Christmas Gift Guide…FOR WOMEN

Christmas presents

Christmas Gift Guide…FOR WOMEN

Christmas is the time for giving, so let me help you cross some items off your list!  The holiday season can be hectic, so I’ve come to love the ease of online shopping! I can put on my favorite PJ’s, pour a glass of wine, sit by the fire, and avoid the mobs of people at the mall. So, what do you get for that woman on your list that loves travel? Here are Ultimate Gifts for Women that Love Travel Check out this Christmas Gift Guide for Women Recap:

2018 Gift Guide for Women: http://mytravelingkids.com/15-ultimate-gifts-for-women-who-love-travel/

2019 Gift Guide for Women: http://mytravelingkids.com/20-ultimate-gifts-for-women-that-love-travel/

2020 Gift Guide for Women: http://mytravelingkids.com/ultimate-gift-guide-for-women-travelers-2020/

2021 Gift Guide for Women: http://mytravelingkids.com/25-perfect-gifts-for-women/


Book Gift Guide Recap

Books, coffee, and flowers

Book Gift Guide Recap

Christmas is the perfect time to share your favorite stories with friends and family.  Maybe it’s the former language arts teacher in me talking, but I think there’s nothing better than getting lost in a good book.   Looking for a good book for someone this Christmas?  These books are full of characters you wish you could meet, lives you’re thankful you didn’t live, and endings that you wish would never come.  Pick some up as gifts or as a treat for yourself that you can enjoy after the craziness of this holiday season. Check out this Book Gift Guide Recap:

2018 Book Gift Guide: http://mytravelingkids.com/my-favorite-20-books-of-all-time/

2019 Book Gift Guide: http://mytravelingkids.com/15-books-that-make-the-ultimate-christmas-gift/

2020 Book Gift Guide: http://mytravelingkids.com/20-books-that-make-the-ultimate-christmas-gift/

2021 Book Gift Guide: http://mytravelingkids.com/20-must-read-books-for-2021/

Best Summer Reads of 2022: http://mytravelingkids.com/25-best-summer-reads-for-2022/

Cookbooks that Inspire Travel: http://mytravelingkids.com/15-cookbooks-that-inspire-travel/


25 Best Summer Reads for 2022

woman reading by the pool

25 Best Summer Reads for 2022

Tomorrow is the FIRST DAY OF SUMMER!!! Is there anything better than lying on a hammock by the lake or sitting with your toes in the sand at the beach? Actually yes…doing it with a book you can’t put down. Here are 25 of the best summer reads for 2022!   Not all of them are new releases.  Some are blasts from the past you might have missed.

Have a fabulous summer!

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The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo

BY: Alma Cuervo

(Yes, I’ve recommended it before…yes, it’s that good!)

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo:  Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband has left her, and her professional life is going nowhere. Regardless of why Evelyn has selected her to write her biography, Monique is determined to use this opportunity to jumpstart her career.

Summoned to Evelyn’s luxurious apartment, Monique listens in fascination as the actress tells her story. From making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the ‘80s, and, of course, the seven husbands along the way, Evelyn unspools a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. Monique begins to feel a very real connection to the legendary star, but as Evelyn’s story near its conclusion, it becomes clear that her life intersects with Monique’s own in tragic and irreversible ways.

 

The Upstairs Wife

By: Rachel Hawkins

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25 Perfect Gifts for Men

man wrapping gift

Time to start shopping for those sweet men in your life.   Here are 25 Perfect Gifts for Men that he is sure to love!

Beef Jerky Slicer

Beef Jerky Slicer

Professional Beef Jerky Slicer: Making jerky doesn’t get any simpler. This meat slicer set comes with everything you need to make delicious jerky. It includes a premium meat jerky slicer, professional 10” chef’s knife, knife guide rails, safety finger guard, recipe book and instant pro seasoning.

Flight Glasses

Flight Glasses in a wooden crate

LEGACY – a Picnic Time Brand Craft Beer Four-Glass Flight Tasting Set: Features a two-tiered, gorgeous acacia wood tray and beer glasses suspended in top shelf. It includes a chalkboard panel across the base and soapstone pencil for beer labeling.  It has a hollowed areas below glasses hold beer caps. It also has handles carved into its sides for easy transport.

iPhone Cup Holder

iPhone Cup Holder

WeatherTech CupFone Cup Holder for Car Phone Mount: Designed using interchangeable base cups allowing you to customize the perfect snug fit. The adjustable phone holder fits virtually all known mobile phones, including those with normal sized protective cases. The base allows phone to rotate 360°, adjustable for viewing from any seat position.  Open access bottom lets you easily charge your mobile device while it is in place. Knob tightens easily and securely locks position

Pickleball Set

Pickleball Set net and rackets

FILA Accessories Pickleball Net Set: Their pickleball paddle set comes with a 10ft net, 4 regulation size outdoor pickleballs, 4-pack wood paddles, and a carry bag. The 10 ft wide mesh net included in this pickleball set is fast and convenient to install and set up in less than a few minutes. This pickleball starter set includes 4-pack paddles with PU grip which most pro athletes use, and the 4 Outdoor Balls are official USA pickleball’s size and weight.

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Perfect Self-Care Gifts

One of the best gifts you can give someone is the gift of self-care.  We do so much for others that we often don’t make time for ourselves and that can lead to burnout and stress.  The act of relaxation, working out, meditation, and pampering are important for a well-rounded life.  Remind those you love that they deserve a little pampering themselves this year.  Here are some perfect self-care gifts:

Massager

Massage Gun Deep Tissue, Hethtec Handheld Muscle Massager:   After a long day of adventures, your muscles may need some pampering.  This strong massager can boost athletic performance and can be used with pre-workout warm-ups and post-workout recovery routines.   It has 5 speed high-intensity vibrations so you can choose how strong it is.  I also like that it Includes 6 massage heads so you can relax different muscle tissues. I also like that it has a carrying case so you can keep all the parts together.

Facial Kit

Alana Mitchell At Home Facial Kit: Their facial skin care products kit includes a spa-quality collagen peel off face mask, pumpkin face cleaner cream, Vitamin C face moisturizer, hyaluronic serum, peptide eye cream, and a face exfoliator sponge. It’s effective for normal, dry, oily, combination, or sensitive skin types, with products that cleanse, tone, moisturize, tighten.

Heating Pad

GENIANI Extra Large Electric Heating Pad: This heating pad is wonderful to sooth aching muscles.  It is also good to relieve cramps.  I like that it has a low, medium, or high-temperature mode. It is soft so it feels nice on your skin.  I also like that it is machine washable.

Tea Pot

STNTUS Glass Teapot: The teapot is large and can hold a lot of water.  It has a wide handle and the spout keeps the water from splashing. The teapot can make both tea and coffee or just to boil water. You can clean it in the dishwasher, but hand-washing is suggested.

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25 Perfect Gifts for Women

christmas gift held in front of a christmas tree

Christmas is the time for giving, so let me help you cross some items off your list!  The holiday season can be hectic, so I’ve come to love the ease of online shopping! I can put on my favorite PJ’s, pour a glass of wine, sit by the fire, and avoid the mobs of people at the mall. So, what do you get for that fabulous woman on your list? Here is  my 2021 list of 25 Perfect Gifts for Women:

Throw Blanket

LOMAO Sherpa Fleece Blanket: Perfect for throw blanket and for your couch, sofa, sectional, loveseat, recliner or bed. This Plush blanket is luxurious, lightweight and warm. This beautiful comforting snugly blanket is designed for luxurious feel and elegance.  It comes in a large variety of colors and 5 sizes.

Magnetic Bag Hook

leather magnetic bag hook

Bagnet: Bagnet Tori, Leather Magnetic Bag Hook: Bagnet is designed to attach to metal restroom stalls which keeps your bag off the floor and germ free! You can use it on chairs +bar stools, table bases + tops, under bars, on vehicles, at the gym and more! Holds up to 8 lbs. Bagnets are designed to support bags of all shapes and sizes and has an easy-to-use clip.

Ugg Slippers

fuzzy white Ugg Slippers

Koolaburra by UGG Women’s Batya Slipper: My feet sometimes get too hot when I’m wearing a closed slipper and Uggs has designed the perfect solution.  Your feet feel cozy without getting overheated. It has a faux fur strap and faux fur insole.  The faux fur insole is soft on the bottom of your feet. It comes in several colors.

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Perfect Gifts for Teen Girls

Are you wondering what is popular with teenage girls for Christmas this year?  They can be tough to shop for, but these items may be the perfect presents to put under your tree.  Here are 30 perfect gifts for teenage girls.  Happy shopping!

 

Gel Nail Kit

Joytii 16 Pcs Gel Nail Polish Kit with UV Light: This salon-level manicure set includes everything you need to prep and create fabulous nails!  It’s perfect for beginners. This gel nail polish kit includes 12 gel polish colors, 1 matte gel top coat, 1 glossy top coat,  1 base coat,  1 reinforced gel polish, 1 manicure Tools kit and a portable UV LED nail curing lamp. Your teens will love the colors it comes with.

 

DIY Boba Kit

MILK+T, The Complete DIY Boba Tea Kit: 1 oz of loose-leaf black tea leaves, 1/2 pound of uncooked Grade A boba balls, 2 cups of high quality brown sugar, and 4 plastic boba straws. I love that this kit includes a guided-video tutorial. They simply scan the QR code inside the kit!

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20 Must-Read Books for 2021

book wrapped in cream colored wrapping paper with pinecone and holly on it.

Nothing is better than getting wrapped up in a good book.  The characters become friends and you stay up late flipping the pages and telling yourself you’ll read just a few more.  Books make the perfect Christmas gift… or a little treat for yourself to get you through the hectic holidays.  Here is my recommendation for 20 Must-Read Books for 2021:

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20 Must-Read Books for 2021

When We Believed in Mermaids (***Top Pick)

By: Barbara O’Neal

When We Believed in Mermaids:

Her sister has been dead for fifteen years when she sees her on the TV news…

Josie Bianci was killed years ago on a train during a terrorist attack. Gone forever. It’s what her sister, Kit, an ER doctor in Santa Cruz, has always believed. Yet all it takes is a few heart-wrenching seconds to upend Kit’s world. Live coverage of a club fire in Auckland has captured the image of a woman stumbling through the smoke and debris. Her resemblance to Josie is unbelievable. And unmistakable. With it comes a flood of emotions—grief, loss, and anger—that Kit finally has a chance to put to rest: by finding the sister who’s been living a lie.

After arriving in New Zealand, Kit begins her journey with the memories of the past: of days spent on the beach with Josie. Of a lost teenage boy who’d become part of their family. And of a trauma that has haunted Kit and Josie their entire lives.

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo (***Another Top Pick)

By: Taylor Jenkins Reid

The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo: Monique is not exactly on top of the world. Her husband has left her, and her professional life is going nowhere. Regardless of why Evelyn has selected her to write her biography, Monique is determined to use this opportunity to jumpstart her career.

Summoned to Evelyn’s luxurious apartment, Monique listens in fascination as the actress tells her story. From making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the ‘80s, and, of course, the seven husbands along the way, Evelyn unspools a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. Monique begins to feel a very real connection to the legendary star, but as Evelyn’s story near its conclusion, it becomes clear that her life intersects with Monique’s own in tragic and irreversible ways.

I Found You

By: Lisa Jewell

I Found You: In the windswept British seaside town of Ridinghouse Bay, single mom Alice Lake finds a man sitting on a beach outside her house. He has no name, no jacket, and no idea how he got there. Against her better judgment, she invites him inside.

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Perfect Christmas Gifts for Your Dog

You know I’m a little obsessed in love with my two golden retrievers.  They are my boys and I love them to death.  If your furry little friends have been good this year (well…”good” may be pushing it) then don’t forget that Santa needs to bring them a gift too.  A big sorry to all of the cat owners out there…maybe next year…this year it’s all about the pups! Here are some perfect gifts for your dogs:

INTERACTIVE TOY

INTERACTIVE TOY: This food-dispensing dog toy keeps dogs mentally and physically active while they play.  It is made from hard plastic and it disassembles so you can clean it.  They will love playing with it.

TRAVEL SHOWER

TRAVEL SHOWER:  If your dogs are anything like mine, they love to get dirty!  Walks are better when they roll in mud and they finish every swim by rolling in sand.  This portable shower will let them get squeaky clean before going into the house.  It has a spray nozzle and it rolls up for easy storage.

WATER BOWL

WATER BOWL:  One thing I always would forget is a water bowl for them.  This collapsible bowl is easy to store in the car, in a backpack, or in your purse.  I love that you can clip it to your bag or backpack.  You just pop it open to use it, clean it, and then pop it closed again.  Keep them from getting dehydrated when out having fun.  Holds up to 25 fluid ounces of water or 3 cups of dog food.

AUTOMATIC TENNIS BALL THROWER

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Ultimate Gifts for Teen Boys

As a mom of two girls, I’ve got to thank all my boy-mom friends for these great suggestions of what to buy teen boys.  I’m pretty sure my husband would also love these gifts…and I would like a few too! So, sit back, do some shopping, and let all your gifts come right to your door.  No fighting crowds today! Here are some Ultimate Gifts for Teen Boys.

Enjoy and happy shopping!

Gamer Chair

GTPLAYER Gaming Chair with Footrest:  This chair has it all!  It’s an ergonomic game chair design with free massager lumbar support, headrest pillow, wider and thicker adjustable armrests, an ergonomic shape, larger-size seat cushion, and a sturdy retractable footrest. It can be reclined from 90° to 155°, and the seat-height is adjustable.

LED Lights

65.6ft Led Strip Lights: These LED lights are colorful and durable.  The brightness of the lights strip can be adjusted and offer lots of different colors.  There are 8 lighting modes (jump, fade, flash, etc.) The kit Includes 4 rolls of 16.4 ft LED light strips, power adapter, 44-key remote control, instruction manual, and installation accessories.

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