My 17 year-old sister and I are going on a Tropical vacation just a few weeks after her birthday. So for her birthday, I wanted to make her a BIG gift basket filled with travel/hot spot related items. and i need help with ideas.....THANKS in ADVANCE
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Sun/beach themed items: sunscreen big floppy hat for sun protection on face pareo or other swimsuit wrap sunglasses after sun body cream beach towel themed for her interests flip flops/sandals some of her favorite genre books/magazines for beach reading umbrella with cute patterns for sun protection. sundress journal hair clips cute beach bag to hold all this stuff waterproof pouch/bag/hang-around-the-neck thing to keep non-waterproof things dry.
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Creative Christmas gift ideas!!?
Ya, I know it's early, but never too early to start! I like to do creative stuff, like specialty gift baskets or baking or sewing. Any ideas? I have a budget of about $10/gift for about ten friends, mostly girls (age range 18-24) Thanks!
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Add some origami?
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Add some origami?
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dirty gift basket valentine's gift?
Hello i was thinking about getting my girlfriend a gift basket, then adding my own dirty gifts inside (lingerie, lube, sex games, etc) what do you think about this idea?
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Gift suggestions for a friend who is traveling to Ireland?
My best friend is leaving for a school-related trip to Ireland next week and I would like to put together a travel-themed birthday basket. Any books or guides about Ireland would be irrelevant because they will not get to do much sight-seeing and what they do will has already been set-up by the school. Any handy travel miscellaneous items too would also be great. Suggestions?
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How about getting them some various magazines, books, etc... to read while on the plane! Also you could add some things to the basket like gum, a new CD, DVD (if they're taking a portable DVD player), eye covers to sleep on the plane, etc...
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How about getting them some various magazines, books, etc... to read while on the plane! Also you could add some things to the basket like gum, a new CD, DVD (if they're taking a portable DVD player), eye covers to sleep on the plane, etc...
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Need some ideas for a gift!!?
My brother and sister in law want for nothing and I am trying to come up with a good idea for something to get them. I was thinking about a gift basket but a homemade one. No idea what to put in there. They have been married for a little over a year. Any ideas would be helpful!
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How about a good bottle of wine? I dont know much about wine, but I am sure that a high end liquor store clerk could show you some nice ones.
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How about a good bottle of wine? I dont know much about wine, but I am sure that a high end liquor store clerk could show you some nice ones.
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How do I thank the firm that I have been working part time for, when they have reimbursed my expenses for?
visiting their firm two states away? should I send a card, flowers, gift basket, email? I don't know.
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Write a letter...or if it's going to a group a card..short note. That is sufficient! And very thoughtful! If you are hoping for more work a gift basket of food is nice...I've had vendors do this for my employees.
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Write a letter...or if it's going to a group a card..short note. That is sufficient! And very thoughtful! If you are hoping for more work a gift basket of food is nice...I've had vendors do this for my employees.
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Ideas for gift basket for boyfriend!?
So, my boyfriend is turning 19, and im putting together a basket of 19 things, i want some of them to be really corny, and have a purpose too. Like for example, a stuffed animal bear, because he gives great bear hugs. A watch, because of the "time" he spent waiting for me. I need to come up with 19 things... he likes superman alot too... HELP?! Please & Thank you!!
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gum, favorite candy, popcorn, key chain, DVD, Music CD, gift card, favorite cologne, magazine, t-shirt, hat, tickets to a sports game or concert, a book if he's into reading and a bookmark, a sketchbook if he's into drawing, a journal if he's into writing, a Lottery ticket, Homemade cookies Homemade coupons: His favorite Meal Movie night - his choice Body massage Free Hug Free Kiss, etc One free pass next time you are upset with him one free restaurant pick one free day to spend doing something he likes. one day to sleep in with breakfast in bed
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gum, favorite candy, popcorn, key chain, DVD, Music CD, gift card, favorite cologne, magazine, t-shirt, hat, tickets to a sports game or concert, a book if he's into reading and a bookmark, a sketchbook if he's into drawing, a journal if he's into writing, a Lottery ticket, Homemade cookies Homemade coupons: His favorite Meal Movie night - his choice Body massage Free Hug Free Kiss, etc One free pass next time you are upset with him one free restaurant pick one free day to spend doing something he likes. one day to sleep in with breakfast in bed
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I'm preparing a Xmas gift basket for my bf--what to put in it?
besides snacks what other ideas do you have? and do I need to wrap it up?how? thanks!
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i bought a stocking last year for my bf and filled it wil little goodies and some expensive stuff. mostly candy and a his favorite bottle of cologne and other things of sentimental value. cologne boxers movie tickets tokens (for a date, or his hearts desire) lol candy football or baseball tickets video game (if he's into them) a watch engraveagle money clip or other engraveable itmes.. you can find alot on jcpenneys.com good luck but i just shoved everything in a stocking and wrote his name in glitter on top. lol
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i bought a stocking last year for my bf and filled it wil little goodies and some expensive stuff. mostly candy and a his favorite bottle of cologne and other things of sentimental value. cologne boxers movie tickets tokens (for a date, or his hearts desire) lol candy football or baseball tickets video game (if he's into them) a watch engraveagle money clip or other engraveable itmes.. you can find alot on jcpenneys.com good luck but i just shoved everything in a stocking and wrote his name in glitter on top. lol
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Ideas for baby gift basket?
Hello my best friend is pregnant and she's having a girl so I want to surprise her by making a basket full of different things for her soon newborn. Can anyone pitch any ideas of what I can do or put in there?
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A basket is a good idea, I always like putting together an assortment of things too. Baby wash cloths Baby wash,lotion,powders,etc Pacifier Nipples for bottles A bottle brush (never can have to many, they tear up easily) Receiving blankets Booties A cute outfit A picture frame Baby Qtips Nail clippers Infant tylenol/motrin Diapers/wipes Little hair bows (in case she has hair..lol, they sale clip on bows at most stores) Some type of book (for mommy to read to baby) Socks Rattles/teething rings A blanket Really the possibilities are endless, you could really put any type of baby care item in the basket and they would come in handy, never can have to many.
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A basket is a good idea, I always like putting together an assortment of things too. Baby wash cloths Baby wash,lotion,powders,etc Pacifier Nipples for bottles A bottle brush (never can have to many, they tear up easily) Receiving blankets Booties A cute outfit A picture frame Baby Qtips Nail clippers Infant tylenol/motrin Diapers/wipes Little hair bows (in case she has hair..lol, they sale clip on bows at most stores) Some type of book (for mommy to read to baby) Socks Rattles/teething rings A blanket Really the possibilities are endless, you could really put any type of baby care item in the basket and they would come in handy, never can have to many.
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What should I get my sister-in-law having fifth child?
At my sister-in-laws church they are having a tea party shower for her and another lady that is on her 5th child. and they both have everything for a baby and we are soposted to get her a gift of pampering or something. But she don't really paint her nails or do anything fancy they like to go to church alot and do stuff as family she does some sewing and cooking and I know she is not into going to a spa. But what is a cheep way of getting her something or some ideas for somekind of gift basket. Thank You
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some pretty pajamas, a comfortable lounge set to wear while she is home with the new baby, because most women never buy themselves anything like this, they are too busy providing for the kids
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some pretty pajamas, a comfortable lounge set to wear while she is home with the new baby, because most women never buy themselves anything like this, they are too busy providing for the kids
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A gift for my brother?
my brother's birthday is thursday and i am making him a gift basket. he is 15. i am 13. he is into sports and all...but what are some small, cute gifts i can put in the basket?
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sweat bands, Gatorade, energy drink, you could a knit hat with his favorites teams logo on it, a gym sack, energy/protein bars, sports water bottles, socks (may sound silly but my brother plays sports and goes through socks very quickly) or Icy/Hot, always an appreciated gift!
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sweat bands, Gatorade, energy drink, you could a knit hat with his favorites teams logo on it, a gym sack, energy/protein bars, sports water bottles, socks (may sound silly but my brother plays sports and goes through socks very quickly) or Icy/Hot, always an appreciated gift!
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Where can I get a medium sized wooden barrel...one that looks like a whiskey barrel?
I am making a "Beer & Whiskey" themed gift basket for someone and I need a medium sized barrel to use. Something that looks like a whiskey barrel, but not as huge, and I have no idea where I could go to buy one. Any suggestions?
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You can buy mini barrels on eBay or from http://www.1000oaksbarrel.com/. People use these to further mature whisk(e)y. Because they are smaller than the usual barrels used for maturation, a great proportion of the liquid is in contact with the wood surface and it matures faster.
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You can buy mini barrels on eBay or from http://www.1000oaksbarrel.com/. People use these to further mature whisk(e)y. Because they are smaller than the usual barrels used for maturation, a great proportion of the liquid is in contact with the wood surface and it matures faster.
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Help---new business name ideas?
I have a new gift basket business and I need a good name. Nothing too cute and something that can be used no matter how diversified the company becomes. If I pick your name I'll vote for best answer tonight. Thanks!!!
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Little Treasures
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bridal shower poems?
hi i need help..i've made a gift basket for a bridal shower..it's all to do with bath things..soaps,bubble bath,bath beads,etc..a pkg..just for her to relax in a hot bath..now i'd like to include a very nice poem ...any idea's ...thank you in advance...
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links below:) best of luck!!
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Any suggestions on what gifts you can give to a wealthy person when they have already everything.?
I don't know what gifts to be given on their special occasions, such as birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, christmas.Something which they will appreciate. I need some suggestions hence I'm tired of giving them a basket of fruits, foods and cakes. Any suggestions please. Thanks.
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How well do you know this person? Do you know their likes/dislikes/hobbies/interests/etc.? I had a boss who was... well, not in the "donald trump" class, but he was well "padded." For his birthday, I asked his son (who also worked at the firm where I was his father's secretary) what sort of "snack foods" he liked. "Red pistachios." So I purchased a very classy tall, glass jar and filled it with 3 lbs of RED pistachios. HE LOVED IT, and dug RIGHT in! For Christmas, well.. I knew he raised and raced racing pigeons. I went to a "trophy" store... you know the kind where all the bowling trophies, ribbons, etc. are gotten... and I searched their catalogs for a very handsome "Presentation Mug"... it was a regularly sized mug, but "substantial" indeed! It had a spot on the front where a medallion could be attached for whatever sport it was presented for... and I found one with a pigeon. Then, on the base was a small engraving plaque. I had his name handsomely engraved on it. Well... he was just FLOORED by it! He couldn't keep his hands off of it! And after Christmas, when his wife had called him at work, and I had answered the phone, she just HAD to compliment me on that wonderful mug, and she asked, "HOW do you get these ideas?" Well... this is how... I knew his interests, likes, hobbies, and gave it some thought. Oh, the pistachios gift totalled about $30 for jar and nuts, and the mug, believe it or not, was about the same price... so you don't need to spend a LOT of money to make a BIG impression! I hope this helps! Have a polite day.
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How well do you know this person? Do you know their likes/dislikes/hobbies/interests/etc.? I had a boss who was... well, not in the "donald trump" class, but he was well "padded." For his birthday, I asked his son (who also worked at the firm where I was his father's secretary) what sort of "snack foods" he liked. "Red pistachios." So I purchased a very classy tall, glass jar and filled it with 3 lbs of RED pistachios. HE LOVED IT, and dug RIGHT in! For Christmas, well.. I knew he raised and raced racing pigeons. I went to a "trophy" store... you know the kind where all the bowling trophies, ribbons, etc. are gotten... and I searched their catalogs for a very handsome "Presentation Mug"... it was a regularly sized mug, but "substantial" indeed! It had a spot on the front where a medallion could be attached for whatever sport it was presented for... and I found one with a pigeon. Then, on the base was a small engraving plaque. I had his name handsomely engraved on it. Well... he was just FLOORED by it! He couldn't keep his hands off of it! And after Christmas, when his wife had called him at work, and I had answered the phone, she just HAD to compliment me on that wonderful mug, and she asked, "HOW do you get these ideas?" Well... this is how... I knew his interests, likes, hobbies, and gave it some thought. Oh, the pistachios gift totalled about $30 for jar and nuts, and the mug, believe it or not, was about the same price... so you don't need to spend a LOT of money to make a BIG impression! I hope this helps! Have a polite day.
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My boyfriend won't do those sweet little things for me- what do I do?
My boyfriend of over a year is very sweet, funny, good looking- is an all around good catch. However, he doesn't see the necessity of doing sweet little things for me- for ex, his brother went on one date with a girl, and she's going out of town for the weekend, so he made her a gift basket of magazines, candy, etc for the plane ride. I thought that was so sweet! My boyfriend has never done anything like that for me. Don't get me wrong, he takes me out to eat and stuff- and I am grateful for this- but he thinks it is enough. I don't have to have the "sweet little things", but BOY, it sure it would make me feel special to know he actually thought about me when he wasn't around me, for once. Any advice? I'm not trying to be petty, either, so no haters, please. We are in our early twenties. Oh yeah, I got him an Ipod for his birthday, and he got me a showerhead for mine (three weeks later). Should I just learn to live with his lack of effort?
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tell him that the little things matter the most to you and that you would be happy if he gave you things just for no reson sometimes.
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tell him that the little things matter the most to you and that you would be happy if he gave you things just for no reson sometimes.
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Beef Summer Sausage Recipe?
I'm going to hand make my dad a gift basket for Christmas with things he LOVES. I really wanted to make a beef summer sausage for him, and then buy one from Hickory Farms or whatever. Does anyone know a good recipe? Any other ideas as to what I could make (Cheeseballs etc) to throw in there? Thanks!
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this one is from Associated Content Beef Summer Sausage Recipe : This recipe will take 20 minutes of prep time, 2 hr 40 minutes of cook time and will be ready in 1 day 3 hrs. The recipe will yield 5 summer sausage logs. Ingredients you will need: 5 pounds ground beef 4 tablespoons meat tenderizer 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 2 teaspoons ground black pepper 3 teaspoons garlic powder 3 teaspoons brown sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons mustard powder 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns 4 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring Mixing Directions: Step 1: Use a large bowl to combine the ground beef, meat tenderizer, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, garlic powder, brown sugar, mustard powder and the whole peppercorns. Mix all of these ingredients well. Now finish by pouring the liquid smoke over the mixture but do not mix. Step 2: Cover the mixture up and refrigerate for 24 hours. Baking Directions: Step 1: Preheat oven to 150 degrees. Step 2: Remove the mixture from the refrigerator and proceed to mix it all up well. Now roll the mixture out into 1 1/2 x 9 inch logs. Place these logs onto a 9x13 inch baking dish. Step 3: Bake logs for 4 hours. Remove them from the oven and allow to cool before serving. I like cheese logs better than the balls, they look better after dipping into them. Try different wines in you cheese mixture. Here is a link you can loo at lots of different ideas depending on what your Dad likes http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&clien…
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this one is from Associated Content Beef Summer Sausage Recipe : This recipe will take 20 minutes of prep time, 2 hr 40 minutes of cook time and will be ready in 1 day 3 hrs. The recipe will yield 5 summer sausage logs. Ingredients you will need: 5 pounds ground beef 4 tablespoons meat tenderizer 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper 2 teaspoons ground black pepper 3 teaspoons garlic powder 3 teaspoons brown sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons mustard powder 2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns 4 teaspoons liquid smoke flavoring Mixing Directions: Step 1: Use a large bowl to combine the ground beef, meat tenderizer, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, garlic powder, brown sugar, mustard powder and the whole peppercorns. Mix all of these ingredients well. Now finish by pouring the liquid smoke over the mixture but do not mix. Step 2: Cover the mixture up and refrigerate for 24 hours. Baking Directions: Step 1: Preheat oven to 150 degrees. Step 2: Remove the mixture from the refrigerator and proceed to mix it all up well. Now roll the mixture out into 1 1/2 x 9 inch logs. Place these logs onto a 9x13 inch baking dish. Step 3: Bake logs for 4 hours. Remove them from the oven and allow to cool before serving. I like cheese logs better than the balls, they look better after dipping into them. Try different wines in you cheese mixture. Here is a link you can loo at lots of different ideas depending on what your Dad likes http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&clien…
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Is this a good gift idea?
Ok, my twin's birthday is coming up in just under two weeks and I have an idea, but I need your opinion on it. Thanks in advance. I was thinking of buying a basket and putting Reese's (her favourite candy), a rhinestone ring (she has an obsession with rings) and a book by David Sedaris (apparently he's a really funny writer and my sister has a great sense of humor and loves to read). Is this good or should I add something else?
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Sounds like you thought through what she likes, should be good. Just make sure she doesn't out do you =)
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Sounds like you thought through what she likes, should be good. Just make sure she doesn't out do you =)
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Wholesale dog toys & supplies...?
Does anyone know where I can purchase dogs supplies at wholesale cost and in bulk. I am looking to start a gift basket business centered around pets. Any help would be appreciated. I do not like ebay with their crazy shipping prices some people attach to their merchandise.
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try jb wholesale upco might be good too
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try jb wholesale upco might be good too
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Present for my teacher?
I have scented soap from france. It smells REALLY good. Is it a good present for my teacher? She's one of those people who like to dress pretty nicely it seems. If I put it in a gift basket, do you think she'll like it? This is the teacher who is going to write my recommendations. :D
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yeah then maybe add a small bow and a tiny candle......idk that sound perfec!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! good luck with your recommendations!!!
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yeah then maybe add a small bow and a tiny candle......idk that sound perfec!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! good luck with your recommendations!!!
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Birthday presents for 14 year old girls. <3?
Okay; so one of my very best friend's birthday was today. WHOOPS:/ I wanna make her a cute little gift basket with item she'd like in it. Any ideas? She is inlove with neon colors, art's & crafts's, cute hair accessories.... etc. Help please. :D
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get a fair sized basket and fill it with beauty items such as makeup, neon nail polish, accessories, perfumes, lotions and maybe even candles. you can also put in things such as face masks. put in her favorite candies, and even a book related to her favorite genre in there, or if she is more of the music type you can buy her a cd. that would make it like a complete fun basket.
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get a fair sized basket and fill it with beauty items such as makeup, neon nail polish, accessories, perfumes, lotions and maybe even candles. you can also put in things such as face masks. put in her favorite candies, and even a book related to her favorite genre in there, or if she is more of the music type you can buy her a cd. that would make it like a complete fun basket.
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What do you remember most about growing up in the 90's?
I want to make "gift baskets" of 90's memorabilia for my friends for christmas and I need things that you remember from the 90's but wouldn't be too expensive bought all together...any ideas?
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pogs, after-school TV shows, and friendship bracelets
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pogs, after-school TV shows, and friendship bracelets
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i need to make a gift basket,please help?
i want to make it for my friend who is turning sixteen,i have no clue what to get her? any sites with ideas or anything? please help
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go to bath and body works or victoria secrets. You can get a basket from the dollar store. Get like lotions, shower gels, lip gloss, nail polish,etc. Hope this helps.
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go to bath and body works or victoria secrets. You can get a basket from the dollar store. Get like lotions, shower gels, lip gloss, nail polish,etc. Hope this helps.
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I need a cute baby poem to add to a gift basket.?
A friend of mine who recently got married will be having their first child this August. Its a boy and they are very nervous and excited. i purchased a baby bag and filled it with lots of things they will need. i want to enclude perhaps a cute poem or sum sort of homemade craft for the parents to be but cant find anything good. anyone have any ideas?
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ABC Baby Poem (CJ wrote this in just two hours) A is for angel, sent from above, B is for baby, smothered with love, C is for cute as cute can be D is for diapers and changing them for me E is for everything baby and more F is for father walking the floor G is for glad you are finally here H is for hiccups that are funny and dear I is for icky sticky messing J is for Jesus and His blessing K is for kisses and kindness and keep L is for Love, so wide and deep M is for Mommy and her loving arms N is for Never coming to harm O is for oat cereal and later Cheerios P is for precious little fingers and toes Q is for quiet, baby is sleeping R is for relatives, always come peeping S is for sleep, but not for your folks T is for tub and all those long soaks U is for unconditional as in love from your parents V is for very active as you will soon merit W is for wakeful, watchful and wise X is for the Xtra special light you brought to our eyes Y is for you - who is as bright as the sun Z is for zest of living that you gave us, little one. Baby Face (adapted from an old song) Baby Face, you've got the cutest little baby face, There's no other who could take your place, Baby Face, my poor heart is jumpin' you sure have started somethin' Baby Face, I'm in heaven when I'm in your small embrace. We didn't need a shove, Cause we just fell in love, With your pretty baby face! Babies Have so Much to Do In a world that's all brand-new, Babies have so much to do! Laughing, making funny faces, Finding out those ticklish places... Cuddling up and wiggling toes, Looking cute in tiny clothes... Tasting, touching, reaching high, Crawling under, scooting by... Learning words and having fun... Making memories one by one. A Baby's Skies Would you know the baby's skies? Baby's skies are mother's eyes Mother's eyes and smile together Make the baby's pleasant weather. Mother, keep your eyes from tears Keep your heart from foolish fears Keep your lips from dull complaining Lest the baby think it's raining. Perfection you are more perfect than I could have hoped, more beautiful than I could have dreamed, more precious than I could have imagined... ...I love you more than I could have known baby song (Diane Woolley) At first you didn't lift your head; You didn't know to smile. The time before you knew my voice Seemed such a long, long while. I couldn't wait for you to roll, And then to sit and clap. And now you're off and crawling, Not helpless in my lap. Why didn't someone tell me How fast a baby grows, That every little baby stage Soon comes, but sooner goes. So I'll enjoy the fleeting time Before you learn to walk. And treasure every tiny noise Before you learn to talk. For soon you'll learn to walk, Then run, And talk and sing a song, And never be my babe again. The babe's forever gone. Little baby, take your time, For while you're tiny, you are mine. Baby (Helen Steiner Rice) A wee bit of heaven drifted down from above - A handful of happiness, a heartful of love. The mystery of life, so sacred and sweet - The giver of joy so deep and complete. Precious and priceless, so lovable, too - The world's sweetest miracle, baby, is you. Rock-a-bye Baby (by Ruth Hulbert Hamilton adapted by Wendy Lyn) Cleaning and scrubbing can wait 'til tomorrow For babies grow up, we've learned to our sorrow. So quiet down cobwebs, Dust go to sleep, I'm rocking my baby and babies don't keep. Star (Dessie Reeves, 10/21/04 - used with permission) Star is our beautiful baby girl with a tiny soul so sweet and new, That your Daddy and I knew that the world was waiting for an adorable little girl just like you... Blessings Blessings come in many shapes, In sizes large and small, But a brand new little baby is the sweetest of them all. All You Are (by Michael Card - based on a poem by George MacDonald) Where did you get those eyes so blue? They're from the sky that you passed through. Where did you get that little tear? Did you find that it was waiting for you here? And what about your little nose? He knew you'd need it for the rose. And as for your soft curly ear, He knew there would be songs for you to hear. How can it be that you are you? He thought you up and so you grew. Because you're mine, it must be true That He was also thinking of me too. For all you are, and all you'll be, For everything you mean to me, Though I don't understand, I know you're from the Father's hand. "If I could speak, here's what I would say..." (C. Knauf 2003 - used with permission from the author) If I could speak, here's what I would say Happy in your arms, I want to stay. I am your gift, and you are mine too! Let love bond together, both me and you. Lets enjoy this time, right here, right now. Don't let a schedule furrow your brow. Right now is the time, for me to hold, when you're less busy, I'll be too old. Snuggle me tenderly, close to your chest it is here next to you, I am, at my best. Your rhythmic breathing and beating heart, Contentment, and comfort, to me impart. To see you, smell you, assured by your voice, all, wonderfully simple, yet help me rejoice. A cuddle, a kiss, some playful fun and frolic, Can banish a mood, and prevent nasty colic. Hold me, hug me, please show me your day You'll be sharing your love, in a marvelous way. My learning is best when perched at your side with arms as my classroom and you as my guide. Please hold me up high, so I might see All the many wonders, surrounding me. With time spent close, as you socialize, My mind expands and clearly I vocalize! When you work, walk or take a short trip With me safely balanced, upon your hip My muscle tone and self esteem are greater, I'll be walking much sooner, rather than later. When we are in 'touch', it reduces our stress We are happiest then, and worry much less. Safe in your arms, dispels all my fears. My beaming smiles, replace anxious tears. To dream of our future is significant too, And I know a career is important to you. When I am older, then we'll join in the race We'll be more able, to keep up the pace. Right now, what I know, as certain and right Is that you are my sun, the source of my light. I don't need many things, expensive or new. What I need is your love, your time and you. What a Baby Costs How much do babies cost? Said he The other night upon my knee; And then I said: "They cost a lot; A lot of watching by a cot, A lot of sleepless hours and care, A lot of heartache and despair, A lot of fear and trying dread, And sometimes many tears are shed In payment for our babies small, But everyone is worth it all. For babies people have to pay A heavy price from day to day - There is no way to get one cheap, Why, sometimes, when they're fast asleep You have to get up in the night And go and see that they're all right, But what they cost in constant care And worry, does not half compare With what they bring of joy and bliss, You'd pay much more for just a kiss. Who buys a baby has to pay A portion of the bill each day; He has to give his time and thought Unto the little one he's bought He has to stand a lot of pain Inside his heart and not complain; And pay with lonely days and sad For all the happy hours he's had. All this a baby costs, and yet His smile is worth it all, you bet."
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ABC Baby Poem (CJ wrote this in just two hours) A is for angel, sent from above, B is for baby, smothered with love, C is for cute as cute can be D is for diapers and changing them for me E is for everything baby and more F is for father walking the floor G is for glad you are finally here H is for hiccups that are funny and dear I is for icky sticky messing J is for Jesus and His blessing K is for kisses and kindness and keep L is for Love, so wide and deep M is for Mommy and her loving arms N is for Never coming to harm O is for oat cereal and later Cheerios P is for precious little fingers and toes Q is for quiet, baby is sleeping R is for relatives, always come peeping S is for sleep, but not for your folks T is for tub and all those long soaks U is for unconditional as in love from your parents V is for very active as you will soon merit W is for wakeful, watchful and wise X is for the Xtra special light you brought to our eyes Y is for you - who is as bright as the sun Z is for zest of living that you gave us, little one. Baby Face (adapted from an old song) Baby Face, you've got the cutest little baby face, There's no other who could take your place, Baby Face, my poor heart is jumpin' you sure have started somethin' Baby Face, I'm in heaven when I'm in your small embrace. We didn't need a shove, Cause we just fell in love, With your pretty baby face! Babies Have so Much to Do In a world that's all brand-new, Babies have so much to do! Laughing, making funny faces, Finding out those ticklish places... Cuddling up and wiggling toes, Looking cute in tiny clothes... Tasting, touching, reaching high, Crawling under, scooting by... Learning words and having fun... Making memories one by one. A Baby's Skies Would you know the baby's skies? Baby's skies are mother's eyes Mother's eyes and smile together Make the baby's pleasant weather. Mother, keep your eyes from tears Keep your heart from foolish fears Keep your lips from dull complaining Lest the baby think it's raining. Perfection you are more perfect than I could have hoped, more beautiful than I could have dreamed, more precious than I could have imagined... ...I love you more than I could have known baby song (Diane Woolley) At first you didn't lift your head; You didn't know to smile. The time before you knew my voice Seemed such a long, long while. I couldn't wait for you to roll, And then to sit and clap. And now you're off and crawling, Not helpless in my lap. Why didn't someone tell me How fast a baby grows, That every little baby stage Soon comes, but sooner goes. So I'll enjoy the fleeting time Before you learn to walk. And treasure every tiny noise Before you learn to talk. For soon you'll learn to walk, Then run, And talk and sing a song, And never be my babe again. The babe's forever gone. Little baby, take your time, For while you're tiny, you are mine. Baby (Helen Steiner Rice) A wee bit of heaven drifted down from above - A handful of happiness, a heartful of love. The mystery of life, so sacred and sweet - The giver of joy so deep and complete. Precious and priceless, so lovable, too - The world's sweetest miracle, baby, is you. Rock-a-bye Baby (by Ruth Hulbert Hamilton adapted by Wendy Lyn) Cleaning and scrubbing can wait 'til tomorrow For babies grow up, we've learned to our sorrow. So quiet down cobwebs, Dust go to sleep, I'm rocking my baby and babies don't keep. Star (Dessie Reeves, 10/21/04 - used with permission) Star is our beautiful baby girl with a tiny soul so sweet and new, That your Daddy and I knew that the world was waiting for an adorable little girl just like you... Blessings Blessings come in many shapes, In sizes large and small, But a brand new little baby is the sweetest of them all. All You Are (by Michael Card - based on a poem by George MacDonald) Where did you get those eyes so blue? They're from the sky that you passed through. Where did you get that little tear? Did you find that it was waiting for you here? And what about your little nose? He knew you'd need it for the rose. And as for your soft curly ear, He knew there would be songs for you to hear. How can it be that you are you? He thought you up and so you grew. Because you're mine, it must be true That He was also thinking of me too. For all you are, and all you'll be, For everything you mean to me, Though I don't understand, I know you're from the Father's hand. "If I could speak, here's what I would say..." (C. Knauf 2003 - used with permission from the author) If I could speak, here's what I would say Happy in your arms, I want to stay. I am your gift, and you are mine too! Let love bond together, both me and you. Lets enjoy this time, right here, right now. Don't let a schedule furrow your brow. Right now is the time, for me to hold, when you're less busy, I'll be too old. Snuggle me tenderly, close to your chest it is here next to you, I am, at my best. Your rhythmic breathing and beating heart, Contentment, and comfort, to me impart. To see you, smell you, assured by your voice, all, wonderfully simple, yet help me rejoice. A cuddle, a kiss, some playful fun and frolic, Can banish a mood, and prevent nasty colic. Hold me, hug me, please show me your day You'll be sharing your love, in a marvelous way. My learning is best when perched at your side with arms as my classroom and you as my guide. Please hold me up high, so I might see All the many wonders, surrounding me. With time spent close, as you socialize, My mind expands and clearly I vocalize! When you work, walk or take a short trip With me safely balanced, upon your hip My muscle tone and self esteem are greater, I'll be walking much sooner, rather than later. When we are in 'touch', it reduces our stress We are happiest then, and worry much less. Safe in your arms, dispels all my fears. My beaming smiles, replace anxious tears. To dream of our future is significant too, And I know a career is important to you. When I am older, then we'll join in the race We'll be more able, to keep up the pace. Right now, what I know, as certain and right Is that you are my sun, the source of my light. I don't need many things, expensive or new. What I need is your love, your time and you. What a Baby Costs How much do babies cost? Said he The other night upon my knee; And then I said: "They cost a lot; A lot of watching by a cot, A lot of sleepless hours and care, A lot of heartache and despair, A lot of fear and trying dread, And sometimes many tears are shed In payment for our babies small, But everyone is worth it all. For babies people have to pay A heavy price from day to day - There is no way to get one cheap, Why, sometimes, when they're fast asleep You have to get up in the night And go and see that they're all right, But what they cost in constant care And worry, does not half compare With what they bring of joy and bliss, You'd pay much more for just a kiss. Who buys a baby has to pay A portion of the bill each day; He has to give his time and thought Unto the little one he's bought He has to stand a lot of pain Inside his heart and not complain; And pay with lonely days and sad For all the happy hours he's had. All this a baby costs, and yet His smile is worth it all, you bet."
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