Let’s face it, even though I know the end of the school year is coming, I am always the parent struggling to think of last minute teacher appreciation gift ideas. I think about it, even a month or more before, but I still find myself down to the wire trying to decide what to buy and… Read More >
Special Occasion Gifting Yes, we all love the holidays and many of us celebrate every holiday we can possibly find. I know I sure do! But when you’re thinking about gift-giving occasions, it’s not all about the holidays. Special occasion gifting is important too! Special occasion gifting is important, if not more important, for other… Read More >
Are you looking for great fall fruit gifts? Whether you need a hostess gift, a care package, or a back-to-school gift, fruit is always a great option. Now that the growing season is coming to a close, packaging up the season’s best into a nice gift is the way to go. Here are some of… Read More >
If you’re anything like me, you agonize over giving a great any occasion gift. I freely admit I buy Christmas gifts in July when I see something I know someone on my list will love. But sometimes you need to get a gift for someone you don’t know all that well. And if you don’t… Read More >
Struggling with creative gift wrapping ideas? Remember when you were young how your mom would say, “Just make me something,” when your six-year-old self asked what she wanted for Mother’s Day or her birthday? Well, your sweet Mom wasn’t just teaching you how to save pennies. She was teaching you that she not only loved… Read More >
It’s after Labor Day, and most schools are again in session. So here’s a bit of back-to-school advice. When my daughters went off to college, I advised them about balancing bank accounts, safety, and getting along with roommates. And I offered them a few suggestions about what I know best: How to please a professor…. Read More >
