I recieved a gift of money from my parents last Friday.  They sent it through the mail to me.
I got a letter from my parents this past Friday with a wonderul surprise in it.
user
Oh what was the surprise?! 
assistant
Just a little spending cash.  Nothing outrageous, but enough to take the wife out and have a good time with.
user
You should go on a little date if you can. or to the movies!
assistant