Showing posts with label Gift ideas. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Gift ideas. Show all posts
A Minimalist Approach to the Holidays
The holidays are here and we are all busy creating our wish lists and letting Santa know what we want for Christmas. My kids have been busy circling toys from the Target holiday catalog and they are so excited! Even Amazon sent us a toy catalog which is extremely smart! I've been gently reminding them that just because it's on your wish list doesn't mean you will receive it. It's just that a "wish list"! I think most of us would agree that many of the our childrens' toys are simply just taking up space and not being played with!
I'm a minimalist at heart but with kids it's hard! They love their stuff and the hard core truth is I love my stuff also! Recently, I cleaned out my sons room while he was at school and moved a lot of his toys to the basement. Having a clean room has changed his world of play. Now instead of having a roomful of toys he picks one or two toys from the basement and brings them upstairs to play with. It has been such a game changer for all of us!
Now with the holidays approaching fast we are facing the toy overload once again! Yes, we can donate to the Salvation Army and make room for new ones but chances are the new toys will also make their way to our basement. It makes me think about the story of the Velveteen Rabbit. It's only real if a child loves you so much!
“Real isn't how you are made,” said the Skin Horse. “It's a thing that happens to you. When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but really loves you, then you become Real.”
Last year we went on vacation for Christmas and woke up on Christmas morning on the beach! It was unique and special. We checked one large luggage filled with our stockings and some of Santa's little surprises! Yes, Santa found us in Florida and gifted us with small gifts that could make their way home on an airplane! It was so nice to keep things simple and still just as magical!
We didn't have any big expectations and loved our day on the beach. It was the first year that I didn't feel stressed out over Christmas. It was truly simple and memorable! We had an experience for Christmas and that made it so special.
We didn't have any big expectations and loved our day on the beach. It was the first year that I didn't feel stressed out over Christmas. It was truly simple and memorable! We had an experience for Christmas and that made it so special.
With the minimalist term being more frequently tossed around it makes me think about ways to give meaningful gifts that are just as simple and special as our Christmas vacation was. My biggest takeaway from last year is a sleigh full of toys will not bring joy all year round but the memories we made always bring a smile to our faces and fills our hearts.
One way to create a year full of joy is to ask our kids what activities bring them joy and have them create a list. For an example, my daughter loves gymnastics, jumping on trampolines, and swimming. With a list like this we can encourage her to ask for passes to Sky Zone or swim lesson to Goldfish Swim School. Something that gets us out of the house during the long winter months and promotes happiness!
This year I encourage us all to think with a minimalist mind and think of ways to bring joy that lasts longer than a basement full of toys waiting to be loved!
Many businesses offer awesome holiday packages. One to consider is Goldfish Swim School. Each holiday season they offer a holiday package for new members. I've partnered with Goldfish Swim School to offer $10 off a holiday package using the promo code holidaydanielle. The holiday package is offered for $205 and with the $10 off promotion you will receive it for $195!
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| How about passes to go ice skating! |
This year I encourage us all to think with a minimalist mind and think of ways to bring joy that lasts longer than a basement full of toys waiting to be loved!
Many businesses offer awesome holiday packages. One to consider is Goldfish Swim School. Each holiday season they offer a holiday package for new members. I've partnered with Goldfish Swim School to offer $10 off a holiday package using the promo code holidaydanielle. The holiday package is offered for $205 and with the $10 off promotion you will receive it for $195!
The Rochester NEW MEMBER holiday package this year includes: (Offer ends 12/23/19)
- Family Credit ($180)
- Annual Reg Fee
- First 2 classes on us
- Goggles
- 2 extra family swim passes
- 1 snack shack punch card
I'd love to know your thoughts on a minimalist Christmas. What other gifts can we give that bring lasting joy?
There are two things I love most...getting a surprise in the mail and living a healthy and natural lifestyle with my family. You can only imagine how excited I was to receive my Simply Earth Recipe Box in the mail!
As a small business owner, I appreciate small companies that value their customers. Simply Earth started as a way to help make our homes natural through using essential oils. This family owned business is dedicated to providing customers with quality and safe oils while eliminating the middleman. They work directly with the farm and ensure we are receiving quality and safe oils. Having a company to trust such as Simply Earth is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
One of my favorite things about Simply Earth is their dedication to help fight human trafficking. With each purchase, 13% of all sales goes to help end human trafficking.
My April box came with 4 essential oils, Castile Soap, recipe cards, and a spray bottle to make one of favorite recipes. The Foaming Hand Soap recipe is first on my list to make!
Essential Oils
Simply Earth's subscription box makes for the perfect gift or monthly surprise to help keep your home safe with pure essential oils.
I have exciting news! I have joined the Squad at Simply Earth and using the code SUBURBIAMOMFREE you can receive $20 towards a future purchase. When you subscribe using SUBURBIAMOMFREE or using my personal link you will receive a $20 gift card with your initial subscription box and every first purchase comes with a BONUS BOX!!!
Simply Earth
As a small business owner, I appreciate small companies that value their customers. Simply Earth started as a way to help make our homes natural through using essential oils. This family owned business is dedicated to providing customers with quality and safe oils while eliminating the middleman. They work directly with the farm and ensure we are receiving quality and safe oils. Having a company to trust such as Simply Earth is greatly appreciated. Thank you!
One of my favorite things about Simply Earth is their dedication to help fight human trafficking. With each purchase, 13% of all sales goes to help end human trafficking.
My April box came with 4 essential oils, Castile Soap, recipe cards, and a spray bottle to make one of favorite recipes. The Foaming Hand Soap recipe is first on my list to make!
Essential Oils
- Lemon
- BO Be Gone ( a blend of Patchouli, Ylang Ylang, Sandalwood, Lavender & Sweet Orange Essential Oil
- Tea Tree
- Nutmeg
Getting your Box
Simply Earth's subscription box makes for the perfect gift or monthly surprise to help keep your home safe with pure essential oils.
I have exciting news! I have joined the Squad at Simply Earth and using the code SUBURBIAMOMFREE you can receive $20 towards a future purchase. When you subscribe using SUBURBIAMOMFREE or using my personal link you will receive a $20 gift card with your initial subscription box and every first purchase comes with a BONUS BOX!!!
Bonus Box
The Bonus Box comes with your first purchase. It is packed with so many goodies! My box came with roller balls, bottles to make my own recipes, Coconut Oil, Almond Oil, and Beeswax! What a fun way to start a subscription!
With Mother's Day coming up, you can guess what I am gifting my mother! She was over when I received the box and her eyes lit up! I knew right away this would make the perfect Mother's Day gift!
Comment Below on what oils you'd love to see in your next Simply Earth recipe box. We'd love to know what your favorite essential oil is.
A Christmas Story was a classic in my home growing up as a child. It played on TV all day long. One year we even gifted my father the leg lamp as a gift and as you can imagine...it was a hit! It even came in the Fragile wooden box!
As Christmas approaches and family begins to make their way to town, I can't think of a better way to spend quality family time other than attending A Christmas Story The Musical at The Fox Theatre! A Christmas Story The Musical is making it's way to Detroit and it's a must see!
From the songwriting team behind the smash hit Tony Award-winning musical Dear Evan Hansen and the Academy Award-winning film La La Land, A Christmas Story, The Musical, brings the classic 1983 movie to hilarious life on stage at the Fox Theatre as part of the Fox Theatre Series.
A Christmas Story, The Musical chronicles young and bespectacled Ralphie Parker as he schemes his way toward the holiday gift of his dreams, an official Red Ryder® Carbine-Action 200-Shot Range Model Air Rifle (“You’ll shoot your eye out kid!”). An infamous leg lamp, outrageous pink bunny pajamas, a maniacal department store Santa, and a triple-dog-dare to lick a freezing flagpole are just a few of the distractions that stand between Ralphie and his Christmas wish. Chock-full of delightful songs and splashy production numbers, A Christmas Story, The Musical, has proudly taken its place as a perennial holiday classic for the whole family.
Hailed by The Associated Press as “a joyous Christmas miracle,” The New York Times writes “I was dazzled. You’d have to have a Grinch-sized heart not to feel a smile spreading across your face.” A Christmas Story, The Musical premiered on Broadway in 2012 and was a critical and commercial success. The musical was nominated for three TONY Awards® including Best New Musical, Best Original Score, and Best Book of a Musical.
A Christmas Story, The Musical features a festive and nostalgic holiday themed score by composer/lyricist team Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (TONY Award for Dear Evan Hansen, OSCAR for La La Land), with a book by Joseph Robinette, based on the writings of radio humorist Jean Shepherd and the 1983 holiday film favorite. The tour features direction by Matt Lenz, with casting by Alison Franck. TONY Award® winner Warren Carlyle’s Broadway choreography will be reset for the tour by Jason Sparks. A Christmas Story, The Musical features scenic design by Mike Carnahan, with costume design by Lisa Zinni and lighting design by Charlie Morrison. The hounds will play themselves.
A Christmas Story, The Musical is produced by Big League Productions, Inc. Led by President and Executive Producer Daniel Sher, Big League is celebrating its 29th season of producing, general managing and booking Broadway musicals and special attractions for touring throughout North America and the world. For more information visit www.bigleague.org.
Show Times
Thursday, December 20th 8:00 PM
Friday, December 21 at 8:00 PM
Saturday, December 22nd 11:00 AM
Saturday, December 22nd at 3:00 PM
Saturday, December 22nd at 8:00 PM
2 Day Giveaway
A Christmas Story is a classic among many households. What is the story of A Christmas Story in your home? Did you watch this as a child? Is it a tradition to watch as a family? Comment below on your memories of A Christmas Story in your home.
One winner will receive 4 tickets to see A Christmas Story The Musical at The Fox Theatre on Thursday, December 20th at 8:00 PM. Winner will be chosen on December 19th and must be able to provide an email address for receiving tickets. Good Luck!
This post is sponsored by Goldfish Swim School. Thank you so much for supporting Detroit local businesses and establishments. Goldfish Swim School is a family favorite!
I think we all know the feeling we get after Christmas when those toys Santa imagined being a huge hit just didn't have the "wow" factor that the jolly old man wished for. It happens every year. Santa had what he thought to be the perfect gift and there it sits, new, and lonely with a pile of other unloved toys.
Well this year we're getting smart and asking for swim lessons for Christmas! It's the perfect gift from Grandma and Grandpa! The kids are so excited to go to Goldfish Swim School! They even added a swimsuit to their wish list! We will be able to burn energy and get the sillies out each week all while continuing to learn to swim! A bonus is you will even find Grandma and Grandpa coming to watch us swim!
Or how about those days when the kids are bouncing off the walls because they are going stir crazy from being locked indoors? In Michigan we get a lot of those days! Those are the days you wish you had an outlet. Something to do to help burn all that energy bottled up. Not this year! We have a plan.
Goldfish Swim School has the perfect gift package available for the holidays. These packages are available at all locations throughout the Metro Detroit area. It truly is the perfect the gift! I am thankful each week that we have the opportunity to learn to swim while having fun. The kids absolutely love it and yours will too!
I think we all know the feeling we get after Christmas when those toys Santa imagined being a huge hit just didn't have the "wow" factor that the jolly old man wished for. It happens every year. Santa had what he thought to be the perfect gift and there it sits, new, and lonely with a pile of other unloved toys.
Well this year we're getting smart and asking for swim lessons for Christmas! It's the perfect gift from Grandma and Grandpa! The kids are so excited to go to Goldfish Swim School! They even added a swimsuit to their wish list! We will be able to burn energy and get the sillies out each week all while continuing to learn to swim! A bonus is you will even find Grandma and Grandpa coming to watch us swim!
Or how about those days when the kids are bouncing off the walls because they are going stir crazy from being locked indoors? In Michigan we get a lot of those days! Those are the days you wish you had an outlet. Something to do to help burn all that energy bottled up. Not this year! We have a plan.
Goldfish Swim School has the perfect gift package available for the holidays. These packages are available at all locations throughout the Metro Detroit area. It truly is the perfect the gift! I am thankful each week that we have the opportunity to learn to swim while having fun. The kids absolutely love it and yours will too!
Locations around Metro Detroit
- Goldfish Swim School- Ann Arbor
- Goldfish Swim School- Birmingahm
- Goldfish Swim School-Canton
- Goldfish Swim School-Clarkston
- Goldfish Swim School-Farmington Hills
- Goldfish Swim School- Macomb
- Goldfish Swim School- Rochester
The Holiday Package Includes
- Two months of swim lessons
- Waived registration fees
- Family swim passes
- Winter Hat
- Water bottle
The best part is one lucky fish will win a Holiday Gift Package!
How to Enter
- Comment on this blog post below and tell me who you would love to win this package for. Why would they love swim lessons as a gift?
- Once you have placed a comment click on the Rafflecopter giveaway and check that you have made a comment.
- Once you unlock your entry, there are other ways to boost your entries.
- Good Luck!
Enter Here
A winner will be randomly chosen on December 10th. Contest winner must be able to pick up the package at the Rochester location in Michigan. Good Luck!
A good nights sleep, a quiet morning sipping coffee, and an afternoon yoga class is my idea of the perfect Mother's Day!
Unfortunately, Mother's Day is only 24 short lived hours! And during those 24 fast paced hours, most of us are still on mommy duty. Of course my husband helps and tries his best to lighten my mommy load,but the baby still needs to nurse and our toddler interprets "Mothers Day" as a special day to cling to mommy all...day...long. Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining. I wouldn't have it any other way, but truth be told, the day is gone with a blink of an eye. But, there are a few things that would make me feel so much better about myself beyond Mother's Day, such as a yoga or Barre class.
When asked what I would like for any holiday including Mother's Day, I usually draw a blank stare. But this year, I am prepared! I have created a list of gift ideas that will keep on gifting for more than those 24 short lived hours. Check out this list of gift suggestions I've created.
I love yoga! It helps me stay centered and it's a time to slow down and listen to what my body needs. I always leave the mat inspired to be a better mom and healthier me. You can find great deals on yoga passes on Groupon. Every mom deserves a little time to focus on her body and health even if it's only once a week for an hour.
I can't tell you how much energy Barre has brought to my world! I started a few months ago and my energy levels have been much higher and I feel a ton better! Feeling great about yourself goes a long way! To go along with your Barre workout you will need to wear socks and you will want socks that don't slip. Check out these socks for working out during your Barre class.
Some days when I am feeling sluggish I realize I haven't had enough water to drink. As busy moms on the go, it is important that we remember to drink enough water. This bottle does the math for us to make sure we are staying hydrated. With the summer days coming we will be outdoors a lot and this bottle will come in handy on hot days since it is insulated. Let's remember to stay hydrated ladies! Staying hydrated will keep our energy levels up on those busy days. The list of reasons to drink water is endless. Drink up!
I visited a friend for a few days and she reminded me of what a "good" cup of coffee taste like. We ground the coffee beans, heated the water in a kettle on the stove top, and then made the coffee in a French Press. If you are like me, you drink a lot of coffee, but it's not necessarily the "best" cup of Joe. After my visit, I dusted off my French Press and started treating myself to the cup of coffee I deserve!
You know how the story goes! We are all packed in the car and ready to take off and suddenly I realize I've forgotten the kids snacks on the kitchen counter. My shoes are on and taking them off is such a pain but I don't want to track dirt onto the floor so I suck it up and take off my shoes. To simplify my life I have decided to ask for a pair of cute flats that can go with something as casual as yoga pants and dressy enough to wear to work. These Toms are my answer. Every busy mom should be able to quickly slip her shoes on and off! The cool thing about Toms is for every pair purchased they donate a pair to a child in need. How cool is that!
Mommy will you color with me!?! How many times have we heard that line? The new rave is adult coloring. It's relaxing, takes our minds off of things, and fun! Things are quickly changing around here. Now I will be the one asking someone to color with me.
This book is new to the shelves and I've had the pleasure of meeting this author through a few workshops she has held. She is purely a joy to know and full of inspiration. I love to journal. There is something about writing that I find therapeutic and relaxing. I have a collection of journals I've written since high school. It's as if Katie Dalebout has written this book especially for me and you. This is a perfect Mother's Day gift since it encourages us to stop and take a moment to reflect and discover our mom selves.
All items are suggested because I love them, have tried them and think you will love them too! The great thing is, I will receive commissions for any items purchased through the links provided on this page.
Unfortunately, Mother's Day is only 24 short lived hours! And during those 24 fast paced hours, most of us are still on mommy duty. Of course my husband helps and tries his best to lighten my mommy load,but the baby still needs to nurse and our toddler interprets "Mothers Day" as a special day to cling to mommy all...day...long. Don't get me wrong, I'm not complaining. I wouldn't have it any other way, but truth be told, the day is gone with a blink of an eye. But, there are a few things that would make me feel so much better about myself beyond Mother's Day, such as a yoga or Barre class.
When asked what I would like for any holiday including Mother's Day, I usually draw a blank stare. But this year, I am prepared! I have created a list of gift ideas that will keep on gifting for more than those 24 short lived hours. Check out this list of gift suggestions I've created.
Yoga Class Passes
I love yoga! It helps me stay centered and it's a time to slow down and listen to what my body needs. I always leave the mat inspired to be a better mom and healthier me. You can find great deals on yoga passes on Groupon. Every mom deserves a little time to focus on her body and health even if it's only once a week for an hour. Barre Fitness Classes
I can't tell you how much energy Barre has brought to my world! I started a few months ago and my energy levels have been much higher and I feel a ton better! Feeling great about yourself goes a long way! To go along with your Barre workout you will need to wear socks and you will want socks that don't slip. Check out these socks for working out during your Barre class.
Water Bottle
Some days when I am feeling sluggish I realize I haven't had enough water to drink. As busy moms on the go, it is important that we remember to drink enough water. This bottle does the math for us to make sure we are staying hydrated. With the summer days coming we will be outdoors a lot and this bottle will come in handy on hot days since it is insulated. Let's remember to stay hydrated ladies! Staying hydrated will keep our energy levels up on those busy days. The list of reasons to drink water is endless. Drink up!A good cup of coffee!
I visited a friend for a few days and she reminded me of what a "good" cup of coffee taste like. We ground the coffee beans, heated the water in a kettle on the stove top, and then made the coffee in a French Press. If you are like me, you drink a lot of coffee, but it's not necessarily the "best" cup of Joe. After my visit, I dusted off my French Press and started treating myself to the cup of coffee I deserve! Toms Flats!
You know how the story goes! We are all packed in the car and ready to take off and suddenly I realize I've forgotten the kids snacks on the kitchen counter. My shoes are on and taking them off is such a pain but I don't want to track dirt onto the floor so I suck it up and take off my shoes. To simplify my life I have decided to ask for a pair of cute flats that can go with something as casual as yoga pants and dressy enough to wear to work. These Toms are my answer. Every busy mom should be able to quickly slip her shoes on and off! The cool thing about Toms is for every pair purchased they donate a pair to a child in need. How cool is that!
Mommy Coloring Book
Mommy will you color with me!?! How many times have we heard that line? The new rave is adult coloring. It's relaxing, takes our minds off of things, and fun! Things are quickly changing around here. Now I will be the one asking someone to color with me. An Inspiring Book on Journaling
This book is new to the shelves and I've had the pleasure of meeting this author through a few workshops she has held. She is purely a joy to know and full of inspiration. I love to journal. There is something about writing that I find therapeutic and relaxing. I have a collection of journals I've written since high school. It's as if Katie Dalebout has written this book especially for me and you. This is a perfect Mother's Day gift since it encourages us to stop and take a moment to reflect and discover our mom selves. All items are suggested because I love them, have tried them and think you will love them too! The great thing is, I will receive commissions for any items purchased through the links provided on this page.
What are your suggestions for Mother's Day gifts? Do you purchase something nice for yourself on Mother's Day? I would love to hear.
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