As long as I have had children, I have dreamed of being a Nana to my children's children - making their birthdays and the holidays as magical and wonderful as my own Nana and Grandad did for my brother and sister, and I. I have the house decorated, Ami's 1st Christmas ornaments ordered, I'm making a stocking for her, and will have a beautiful fuzzy soft carpet in the living room that she can crawl around on with her daddy and open presents. The only problem, however, is her mother has not allowed us to see her since she was 3 months … [Read more...] about Ami’s 1st Christmas
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4 Gift Ideas for Elderly Friends & Loved Ones
We know, we've been there. Trying to find the perfect gift is a challenge for anyone. When it comes to the older adults in your life, it gets even more difficult! There are plenty of ways you can make them feel special. For many seniors, the key elements of a gift are practicality and functionality. If you can come up with something that will make their lives easier, healthier, or more fun, its guaranteed to bring a smile to their faces. There is always that uncle or grandpa who loves practical jokes, so gag gifts are great too! When … [Read more...] about 4 Gift Ideas for Elderly Friends & Loved Ones
Friday Finds Edition 27
Wow, my friends. Our world has undergone some DRASTIC changes in the past several months, hasn't it? The arrival of the coronavirus in the United States changed the normal for our daily lives for so many people. I honestly don't think that our lives will ever be the same. This pandemic has shown us just how vulnerable we are and shown us how we need to slow down, observe the world around us, and to spend time with our loved ones, and appreciate the small blessings each day. I know it's been a LONG time since I posted a Friday Finds but we … [Read more...] about Friday Finds Edition 27
Tips for Choosing or Creating an AMAZING Anniversary Gift
Anniversaries are a brilliant opportunity to show your partner just how much they mean to you. Every year you spend together is another 12 months of joy, exploration, and new experiences. It only makes sense that you would want to celebrate by giving your spouse or other half an amazing gift. The only problem? After a few years of birthdays, holiday celebrations, valentine’s days, and other gift-giving events, it’s easy to run out of ideas. Even the most romantic person can end up in need of a little extra inspiration to ensure they … [Read more...] about Tips for Choosing or Creating an AMAZING Anniversary Gift
Best Gifts for the Minimalist in Your Life
Minimalism is a way of life. A lot of people are making the transition to this lifestyle because people are starting to spend more money on experiences as opposed to things. This is a great concept in theory, but what happens when it comes to gift-giving time like holidays and birthdays? What do you get someone who tries to only use what they need and typically shops what they already have? Luckily, we have you covered. Here are some ideas of great gifts you can give to the minimalist in your life. Plan An Adventure This is the definition … [Read more...] about Best Gifts for the Minimalist in Your Life
Things to Remember When Receiving a Travel Gift Voucher
For travel bugs, it can be pretty exciting when you receive a travel gift voucher from a contest or as a birthday gift. Before getting excited, remember that not all things are what they seem to be. There are just some things that are too good to be true. Just when you thought you got the upper hand, it turns out that was not the case at all and you need to go back to the drawing board. The last thing you want to happen is to be on the receiving end of a scam even if it was just a minor one. Here are a few things to remember when using a budget … [Read more...] about Things to Remember When Receiving a Travel Gift Voucher
Why Clothes Make a Great Gift
Buying clothes for a loved one is always a bit of a gamble. Do you go for something glamorous and that they may never have thought of buying for themselves or do you go for a wardrobe staple that you know they’ll love but it is hardly adventurous? In this blog, we take a look at three ways to choose clothes as a gift and how you can make it a success every time. Get Size Perfect No matter what you choose, whether it’s right up their street or wide of the mark, if it’s the wrong size it’s an automatic fail. There aren’t many easy … [Read more...] about Why Clothes Make a Great Gift
Simple, But Different Gift Ideas
With this time of year comes a lot of panic about buying the right gifts. But when we feel like we've run out of ideas, it can be difficult to find the present to end all presents. Sometimes we've got to figure out a different way. Buying gifts doesn't mean having to buy the same type of thing every year. It's about being thoughtful but in a different and unique way. How can we do this? Let's provide you with some inspiration. The Big Statement Presents We try to go for the bling as a big gift. Whether this is something like vintage … [Read more...] about Simple, But Different Gift Ideas
