gardening vase with beautiful flowers planted in it? Make sure the vase is pretty and something unusual. You want this yard vase to be something she will cherish. If you don't have a garden fountain in your yard, you might consider buying her an elegant water fountain. Water fountains can add so much to a garden with their beauty and gentle, relaxing water sounds; something you and your wife could enjoy together for many years.

Do you and your wife love sitting on the front porch together watching the birds indulge in their favorite treats? If so, you may want to look into purchasing a birdfeeder for your 1st wedding anniversary gift. Bird feeders come in many different shapes and sizes. You could consider a large, ceramic birdfeeder that would not only add more room for the birds to feed, but also improve the look of your yard. The variety of birdfeeder types is extensive and includes feeders in the shapes of butterflies, angels, flowers, houses, etc.

Is your husband or wife into electronics? Deciding on the right item may be difficult as there are many available options. Electronics can include clocks, televisions, phones, computers or radios. When considering an electronics gift, keep in mind the type of electronics he or she already has and choose something complementary.

Many people consider sports a great pastime. Some like to play while others prefer to watch. Normally it's the husband that likes sports and the wife that despises it. If your husband or wife likes sports and you don't particularly care for it, show your support anyway by buying tickets for the both of you, to see his or her favorite sport.

Whatever you choose for that special 1st wedding anniversary gift, make sure it will be remembered for many years to come.