This is my family. My mother gave birth to us four girls. She stayed at home and raised us while my father provided for the family. Together, she and my father shaped us into well-rounded and independent young women. I'm so thankful. I'm not sure how my mother managed to be such a wonderful mother of four children, but she did it with such grace and love. She taught me so many great lessons of how to take care of people and to be responsible, that becoming a mother myself has come easy for me. You see, I was the first grandbaby in my parents' families and I'm sure I got my fair share of loving. Being the first grandbaby, Liam is getting oodles of loving too. I'm so thankful to have such young and loving parents who are now amazing grandparents to my son. That's why this Mother's Day, I … [Read more...]
10 Best Handmade Mother’s Day Gifts
Mother's Day is only weeks away, which means it's time to start thinking of ways to ensure the special women in our lives feel appreciated on that sunny day in May. I always have big plans for creative endeavors and every year end up ordering generic flowers the Friday before Mother's Day. Major daughter fail. This year isn't looking to be much different, so I've decided to enlist the help of other creative people in the process of bestowing upon my lovely mom (and mother in law!) special tokens of my daughterly affection. Want to do the same but need some inspiration? You're in luck! I've gathered a few of my favorite items from some of the best handmade sellers online. Their wares are beautiful, practical and meaningful and are perfect gifts for any woman - mother, grandmother, … [Read more...]
Top 5 Valentine’s Gifts that Put the ‘S’ in Sexy
Valentine's Day. A day set aside to celebrate and expound on the ideology of love. In laymen's terms, it is a day designed to elicit the inner warm fuzzy in us all and afford many of us the opportunity to giggle more, smile wider and value those whose imprint marks our lives. While some of us opt to indulge in the exhilarating, love struck effects of Cupid's arrow, others are content to lavish ourselves, and others, with special trinkets and gifts. Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day with your significant other or simply looking to capitalize on the love train, here are a few gifts that will bring out the inner sexy in us all. SOS Novelties 3-in-1 Soy Candle Lotion. Massage oil. Candle. This deliciously scented soy candle is perfect for setting the mood. Use it cold as a lotion … [Read more...]
Christmas Gifts for Men: What To Buy Your Husband This Year
I find it difficult to shop for my husband for two reasons. The first is that he tends to buy whatever he wants the day it comes out. This means he may get a birthday present weeks early, and he struggles with waiting to open Christmas presents. The other problem is that he is very particular about the make or model of whatever he currently wants. He loves to research, and so it can be difficult to make sure I have exactly the right model. Here are some ideas that will make shopping for your husband just a bit easier this holiday season. Technology Gifts The iPad Mini is a great gift if your husband does not already have a tablet, or is looking for something that offers a bit more than a smart phone. The iPad Mini is the perfect size and balance for a portable computer. The interface … [Read more...]
Best Gift Ideas for Homeschool Moms
Do you have a homeschooling mom in your life? Don’t have a clue about what to give her this year that will be useful and appreciated, and not become one more thing for her to dust? Here’s a list of 7 perfect picks for homeschool moms to inspire your gift giving this year. Housecleaning service $15 -30 per hour. An informal poll among the homeschool mothers showed a remarkably constant wish: someone else to clean up the mess. Remember, moms and the children are at home, all day long. They're not just at home, but they are pulling out books, conducting science experiments, cooking meals and snacks, and living hard in their homes. Show Mom you love her by paying someone else to clean the toilets. Maybe she'll finally have time to read a book for herself! Nook Simple Touch … [Read more...]
Best Gift Ideas for Home Organization
The holidays are upon us and now is the time to shop for the best deals. Why not give the gift of organization with these great organizing gifts for kids all the way to adults. You will find something for everyone in this guide. Kids My top pick for kids this season is the Lego Tabletop Drawers. If you have ever stepped on a Lego in the middle of the night you know how much this is needed. It has 3 drawers and each drawer has two divided trays inside. You can find it at the Container Store but only during the Holiday season so you want to get on it now. Age: Kids of all ages with Legos to store and organize. Price: $49.00 Where to get it: The Container Store Keeping in line with the Lego theme my next item is the Extra Large Lego Storage Brick. This is an extra large Lego … [Read more...]
