Getting ready for gift giving

I read somewhere it is like 17 weeks before Christmas. Boy does time fly by. Being a parent with 6 children and 2 grandchildren, life is really busy, which seems to make time fly by even more quickly. We have a bit of a money bind due to a shortage with income, as in waiting for Disability to start up which is taking a long time. We knew it would but still money is super tight. I told each of the children to pick one gift they would like and I will try my best to get what they want.

If money happens to be a bit better then expected around the holidays then their might be a bit more, but for now it is one gift and I hope stockings for everyone. I will be thankful if I can at least do that for each of my children and grandchildren.

I was able to score these tags for a good deal and want to do a simple Holiday. I still love the Holidays but with having Fibromyalgia and having pain everyday I needed to cut back so that I will be here for many Holidays to come, and not burn myself out.

Yes I am finally listening to the Dr. but I still feel a bit sad that the Holidays aren't what they once were. I loved all the baking, wrapping, activities, but I have had to pare back quite a bit or else I get overwhelmed as well as depressed because I can't do it all.

So here are these cute tags. Easy to use, simple and will look great on the presents wrapped in either Newspaper or if I feel up to a bit of the wrapping paper I have hidden in the basement from last years clearance sales.

These are great for crafts, cards, presents, gifts, as well as to put prices on in your home made shop of goods. Think gift baskets, special presents for that someone you just knew it would be perfect for.

You can purchase Pack of 100 Kraft Tags with 10m Jute Twine on Amazon.

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Packing essential

Just the right size for travel be it a weekend giveaway, sleep over, or travel by plane. To be honest I don't understand why anyone would need to take a carry on with their shampoo and conditioner on the plane where you sit. I would think bringing full size products for a trip away from home would be much more economical and would be just as safe in the cargo part of the plane. Maybe I am wrong but it just makes sense to me.

Maybe people do it because they only have a carry on, or maybe they do it because they are afraid the airport will lose their luggage, which I can understand. No one wants to go out and find shampoo and conditioner while they are on vacation, when they should be enjoying themselves.

So here are these cute little bottles that can be filled with lotion, shampoo, conditioner, or other products you might need for a short trip away. I know when I was younger my mother bought me a set that was not soft like this, the bottles were hard and rigid. I still thought they were fun and got me through lots of sleep overs and church camps through the years.


You can purchase the Vumos Travel Bottles set with bag on Amazon.



VUMOS TRAVEL BOTTLE SET: KEEP YOUR ESSENTIAL TOILETRY PRODUCTS SAFELY STORED IN YOUR CARRYON

Would you like a selection of travel bottles that can hold a variety of your toiletries?

Made of tough silicone that's been designed to last, our travel bottles can be used for storing up to 3 ounces (89ml) of shampoo, body lotion, soap, or one of your favorite face or body creams!

Their leak proof design ensures that they won't make a mess of the EVA bag (or even worse, your carry on), preventing potential product wastage that's unavoidable with most competing products!

The bottles are labeled so you can easily identify the contents - the label can be changed by twisting the collar.

The Vumos Silicone Travel Bottle Set is TSA approved as the bottles are less than 3.4oz and the high quality EVA bag is clear for easy inspection.

The travel bottles range in size (2 x 3oz, 1 x 2 oz and 1 x 1.25 oz) and are useful for shampoo, conditioner, soap, body lotion etc.

They come in a beautiful EVA bag that will keep them all stored neatly in your carryon. No more digging through the luggage for each bottle!

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Portable Art Easel

What a wonderful to instill the love of art in your children or another adult. This easel is portable, had a drawer to hold your tools, and has a nice handle to carry it around with.

My daughter fell in love with this when it came in so I guess this will be hers. My husband loves the way that the easel can be positioned at different heights for your comfort, the drawer is really nice . The drawer even has a lock so that it won't come open while you are carrying the easel around.

Great product made from wood that will be a great piece for many years in your little or big artists life. Wonderful gift idea.


You can purchase US Art Supply Portable Easel on Amazon.
What US Art Supply has to say about their product. 

US Art Supply Solana Adjustable Wood Desk Easel with Drawers Features & Specifications:
- Portable tabletop storage box that converts to a painting easel with 1 easy adjustment
- The easel incline adjusts to four positions and will accommodate a canvas up to 11" x 14"
- An easel that adjusts to four different positions
- Has a drawer with three compartments to hold brushes, and other essential gear
- Cleverly designed and light-weight yet sturdy and portable
- The drawer latches securely for storage or travel
- Fully assembled
- Accommodates canvas art and prints up to 11 x 14 inches
Box Easel Size: 13-3/8"Wide x 10-1/4"Deep x2" High, (Adjusts to 11"High)

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The new toy in town

Looking for a new toy for your family this year? Some think of it as a game, while others a toy. Great for hand eye coordination, while expanding the mind. Even adults will find this irresistible to put down because you want to be able to do all four sides. Kind of like a rubics cube meets the ball and cup game.

Great for birthdays, gifts, stocking stuffers, something for those who have everything. Go head give it a try, you will be hooked to or least find yourself coming back to it again and again to see if you can do better.

Simple enough for a child but nice enough on the eyes to keep out instead of stashing away in the toy box. Leave it on the coffee table sure to be a talk piece.


You can purchase the Woodtellect Toys Kendama on Amazon.

What Woodtellect Toys has to say about their product.

• Premium and original Woodtellect Kendama
  Pro style durability and traditional size
  Includes our how-to E-book!! Also backed by our satisfaction guarantee!
  Addicting Japanese game that tests your hand-eye coordination!
  Great gift for anyone looking for hours of fun!

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Make sure to pack lunch

How much money can each of us save if we pack lunch from home for either work or school. How about outings with the family? I know we usually just go to a restaurant when we go our for the day, but money has gotten very tight or near non-existent so making the most of our dollars is very important.

Packing a healthy lunch , breakfast, or dinner to eat while away from home is really easy with this hot or cold thermo lunch box. Keeps food warm for up to 4 hours and cold up to 6 hours. Grab a few so everyone will have their own. This is the 16 oz size great for a side salad, sandwich, or even a entree.



Easy to use, comes with step by step instructions. Not microwave or dishwasher safe. Do not immerse into water. Now when you eat away from home you will know just what is in your food because you prepared it yourself. Great for school, work, picnics, day trips, hiking, etc.



You can purchase the Pinnacle Lunch Box on Amazon.



What Pinnacle has to say about their product.

High-quality insulated lunch box that keeps your food warm for up to 4 hrs. and cold for up to 6 hrs.
• 18/8 stainless-steel interior and leak proof design makes it the ideal lunch box to take for school,office,travel...
• Wide bowl shaped opening makes it an easy eating experience.16 Oz. capacity
• For best results lunchbox must be filled to full capacity
• Hand wash only,not microwave safe,B.P.A. free

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