Memorable 40th Birthday Gifts

40th birthdays are often filled with light-hearted jokes and gag gifts. But that doesn't mean you have to go the whoppie cushion route.

There are a lot of quotes both inspirational and humorous about turning 40 that you can include as an insert in a photo book or along with one of these personalized gift suggestions.

• Smile Book
  Capture all the moments in your guest of honor's life that you know will crack him or her up or put a smile on their face! Smile Books are professionally bound books made from personal snapshots. These high-quality albums are so nice you can display them on a coffee table for all to enjoy. Choose from a variety of sizes, prices, and styles in just a few easy online steps.
  
  
• Engraved Locket Key Chain
  Perfect for those "on the go," this elegant little key chain is also a photo locket. Insert a recent photo of your birthday pal as well as one of their baby pictures. With a brushed nickel finish and block letter engraving, this gift will work for both men and women.
  
  
• Engraved Pewter Medallion on a Pilsner Glass Raise a glass in celebration of yourself! This handsome pilsner glass has a medallion on the side that can be engraved with the guest of honor's initials. Also available on this website are mugs with medallions and etched glasses.
  
  
• Watch
  The gift of time is always poignant for an older birthday. Personalize this gift by engraving a message on the back or enclosing a quote in its beautiful gift box.
  
  
• Treasure Charms
  Here's a little something that is very inexpensive and sentimental. Purchase little pocket charms and place them in an organza bag with a quote or poem inside to personalize it even more for the birthday guy or gal.
  
  
• 40th and 50th Birthday Jokes and Quotes
  Check out these 40th and 50th birthday jokes and quotes for ideas on how to personalize your gift.