Archive for December 7th, 2009
Gift Ideas from a Backyard Mama
December 7th, 2009 | Author: Shannon
Coveralls: This past week, I went from yoga class to shoveling manure in a matter of minutes. When I was knee deep in s**t, it occured to me that coveralls would be a great item on my gift list. Since some ladies go from indoor activites to outdoor activities on the drop of a dime, these warm, durable, doesn’t matter if they get dirty, coveralls can come in mighty handy.
Dr. Hauschka Products: I had the awesome opportunity to get a facial using these wonderful products. I fell in love with the relaxing fragrance of the Lavender Bath Oil. A touch of these products soothes any skin type and moisturizes even the driest skin (from a summer of gardening and a winter of hauling wood!). The gift boxes are affordable and give a wide variety of choices for mamas!
Muck Boots: Well, you might guess at when I added these to my list… let me share the picture, yoga pants, sneakers, and knee deep in wet manure. I spent a good 15 minutes cleaning off my shoes at the end of the day but still have to remember to take those sneakers off when I go to a friends house. Not great. These boots could solve my dirty sneaker problem pretty quickly!
Hot Cocoa: Here in Rhode Island we had a gentle dusting of snow this morning reminding me of how wonderful it is to curl up on the couch with a good book and a cup of hot cocoa. Yummy! I like to know that my joy and serenity is coming without expense to other’s, so Fair Trade Cocoa is my favorite! And what mom will turn away chocolate?
Snugly Pajamas: When I was little, my parents would get my brother and I one nice shared present from Santa, then we’d each get some socks and new pj’s. I always looked forward to a fresh set of ‘jamas to cozy up in after Christmas. Us mama’s who spend so much time nurturing others, can really use a special bit of self-nurturing… these just might fit the bill.
Maple Syrup: Really this is a staple in every house. I love maple syrup on my pancakes and sometimes even on my ice cream! We sweeten most of our baked goods with it too. As a consumable gift, it a great way to keep down the clutter and a cute jar like this one can have lots of uses once the syrup’s gone!
Bomber Hat: A cozy, warm, hat (or hat, scarf, glove set) is a great gift for mama’s who spend lots of time outside with the kiddos. It’s warm- maybe a little dorky- but stylish in an outdoor mama kind of way. Maybe just calling it really functional, fun and cute is the most straight forward description. I have looked high and low for a hat like this… yup I sure hope one ends up in my stalking!
Relaxing Music: Music, meditations or books that can help mom kick up her hard working feet and unwind is a wonderful reusable, valuable gift. This particular CD is a Kundalini Yoga mantra that honors the divine feminine and the mother energy. A great way to strengthen mama from the inside out!
Travel Mug: Many moms spend lots of time on the go shopping, running errands, taking the kids here and there.. buying chicken food! When I am out on the town I like to stop and get a special drink, but I really don’t like it when I clean out my car and there are tons of paper cups. A personalized ceramic mug could make the most special gift for that special woman.
What’s on your Christmas list mama’s?
