Friday, March 16, 2012

Easter Baskets!!

We know how busy you can all be so we are here to help. We made some sample Easter baskets and have some pictures to share with you. If you would like some help in the Easter basket department you can contact us at CaringExpressionsGiftBaskets@gmail.com.


A sweet treat perfect for any adult or teenager. It can be personalized with the favorite candies of any recipient.




 Perfect for a family. Include something that the parents need, a couple of favorite candies and something for the kids.




 A baby boy basket. Include puffers, a couple of soft foam balls, his first car and a chalkboard for the parents to write notes on.




A boy basket. Include a chalkboard and sidewalk chalk, mini nerf footballs, a little puzzle and a couple balls. Perfect to encourage some outdoor fun and possibly get them out of mom's hair for a couple minutes.

We can make personalized Easter baskets or ones similar to above. Let us know what you need and we would gladly help you out.

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

What to give this Easter...

As a kid I loved easter! Those easter egg hunts were always a blast, the new dresses were always so pretty and my easter basket had candy that I loved. As a new mom I am looking forward to making Easter as special for my child as it was for me. But as a mom of a 8 month old I need to come up with an idea that does not include the miles and miles of Easter candy that is at the stores. Also as a mom I think that easter baskets should have things other than just candy. So I have been trying to brain storm and I have come up with a few ideas.

For a baby why not include some puffers (those desolvable little treats) or a new baby food that they haven't tried. Baby Einstein dvds or a special toy that they seem to like in the store are always a good idea. You could include a new outfit if they aren't stockpiled with clothes already. You could also include something that they need like formula, bath wash or lotion. Some parents may appreciate a basket that helps them as well.

For a toddler you could include bubbles and a coloring book/crayons. A kite in the spring time is always a fun activity as well. You could include hot wheels or small dolls. There could be some candy but make sure to check with the parents first!

For those kids that are a little older you could include maybe a video game or a board game. How about putting some water balloons in the basket and encourage a fun and entertaining water balloon fight. You could include a diary and some colorful pens for a girl. You could include a football, soccerball or baseball/glove. Encourage some creative expression and outdoor fun. Include paints, paper, scissors, glitter and glue so they can create art and crafts. Don't forget to include a special treat!

Now as adults it is important to not forget eachother. I mean we could all use something every once in a while that makes us feel special, important and appreciated. So don't forget to let your spouse, significant other and your parents know that they are special this Easter too.

Sunday, March 11, 2012

Give a little love and support!

Everybody needs a little love and support once in a while. Sometimes this is the best gift that could ever possibly be given. I was at a memorial today and was reminded of how much that show of support and love means to people. A hug, a shoulder to cry on, being someone to lean on or a listening ear are incredibly wonderful gifts that don't fit in a basket but trust me when I say that they mean the world.

It is also incredible to me when people show love and support to those they have never met. Charities are wonderful in the sense that they are supporting those who truly need it and people can provide this to someone they would have never known. There are so many causes out there and wonderful ways to give your time, support, love and even money to. There is one cause that is near and dear to me. It is a program for Chron's and Colitis to help find a cure. Why is this special to me? Someone that I know and love suffers from Colitis. He is an incredible person and anything I could possibly do to help find a cure I would be willing to do. This program helps those that are in my area that suffer from this and raises money to fund research. If you want to learn a little about the disease or the organization or donate to this cause you can from here  http://online.ccfa.org/site/TR/2012TakeStepsWalk/Chapter-GreaterLosAngeles?pg=team&fr_id=3109&team_id=102953

Take some time today and show a little love and support. Find that special cause that hits near home or that person that could use a little extra help. You would be surprised how that gift can not only make that person or organization feel better but you as well.