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International Mothers Day around the World

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Celebration Dates

International Mothers Day is celebrated on the 2nd Sunday in May. Every year the date changes, but it’s always celebrated the same weekend in May. Mothers Day is celebrated around the world in different countries at different times of the year.

However many countries including Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, India, China, and Japan all celebrate on the same date. The very first Mother’s day service was observed back in 1908. That’s a whole lot of years of love for mom.

International Mothers Day is among the top 10 celebrated holidays. I mean it is probably not that surprising since we all owe our mom’s something for us being here.

Gift Ideas

If you are looking for some last minute gift ideas for International Mothers Day, here are a few of our favorite ideas!

  • For those mom’s who are fashion lovers check out My Amelia James
  • Moms who are interested in getting more organized check out Day Designer. Don’t forget to check out their freebies section!
  • Don’t forget about those Mom’s who are interested in learning more about CBD oil and all its benefits.
  • Sentimental items such as pictures always make great gifts! So check out the great selection at Mixbook.

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10 Valentines Day Date Ideas that are Simple and Easy

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Valentines Day is right around the corner, and while my husband and I enjoy each others company, we’ve never been big fans of over the top holiday celebrations. That is why we thought others could benefit from some simple and easy Valentines Day Date ideas.

1. Recreate a date from the past

Pick your favorite past date and recreate it. Whether this is a walk in the park or an ice skating night or maybe a little cozy time together on the couch, it’s sure to be a hit for a Valentines Day Date.

2. Cook a meal at home you both enjoy

Every Valentines Day Date I’ve been on has involved food. Now I don’t think food has to be involved, but you are going to need to eat that day anyway. Why not kill two birds with one stone so to speak and make a nice meal you enjoy.

3. Go away together for the weekend

This doesn’t have to be fancy. Get a hotel in your town even, get away together. Visit a nearby city you’ve been meaning to explore or find a way to go camping together for the weekend. Whatever you do, do it together.

4. Get dressed up and watch a movie

No one said you had to spend a ton of money to have a lovely Valentines Day Date together. Pick out a theme or dress in nice clothes and stay home and watch a movie together.

5. Turn off the phones and play board games

This idea might be hard just because I am asking you to give up your phone for a night. You can do anything but be committed to whatever you are doing. For us, this is usually some board game night.

6. Do a Scavenger Hunt

Scavenger hunts can be fun, but sometimes we make them too complicated. Make it easy on yourself by using a pre-made list and using some theme. Since we are talking about Valentines Day Date ideas a love or heart theme would be cute.

7. Write down Memories of favorite moments and then read them

This is an especially fun date night idea if you have to keep the kids around. Everyone can participate by writing down their favorite memories over the past year. Once everyone has completed this task as part of your Valentines Day Date, read them all out loud so everyone can remember those moments.

8. Make some homemade products for pampering

There are so many great DIY recipes you can make on Pinterest. Try making bath salts or fizzes for a spa-like feel. Plus once you are done making them you get to use them! It’s like a spa night at the house!

9. Go to a movie

This is a very traditional idea. However, there is a reason traditional options are a tried and true favorite. A good movie is soothing to the soul. Plus sneaking in a romance now and then is fun too!

10. Find a fancy restaurant and go out to eat

Going out to eat at a nice place in town is a sure hit for your Valentines Day Date. Don’t hold back and find that place you’ve meant to visit. Make sure if the area is super popular you are making reservations.

No matter what you do this Valentines Day, I hope you do it with love and laughter. Enjoy the times you get to spend with family and friends.

5 Gifts For the Woman Who Wants Nothing

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I am surrounded by women who tell me they don’t need anything for the holiday, birthday’s, etc. So what do you get them? Afterall I’m not about to really get them nothing. Below are some gifts for the woman who wants nothing.

Gifts For the Woman Who Wants Nothing

  1. Planners
  2. Java Momma
  3. Essential Oils
  4. Clothing and/or Accessories
  5. CBD Products

 

Planners

You kind of can’t go wrong with planners. Afterall, everyone can appreciate a little extra organization in their lives. One of my favorite places to get a quality planner is Day Designer. Some of these planners you will see at retail stores near you such as Target.

Navy Floral Day Planner for the women who say they want nothing. #empowering #goals #planner #dayplanner #lifegoals

Java Momma

For all your coffee and tea loving women this is the gift they want. Then again if they don’t like coffee or tea you are sure to find something they will enjoy. From mugs, hot cocoa, body products to your typical coffee and tea options you are sure to find something for every woman in your life with Java Momma!

Pumpkin Spice Latte Body kit by Java momma. The gift for the women in your life and even those who say they want nothing.

Essential Oils

For the more health concious amoung us you may want to consider some essential oils, makeup, or supplements. These natural oils can help you and your family live more chemical free. I love Young Living but there are others out there too that produce quality therapeutic oils.

Young living Savvy brushes for this holiday season. Give a great gift to a woman who says she wants nothing. #holidaygift #youngliving #essentialoils

Clothing and/or Accessories

We all need clothing. So I’m sure the women in your life will appreciate a nice shirt, scarf or jewelry. For some immediate idea check out Style Me AJ!

Style me AJ Jewelry for the women who say they don't need a gift. #stylemeaj #ameliajames #ambassador

CBD Products

Something seemingly newer to the market this year is a wide range of CBD products. One of the many companies that offers a wide range of products is Cannabidiol Life. They have some great resources on what CBD oil is and how you can use it. They have many products from straigh oil, gummies, chocolates, etc. Check them out!

CBD Gummies #cbd #edible #cannabidiol

I hope you enjoyed our list of gifts for the woman who wants nothing. Please let us know if you have other ideas for gift giving opportunities for the women in your life.

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The Best Christmas Playlist for Inspiration

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When you talk to people you realize that the holiday’s often inspire us in different ways. I enjoy curling up with a good book, some warm apple cider and a friendly fire peacefully burning, and listening to some great Christmas tunes. When I look around at the hustle and bustle many of us find ourselves in during the holidays, it makes me want to spread joy and happiness and Christmas music seems to do that for us. Everywhere we go we hear familiar melodies, and you can’t help but smile. So to help get you in the holiday mood, I’ve assembled a quick Christmas playlist of some of my favorites.  Please share this list with your family and friends too!

Christmas Playlist:

  1. Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas – Coldplay
  2. Angels we have heard on high – Josh Groban and Brian Mcknight
  3. Do you hear what I hear? – Deas Vail
  4. O Holy Night – Celine Dion
  5. Santa Looked a lot like Daddy – Garth Brooks
  6. A Soldiers Silent Night – Father Ted Berndt
  7. Baby, it’s cold outside – Norah Jones and Willie Nelson
  8. White Christmas – Matt Wertz
  9. Let it Snow! – Frank Sinatra
  10. Santa Baby – Madonna
  11. All I Want for Christmas is You – Mariah Carrey
  12. Walking in a Winter Wonderland – Matt Wertz
  13. Underneath the Tree – Kelly Clarkson
  14. Mary, Did you Know – Kenny Rogers
  15. Santa I’m right here – Toby Keith
  16. Gold and Green – Sugarland
  17. Run, Run Rudolph – Luke Bryan
  18. Where are you Christmas – Faith Hill
  19. Let it be Christmas – Alan Jackson
  20. Christmas Cookies – George Strait

Christmas Playlist

I hope you enjoyed my Christmas Playlist, now tell me what some of your favorites are so I can add them to the list for everyone! Feel free to check out our Patriotic Playlist too!

Feel free to contact me and give me additional ideas on what you would like to see on a future playlist. I would love to hear from you!

Patriotic Playlist

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As we gear up for summer I’ve realized that songs are so essential to our American lifestyles. It’s hard to imagine yourself having a good time without a little music playing in the background. Whether you are out for a drive, attending a party or sitting around the house; music is the perfect backdrop.

As the 4th of July quickly approaches I put together a list of my favorite songs in what I hope is a useful Patriotic playlist. I had a hard time picking less than a million songs, but here they are in no particular order, I hope you enjoy!

A collection of 15 Patriotic songs that are sure to be a hit for your summer parties. #summer #party #patriotic #playlist

Patriotic Playlist

  1. Firecracker by Josh Turner
  2. American Girl by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
  3. Born in the U.S.A. by Bruce Springsteen
  4. American Honey by Lady Antebellum
  5. Sweet Home Alabama by Lynrd Skynrd
  6. Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue by Toby Keith
  7. America the Beautiful by Blake Shelton and Mirada Lambert
  8. Party in the U.S.A. by Miley Cyrus
  9. Firework by Katy Perry
  10. Made in America by Toby Keith
  11. American Idiot by Green Day
  12. White America by Eminem
  13. American Saturday Night by Brad Paisley
  14. R.O.C.K. in the U.S.A. by John Mellencamp
  15. Living in America by James Brown

There are so many more amazing song choices that I could list but that would take forever. So as you prepare for your summer BBQ, family gathering or summer drive this patriotic playlist should help you get started. Hopefully this list is just what you need to kick back, enjoy life and enjoy the good ole’ USA. If you have suggestions for other playlists you would like to see please contact me!

A collection of 15 Patriotic songs that are sure to be a hit for your summer parties. #summer #party #patriotic #playlist

If you would like to see other craft, recipes or just need some Fourth of July inspiration come follow me on Pinterest where I have created a Red, White and Blue board dedicated to just that!

Free Easter Coloring Pages and Non-Candy Basket ideas

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Easter Coloring Pages

There is no easier way to keep kids busy than to get them to sit down and color. I’ve created some quick Easter Coloring Pages for your kids to enjoy. (Hey it’s ok if the adults use them too!)

For additional craft and dessert ideas for Easter come on over to Pinterest and check out my Easter Ideas board.

Can you believe that Easter is right around the corner? I know that especially when my daughter was young we were always looking for quick and easy things for her to do. Click To Tweet

Easter Basket Ideas – Non-Candy

In addition to Easter coloring pages, there are lots of things you can put in your kids Easter baskets that are not candy. I always figured my daughter got enough candy around the holidays between school and family gatherings that other than a chocolate bunny I didn’t want to add to the sugar rush.

Feel free to get creative about your basket choices too. Pails, sand buckets, hats, jars, coolers, lunch boxes all make awesome baskets. Bonus these items don’t leave you with a pile of unused baskets after Easter is over.

Here were some of our favorite Non-Candy Basket items:

  1. Easter outfit (This is great for any age)
  2. Stuff Animals
  3. Umbrella (Or other spring items)
  4. Bath Toys
  5. Finger Paint
  6. Glitter Glue
  7. Crayons (to go with your Easter coloring pages)
  8. Game balls such as basketballs, footballs, soccer balls, etc.
  9. Books
  10. Gift Cards
  11. Blankets
  12. Movie Tickets
  13. Brain teasers
  14. Board Games
  15. Lego toy sets

Easter Clothing

While the kiddos are busy coloring you may be searching for the perfect Easter outfit. Pop on over to see all the great fashion outfits available through My Amelia James.

Here is where you can download and print your Easter Coloring Pages.

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