For those who like to take care of their holiday shopping early, Personal Creations is a site that provides a wide variety of high quality personalized gifts for everyone on your list. I always love browsing the selection for super cute seasonal items as well as items for babies, newlyweds, pets, and our many treasured loved…
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Back to School Shopping Guide for All Ages
The countdown is on for back to school! Rather than spending a boatload of money on all the things your kids want, invest in quality products that will last longer than a school year. Here are my picks that include must-have tech items, eco-friendly options, and those that allow for personalization but are flexible enough…
Father’s Day Gift Picks
Tick tock goes the clock as Father’s Day approaches. If you’re without a gift and have been racking your brain about what to give the special man in your life whether he’s the father of your children, your dad, an uncle, or a grandfather, it’s time to put that Amazon Prime membership to work by…
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is Sunday so if you haven’t already started, get shopping to show the special woman in your life exactly how special she is. Here are 10 of my favorites that any mom is sure to love regardless of how tech savvy she may be. iRobot Scooba Give mom a break from cleaning with…
Red Envelope: Gorgeous Gifts to Please Any Mom (w. giveaway)
My family knows that when I unplug, I prefer to spend time in our yard so anything related to gardening is always a welcome gift. This year I let my husband use Red Envelope to shop for Mother’s Day gifts. I always love their high quality gifts and the ease of shopping so knew he…
ProFlowers for Mother’s Day Plants and Flowers
Orchids and azaleas always remind me of my Mom. She loves plants over cut flowers because of their longevity and while I like to surprise her with flowers, I know that the more practical side of her prefers azaleas that she can continue to enjoy when planted in her garden or the joy of her…
Personalized Gifts for Mom by Personal Creations (w. giveaway)
Mother’s Day is just over a week away and if you’re struggling to come up with a unique gift, think about something that she loves and get it personalized by Personal Creations. Personal Creations features hundreds of personalized gifts for moms that are sure to put a smile on her face. Having ordered embroidered Easter…
Heart of Haiti Gifts for Mother’s Day
Heart of Haiti Bird Pendant One of my favorite pieces of jewelry is my bird pendant. Purchased in Haiti and made by artisans who work with Fair Winds Trading to create items for the Macy’s Heart of Haiti line, it’s a unique piece that reminds me of my trip to Haiti and how we can…
Digital Delights for Valentine’s Day: A Gift Guide
If gadgets are the way to your beloved’s heart or you rely on technology to keep those you love close, then these swoon-worthy items are sure to put a smile on someone’s face this Valentine’s Day. We always want our kids to know they are loved but Talkatoos ($14.95) lets them know just how much…
Organizational Products to Streamline Your 2012
2012 is upon us and as I sit at a desk covered with papers, business cards, gadgets, and various items our kids have so kindly left behind, I know that my goal is to get organized in time for the new year! I’m taking a take-no-prisoner type approach to every piece of paper, business card,…












