My Favorite Things ~ Gift Ideas for Women (she: Katie)
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My Favorite Things ~ Gift Ideas for Women (she: Katie)

ByMariel

Hello! My name is Katie, and I blog over at Clarks Condensed! If you’ve ever visited, you probably know that I love babies, food, and my husband. My husband, Forrest, and I met three-and-a-half years ago while attending the same college, and were married about a year later. And one year, three months later, our sweet little guy, Jack, was born. It’s been a crazy adventure becoming a mother, but I wouldn’t trade it for anything. Motherhood is the most tiring, yet rewarding, job I’ve ever had, but each day is filled with joy. I just graduated with a degree in print journalism, and looking forward to what the future holds.

While Forrest and Jack are definitely my favorite things, I don’t want any of you to come snatch them up. So here are some of my next favorite things, that are almost as good.

This is probably our most used wedding gift (unlike the fine china that still has yet to be opened…) I was so excited that someone bought us a Crock Pot that was much nicer than the one we registered for! This one has a digital timer, and it automatically turns to low when the designated time is reached. No more having to time everything perfectly! It’s big and durable, and I see it lasting us for a long time. It’s definitely worth the extra price to get one with that digital timer though.

My Favorite Things ~ Gift Ideas for Women (she: Liz)
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My Favorite Things ~ Gift Ideas for Women (she: Liz)

ByMariel

Hey, ladies! I’m Liz. Here’s a picture of me with my two little boogerheads, Rowan (5) and Stellan (3). I searched through my Facebook pictures for like an hour trying to find a picture of just me, but in the few that I found I’m either eating something, making dinosaur faces, or wearing a costume. (Don’t ask me why.) I was hoping to find a good one because, while this series of posts will celebrate the all-important role of “Mother,” it should also celebrate our roles as individuals! It is our individuality that makes us the kind of people worth celebrating after all, isn’t it?

As for me, I’m a huge foodie; a serial hobbyist; a lover of nature, literature and music; and a seeker of knowledge. These are the things that have sculpted my character throughout my life, and they are the things that make me the perfect Mother for my boys. They have also influenced my selections for today’s list!

Inexpensive Beauty Products ~ Great Gift Ideas for Women (she: Beth)
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Inexpensive Beauty Products ~ Great Gift Ideas for Women (she: Beth)

ByMariel

Hi friends! First of all, CONGRATULATIONS on your sweet new blessing, Mariel! 🙂   I’m excited to be here again today…especially because we are talking about some of my favorite things…Beauty Products!! I am such a girly girl, and I love getting my glam on. I wanted to share some of my ALL TIME favorite…

Gag Gifts for White Elephant Parties ~ Mariel’s Picks 2012
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Gag Gifts for White Elephant Parties ~ Mariel’s Picks 2012

ByMariel

As the final day of Mariel’s Picks 2012, I think we’ll wrap it up with gag gifts for white elephant parties… Oh, my heavens.  I can’t stop laughing!  A Booty Pop??  The reviews on this thing totally stink, if you’re considering it for practical reasons.  But, for a gag gift…perfect. So, I actually want this…Aqua…

Mariel’s Picks 2012 ~ Gift Ideas for Mom and Baby
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Mariel’s Picks 2012 ~ Gift Ideas for Mom and Baby

ByMariel

Today’s Picks: Gift Ideas for Mom and Baby: Gifts for Baby and Mom: If you’re anything like me, so many of the hilarious, profound, and sweet sayings that come from the mouths of my children, never get written down.  I remember them long enough to tell my husband in the evening, but beyond that they…

Gifts Ideas for Grandparents ~ Mariel’s Picks 2012
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Gifts Ideas for Grandparents ~ Mariel’s Picks 2012

ByMariel

Hmmmm…let’s do gift ideas for grandparents! For the avid reader, I think it would be fun to give a personalized embosser that says ‘From the Library of ….their name.’ Or, you could also have it made with just their initials.  I love this top-rated Personal Embosser with Stand from Williams Sonoma.  To make it a…

Gifts for Teenagers ~ Mariel’s Picks 2012
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Gifts for Teenagers ~ Mariel’s Picks 2012

ByMariel

This particular topic, gift ideas for teens, always scares me.  I feel so out of touch with the teenage world right now!  Thankfully, I have a sister that is both a teenager and a college student, that made this post possible.  Thank you, Madi!  She interviewed her roommates and guy friends and came up with…

Mariel’s Picks 2012 ~ Gift Ideas for Women
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Mariel’s Picks 2012 ~ Gift Ideas for Women

ByMariel

Good to see you again!  Get ready for another week of Mariel’s Picks.  Today is all about gift ideas for women. Let’s start out with something from my own ‘wish list’.  And, I promise…the other things in this post aren’t as expensive as this.  But, I still had to share it because it’s sooooo cool. …