2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide – The Sweetest Love Bouquet

Jan 272009
 


iconicon We mentioned The Sweetest Love Bouquet
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Nothing says “Romance” better than an elegant, gorgeous bouquet of Roses! My favorite this year is The Sweetest Love Bouquet.
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In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, 1-800-Flowers.com has joined forces with Grammy-Winning R&B singer Robin Thicke to create “The Sweetest Love Bouquet,” inspired by his hit song of the same name. Who better to create an ultra-romantic bouquet than the king of sexy and sultry himself! The bouquet combines classy and modern elements and is sure to be a hit for lovers everywhere this season. Check it out today!

Price: $89.99

The Cruzin Cooler

Jan 272009
 
http://www.cruzincooler.com/

photo courtesy of http://www.cruzincooler.com/

I’m pretty honest about the fact that I refuse to grow up! It drives my wife crazy, but life is too short and there’s just too much fun to be had or me to worry about something as mundane as growing old! In fact, I’d wager that for most guys the passage of time means nothing! We still wear baseball caps, hit the gym and play softball long after our bodies keep telling us that it’s better to stay in the dug-out and watch.

The passion we hold for the fraternity lifestyle of our youth never really goes away. And if the woman in your life understands this she’ll work to play up this quality rather than squash it by insisting you accompany her to the local art museum or the ballet!

If fact if your significant other REALLY LOVED YOU  she’d invest in a CRUZIN COOLER and ride off into the sunset with you!

Just you…her…and 4 six-packs of your favorite beverage casually staying cool in the CRUZIN COOLER. Available only at www.cruzincooler.com

Sure you can keep an ice-chest handy when you pack up the family for a picnic. But how much fun is that? If you have a  CRUZIN COOLER the beverages come to you! The Cruzin Cooler  combines two basic necessities of life: the ability to have cold food or a beverage handy along with the means to get somewhere — without walking!

If this isn’t paradise than I don’t know what is!

The Cruzin Cooler is light-weight, comes in various sizes and colors and is available in gas and electric models, with up to a 10 mile range on electric models and 30 miles on the gas models. Prices range from $300.00 – $700.00. But I ask you: can you really put a price tag on true happiness?

Check out these specs:

  Spring loaded foot pegs    External fuel fill gas tank 
  Gas and Electric models   Disc brakes
  Snap pin assembly     Tools included
  Backrest/Seat accessories   Drink access lid w/ holder
  Trailer hitch for trailer   Aluminum construction
  Stop switch    Light weight
  Chain drive     24 + Can capacity + 8# ice
  13 mph top speed   Assorted Colors
  Decals available   More models coming
  Very maneuverable    Aluminum rims

 Add on a 120 day guarantee and you’re ready to roll!

I’ll be kicking and screaming as I fight off aging all the way to the social security line. And if I DO have to go I’ll RIDE on the Cruzin Cooler from cruzincooler.com – cuz quenching your thirst was never this much fun!

2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide – Thistle Farms

Jan 262009
 
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Candles. photo courtesy of Thistle Farms.

We mentioned Thistle Farms in our 2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide.

Thistle Farms is a non-profit business that creates (amazing!) natural bath and body products and is run by the women of Magdalene, a residential community for women who have survived lives of prostitution, violence and abuse.

Thistle Farms is revolutionary, grounded and simple. The women of Magdalene create natural healing products that are as kind to the environment as they are to the body. The women have their own organic lavender field from which their lavender products are made. Their balms, candles, sachets, bath salts and body scrubs are made with the purest ingredients, including cotton wicks, soybean-based ecowax, sea salt and virgin olive oil. Each product comes in a recyclable container and includes a Magdalene woman’s story card.

All proceeds from Thistle Farms go to support Magdalene’s houses and residents as well as provide outreach to women who are in jail or still on the streets. To date, Magdalene has raised nearly $5 million. The program receives no federal or state funding.

The products are a great gift, and proceeds support a wonderful cause. I think Thistle Farms’ motto, “Love Heals,” fits perfectly with Valentine’s Day. For more information and to purchase, you can visit http://www.thistlefarms.org/inventory .

2009 V-Beauty Guide

Jan 252009
 

This Valentine’s Day spoil yourself! Here are some ideas:

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Geisha Rouge perfume. photo courtesy of Aroma M.

 

 Geisha Rouge perfume from Aroma M.

Details: Geisha Rouge is warm, beckoning, enticing. Its blend of tonka bean, tobacco and vanilla, combined with cinnamon, star of anise, clove, and sandalwood traditional Japanese incense ingredients–give it a mellow yet racy, smoky, appeal, not unlike that of a gentle, irresistible red flame.

Here is one beautiful, feminine fragrance that is not based on flowers, but on seductive spices and woods that convey the meaning of vivacious sensuality held in check but barely so.

Price: $44.00

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photo courtesy of pinupbalm.com

Pin Up Lip Balm – All Natural Lip Care with Glamorous Retro Flair from pinupbalm.com

Details: Pin Up Balms is a sensational treat for the lips and a feast for the eyes. Made with all natural ingredients, these lip balms are a pleasure to use, and the tins are made to be seen! Cruelty free and not tested on animals, these balms are formulated to help soothe tender lip skin, and come in a convenient slide top tin. Available in over 40 fabulous flavors. Made of natural ingredients.

Price: $4.00

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beautyscoop

photo courtesy of BeautyScoop.com

BeautyScoop is a doctor-developed, clinically proven, safe and effective whole body beauty infusion, that boosts the body’s own regenerative power to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, add shine to hair and strengthen nails. In clinical studies, 86% of users reported improvement of their skin, hair and nails – all three areas – within 3 weeks!

As a pure powder for maximum absorption, BeautyScoop can be mixed into any beverage to provide rapid and long-lasting results. It’s easy!Maintain results with as little as one packet every 2-3 days. Beauty is power! Drink it in. For more info and to purchase please visit www.beautyscoop.com

Price: $95.00 (21-day supply)

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More to come! We also have a few other suggestions in our Valentine’s Gift Guide and in our archives under Gifts for Her .

2009 V-Fashion & Bijoux Guide

Jan 242009
 

The products below are listed in no order whatsoever. We LOVE them ALL! They all make perfect Valentine’s Day gifts! Thank you to all the designers who submitted their gift idea.

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Heart Cufflinks

Heart Cufflinks – Stainless steel cufflinks with heart motifs made with rubber

Details: Made with very durable and long lasting materials, both stainless steel and rubber can withstand the test of time …

Give a pair of these cufflinks to that special someone to show the love you have for them this Valentine’s Day!

Price: $80.

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2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide – Centralized List

Jan 242009
 

Today I am going to start our 2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide. It is going to be a marathon! Each website will have a short individual review; it will take me a few days to write them all so please be patient. We have lots of wonderful gift ideas you can choose from! And the nice thing is that you can purchase them online!

As you know, the idea behind Valentine’s Day is to express your love and to show that you care! You can do it with one gorgeous rose and some chocolate or with a fabulous diamond ring. It is up to you. But remember, you are buying the gift for the person you love not for yourself! 

I want to say THANK YOU to our wonderful readers and contributors. We couldn’t have done it without you!

I gathered the info in this long list (which is not complete yet!). Many more suggestions will be added in the next few days. The links below are randomly listed. Please read their Store Policies before purchasing online.

Aromatherapy, Bath and Body

For a good cause

Gorgeous Flowers:

Books

Personalized and customized gifts

Stylish and Practical

Gorgeous Jewelry

Don’t miss:

Art

Gourmet and Desserts

Clothing and lingerie

Kids and Teens

Flowers and greeting cards

Especially for Men

Arts and Crafts

Updated daily from now (Jan. 13) till Valentine’s Day. Come back soon to see what’s new, read the individual posts on each of them and participate to our GiveAways!

2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide – Mo Ganey Cards – CLOSED

Jan 242009
 

We mentioned Mo Ganey Cards in our 2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide.

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Mo Ganey Cards offers absolutely unique greeting cards, invitations, announcements and custom designed cards! The cards are a terrific way to kickstart Valentine’s Day. A card could be put slipped under a pillow, sent to the office or tucked in a briefcase.

Price: A set of 6 cards is $12.
See available selections at www.moganeycards.com  

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GIVEAWAY

Moganeycards.com offers 1 set of their very unique LovePak cards as a GIVEAWAY. If you’d like to participate, please visit Moganeycards.com and then come back and leave a message with the link to your favorite card! The winner will be announced here on the 10th of February. Good luck!

2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide – MyGeneImage.com

Jan 232009
 

We mentioned MyGeneImage.com in our 2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide.

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photo courtesy of mygeneimage.com

The first time I heard about MyGeneImage.com, I was really intrigued! This is a brilliant idea and would be an excellent choice for a personalized gift! I don’t think you can get more personalized than this!!

What is all about? Well, My Gene Image creates something called DNA Art. You can pick the designs on their website as your background and the gene of choice and they send you a DNA sample collection kit. Once they receive the DNA, they process it and put it into its customized art piece.

It’s a wonderful gift for someone who is a big art lover or just loves personalized objects. Couples can create and hang their DNA art side by side on the wall.

 To purchase, please visit: MyGeneImage.com

Prices:
The digital DNA Art is $120
Canvas art small: $299

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If you have tried DNA Art before, please leave us a message with your experience. Share the love!

How to Give a Romantic Gift

Jan 212009
 
Give a Romantic Gift

Give a Romantic Gift. photo courtesy of Gunna.

Valentine’s Day is approaching and what better time than February 14 to spread some romance? Your loved one will feel the love when  you present them with a romantic gift. Here are some simple steps that will help you give a romantic gift.

Make it Personal

Chocolates and teddy bears are great, but try adding some extra romance by giving your loved one something more personal. A gift that references an inside joke or a shared experience is always a good way to make it romantic.

Be Extravagant

Women especially love to be pampered. It goes back to the fairy tales we grew up reading. Give your loved one something they would never normally buy for themselves. Sweep her off her feet with an extgravagent gift like a spa treatment or pricey handbag and you’ll definitely spark some romance.

Give Something Sexy

A gift that’s only shared between you and your partner can be extremely romantic. Make it something slightly naughty and very personal in order to inject the maximum amount of romance. Keep it private because that’s what makes it even more special.

Show Your Love

Rather than just buying something– try doing something. Some of the most romantic gifts can’t be bought wtih money. Think massages, poems, and homemade meals.

Announce Your Love

Doing something publicly to show how much your honey means to you can definitely be romantic. Set up a surprise at a fancy restaurant or wear a t-shirt announcing your love.

Add Some Candles

Whatever gift you decide on, set your gift exchange to candlelight. Candles set the mood for romance!

2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide – Letters-from-the-Heart.com

Jan 212009
 

We featured Letters-from-the-Heart in our 2009 Valentine’s Gift Guide.

Letters-from-the-Heart is a subscription program that offers higly personalised letters for our most elderly family members. The subscription is for one year; all letters are hand-written and sent out on a monthly basis. It’s the perfect Valentine’s gift for Mom and Grandma’!

The Story and Mission: My words would probably not do justice so I am going to share with you a letter written by Ms. Terry Rose, the Founder of Letters-from-the-Heart.

terry_headshot“Dear friend:

When you are the caretaker of an elderly family member, you become consumed by doctors and medications, overwhelmed by the everyday tasks of bathing, dressing, and feeding, not to mention sleep-deprived due to the stress of working and caring for the other members of your family!

When you are the long-distance adult child of an aging parent, you have the added burden of travel, finding the right eldercare facility, and guilt on top of everything else.

So, it’s understandable that you are not thinking in terms of your elder loved ones losing their spouses and long-time friends, their loneliness, or their feelings of loss of things most familiar to them.

These are the generations who are not computer literate, not sending text messages, and whose disabilities often prevent them from even the simplest efforts at maintaining peer relationships and friendships.

That’s why I created Letters-from-the-Heart™.

This program is not a replacement for family caring but, instead, an enhancement to it. Everyone, no matter how old, needs friendship; a peer relationship they may call their own and a friendship that differs from family caring because it is not focused upon healthcare, but rather upon “heartcare”.

If you are anything like me, you struggle every Mother’s Day and Father’s Day trying to think of a meaningful gift. As we approach these special holidays, honor your parent with the gift of Letters-from-the-Heartâ„¢ and bring the joy of “heartcare” into their lives.

Sincerely,

Terry”

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