Brené Brown’s words inspire our gift list for International Women’s Day – Monday, March 8

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International Women’s Day (IWD) is a global celebration of the achievements of women and a call to action in accelerating women’s equality. Our gift collection for this event includes gifts for expressing gratitude to a mother, grandmother, wife, sister, and girlfriend.

Gifts for a Women’s Day lunch for the family matriarch and her small circle of female care partners are included –  regardless of how few will be able to attend after one year of coping with COVID-19. Will it be a zoom lunch attended by family and significant others?

Our collection could easily fill the basket. The theme continues: “A Gift for Each Day” during the month of March. This month, the gifts are from six departments:

• Baskets
• Books
• Setting the table
• Attire and accessories
• Stress reduction
• DIY – Do it yourself tools

Wicker basket for delivery of “A Gift for Each Day” 

Household Essentials: Tall Wicker Basket with Handles | Natural, Brown

Tall woven basket handmade from water hyacinth wicker. Metal frame provides support for holding blankets, toys, magazines and more. 17.3” (h) x 16.1” (w) x 14.2” (d)  Learn more.

 

Books

A recent publication for every age – including the care partner team

Keep Sharp: Build a Better Brain at Any Age – by Sanjay Gupta, MD

“I wish Keep Sharp  had existed when I was helping take care of my father…” Maria Shriver, Founder, “The Women’s Alzheimer’s Movement”  Learn more.

A book on courage

Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead – by Brené Brown

Dare to read this book by Brené Brown – a down-to-earth expert on vulnerability! Learn more.

 

“Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it’s having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome. Vulnerability is not weakness; it’s our greatest measure of courage.” – Brené Brown

 

Setting the table in observance of Women’s Day – an occasion for offering tributes to matriarchs and expressing gratitude to the care partner team! Write your tribute in the next few days and prepare to read it on IWD. Invite friends, family, and significant others to zoom with you.

Bouquet of fresh-cut flowers

8 stem Stargazer Lily, with vase.

Prime overnight shipping: Orders received Mondays-Thursdays before 10:00 AM PST will arrive next day. Shipped in bud stage: This beautiful flower bouquet ships directly from farms in the flowers’ bud stage to ensure a long life; the blooms will open in 2 or 3 days.

Author’s note regarding “bouquets for every occasion” – We received many floral bouquets at the ranch. One of the most frequently-received flowers was this Stargazer Lily – and in this color. Beautiful – a favorite!  Learn more.

Table Runner 

Woven vinyl table runner:  Wipe clean. Washable. Burgundy red, 12” x 71”.

Woven texture. Protect tables from scratches and stains, lessen friction and add color. Durable. Fully reversible. Great gift for family members and friends.  Learn more.

Paper napkins

“Let’s Celebrate” – Lunch Napkins.

16-count package of 3-ply paper lunch napkins. Approximately 6.5” x 6.5” folded. Learn more.

 

Music CD for setting the table

Sweet Honey in the Rock:  A Tribute – Live jazz at Lincoln Center

Jazz standards, gospel/civil rights anthems, Afro-centric songs, show tunes, blues. This classic album, a 2013 release with powerful acapella singing, is as relevant today as when released. Learn more.

“Maybe stories are just data with a soul.” – Brené Brown

 

Attire:  “Come as you are” 

Masks – Happy Women’s Day

Elastic closure. 100% polyester mask with 2 filters. M-shaped nose clip. Adjustable elastic ear loops suitable for adults, men, women and teens. Learn more.

Speidel original scrub watch – medical scrub colors, easy read dial, second hand, water resistant.

Perfect for nurses and medical professionals. 3-hand quartz movement with highly visible red second hand. Multiple color options: Available in a variety of scrub matching colors and styles. Learn more.

Crocs – classic lined clog – warm and fuzzy slipper 

Warm and fuzzy feeling inside: Designed with function and warmth in mind, the soft and lined Crocs for men and women are great as a slipper but also perfect for running errands. Learn more.

Day or night T-shirt: “Notorious RBG” – Ruth Bader Ginsburg

A conversation-starter for your at-home Women’s Day lunch – to include care partner team and honored matriarch: Who was the “Notorious RBG”? Why does RBG have such a wide-ranging appeal to both women and girls – people of all ages?!  Learn more.

Day or night T-shirt: Rosa Parks

Rosa Parks civil rights shirt for adults, teens, and children.

Another conversation-starter for your IWD lunch – with care partners paying tribute to the family matriarch: Who remembers the year and the historic moment for which Rosa Parks became a public figure? How can we carry on her legacy?

Licensed design: Rosa Parks TM used with permission from The Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self-Development. Learn more.

Women’s extra long striped leg warmer: Wear them for warmth and for fun!  

Add some color and warmth to your day with a pair of thigh-high striped stockings. Poly-cotton blend is both soft and breathable.  Learn more.

Arm warmers – to turn a cold day into a toasty warm day 

Long Arm Warmers with Fingerless Gloves

These knit arm warmers are perfect for women of all ages. Made of acrylic – very soft and warm with a good stretch to ensure a comfortable fit. Learn more.

 

Stress-reduction and relaxation

An inspirational coloring book – for everyone!

Be Fearless In The Pursuit Of What Sets Your Soul On Fire – by Papeterie Bleu

A popular coloring book to promote relaxation – for all ages! Includes quotes for inspiration. Learn more.

Organic spa gift basket

Organic spa gift basket ❤ Safe, natural ingredients ❤ The more we learn about skincare, the more we realize the importance of safe, natural formulas. These bath accessories were formulated with organic coconut oil and 100% pure ingredients. Good to the core, each product will nurture and protect the health of your skin. Learn more.

Decorative throw pillow cover – Love Lives Here

Decorative throw pillow covers. Cotton linen cushion cover. 18×18 inches. For home couch, sofa, bench. Learn more.

“What separates privilege from entitlement is gratitude.” –  Brené Brown

Weekly planner calendar with coloring 

Johanna Basford 2021 Weekly Coloring Planner Calendar

Features include:

Gold foil-accented cover. Spiral binding. Spacious weekly spreads. Detailed illustrations throughout from one of Johanna’s eight best-selling books. High-quality paper stock specially selected by the artist.  Learn more.          

“Best Crafting Books” Learn to craft with these books curated by Amazon Book Review Editor, Seira Wilson.

 

DIY gifts – Do it yourself!

Cordless Drill – For those who do it all!

The Original Pink Box – Cordless Drill

18-volt lithium ion battery with battery charger. Built-in LED light to illuminate work surface. Chuckles drill head. 22 torque settings.

Limited one year warranty. Learn more.

“Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.” – Brené Brown

Women’s long sleeve flannel plaid shirt

What could be more comfortable than a soft, cozy cotton flannel shirt? One to match your cordless drill…?!

100% Cotton. Slim fit, button up long sleeves. Button closure. Machine wash. Classic plaid shirt with collar, long sleeves with 2 chest patch pockets. Side tabs can be buttoned for a shorter length. A perfect length for leggings and boots. Add a belt for a more feminine look. Hand or machine wash. Learn more.

Canvas zippered bag – Keep lots of little things together!

Mother liked organizing her greeting cards, small gifts, and “favorite things” on her table top. She would have liked this for organizing and keeping her favorite things together. And why didn’t we think of this for Miss Ethel? She would have loved it.

Small canvas bag has zippered closure across the top and a removable strap. Measures 8.5” x 5” with coated canvas exterior and a lined interior for durability. Keep supplies together: great as a small cosmetics bag, pencil case, toiletry bag, coin purse or for a cell phone. Fits nicely into a drawer, desk, purse or travel bag. Learn more.

 

Credit:

Source of Brene Brown quotes: “16 Brené Brown Quotes for Coronavirus Times” by Kelsey Michal, Editor, Elephant Journal, April 26, 2020

Author: Susan Troyer