I have walked through a countless number of stores searching for a Mother's Day gift and I always see the same things. A nice blouse, a trinket for the kitchen, or perhaps a bottle of perfume (do they all smell the same to you too, or is it just me?). After three stores I am tired and frustration begins to set in.
At this point I am asking myself serious questions. Is it ok to get that great "one" gift that Mom loved a few years ago, but maybe in a slightly different style or shape? Will she like it as much and does she really need another? This is the jigsaw puzzle that was my life and I tend to think that I am not alone. Last year I tried something new.
If you read my article "A Little Something Special Goes a Long Way", you will learn that I have a great deal of "gift giving" experience. I have wowed clients time and time again with personalized gift baskets that I found online and I attribute the thoughtful uniqueness of my furnishings as sustaining me through one of the toughest times, if not the toughest time, in the hotel industry's history. A thought occurred to me last year that was one of those things that was right there in front of my face and I did not see it for several years before it smacked me right between the eyes.
Could I get the same type of reaction from Mom on Mother's Day if I show up with a personalized gift basket in hand? Would she talk about the contents for months to come? I gave it a shot and sure enough, it was a HUGE hit! She absolutely loved it! Suddenly the 14k gold Star of David that I gave her a few years back faded into the past. I was now her number one son (of three). In all seriousness, it was a huge success and it brought truth to the saying that sometimes the answers to questions sometime lie within the simplest of solutions.
As a result of my success, I have spent hours searching for personalized items that I have used to wow clients and my Mom, and I have brought them to you via virtual space. I hope that you will find one of my hand picked items to meet your Mother's Day gift needs. From my tiny brain to your computer screen! Good luck in your search and remember that the special day is Sunday, May 8th.
Eric Gans http://www.hospitablegifts.com
Ok, the end of October is approaching, and you desperately... Read More
It is never too soon to begin planning the perfect... Read More
When I think of Valentines Day I think of Chocolates... Read More
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas and the... Read More
Ho, Ho, Ho, Holiday greetings to you!Every year at this... Read More
This is my daughter's first Christmas. Naomi will be nearly... Read More
Berry Manor Inn owner, Cheryl Michaelsen wouldn't admit it, but... Read More
Whether you know him by Eros or Cupid, this son... Read More
Here are 7 classic kid birthday party game ideas that... Read More
According to a recent study by the internet cigar retailer... Read More
Gazing the wide stretched blue carpet, with blows of zephyrs... Read More
Hasn't time flown? Only six weeks to Christmas!Now you may... Read More
Sure, you can call it a Hallmark holiday. But don't... Read More
1. Santa Spends More Than He MakesSanta's paychecks are nothing... Read More
It's your home/your apartment and you want to make it... Read More
Canada's Parks Day falls on July 16'th this year. First... Read More
I am going to make a bold statement. I think... Read More
With Mother's Day approaching fast, it's time to begin thinking... Read More
While most children's birthday parties are held at home, you... Read More
North Pole- The word is out! Due to an "unpublished... Read More
Halloween ? so starts the Holiday Season. The average American... Read More
Choosing gifts for any animal lovers can be quite a... Read More
Regardless of age, almost everyone can remember at least a... Read More
The first known birthday celebrations began among the Egyptians with... Read More
It is holidays time, and you've the money and you... Read More
This weekend as we celebrate Father's Day, take an opportunity... Read More
Valentine's Day is just around the corner which of course... Read More
Let's take a look at a typical Christmas To-Do list:... Read More
Christmas is a magical time of year, both for kids... Read More
Do you ever see those beautiful gingerbread houses during the... Read More
Fun, though they are intended to be, The Holidays can... Read More
Mr. Incredible and Elastiwoman to the Rescue. The Incredibles based... Read More
Every year millions of people exchange chocolates on February 14th... Read More
Choosing a dolphin lover gift may not be as easy... Read More
From the time I was a very little girl, I... Read More
Every year I vow to make Christmas easier, simpler -... Read More
Putting up and decorating your Christmas tree is a holiday... Read More
There are as many as eight possible Valentines Day origins... Read More
The annual holidays can be a very stressful time for... Read More
The stores are decorated in candy hearts, flowers and bears.... Read More
Instead of scouring the mall for gifts this holiday season... Read More
For most people, Labor Day symbolizes the end of summer,... Read More
How to develop and heighten rapport on Valentines Day beyond... Read More
A day to reflect on the accomplishments of working people:... Read More
As the countdown to Christmas day continues, most everyone is... Read More
Now that the hot weather is finally here, we are... Read More
On Father's Day, we celebrate the guys in our lives.... Read More
When Archduke Maximillian of Austria bestowed a diamond ring on... Read More
I love this time of year -- decorations on the... Read More
Holidays are here and so is the spirit of partying.... Read More
Holiday Holiday |