A new adventure for the College Freshman.

Parents, Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles all help with the college freshman's necessities.  There are bed linens, shelves, computers, books and towels to buy.  Here are a few other ideas you may want to consider.

*  A gift card to Starbucks or Dunkin' Donuts nestled inside a thermal mug.  Coffee is great for late study nights!

*  A carry-all tote filled with toiletry items so they can just grab it and bring it to the bathroom.

*  A good backpack is a must. Fill it with useful items such as insulated lunch bags, water bottles, and a Sudoku or word puzzle book to play with between classes.

*  A photo album filled with all the people that matter.

*   A box of  funny and/or inspirational notes if a "pick me up" is needed.

Don't forget to wrap it up nicely, after all, this is a very special time.

A site to share:  http://www.hipkits.com/products.aspx?catid=8&subcatid=40&addonsid=0

Treats for the Traveler

I am just back from a road trip vacation.  Though being away is nice, there is nothing like one's own bed.  I have to share with you this idea my sweet daughter did for us.  Before we left, she stopped over with the most adorably decorated gift bag showing all modes of travel.  Inside she had put Popcorn to pop in a hotel microwave, large cups to hold the popcorn, tea bags, hard candies, granola, napkins and wipes, and a small candle in glass to perfume a stuffy room.  We made use of everything in that thoughtful bag.  So next time you know of someone taking a trip, why not do the same?

I am a big fan and owner of Steuben Glass. Since we stopped at the Corning Museum, this will be my site to share in this blog.

Site to share:  http://www.cmog.org/

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A friend and her husband gave a thoughtful wedding present for my second wedding.  The gift was a beautiful basket holding 2 wine glasses, a bottle of wine, and a gift certificate to be used at any Marriott Hotel.  The attached note said it was to be used for "Our First Anniversary".  What a perfect gift for a couple who did not need any of the typical "just starting out" gifts.  What a wonderful gift to look forward to and enjoy it we did!

A site to share:  Perfect for a romantic getaway.  We have stayed there and recommend it highly!  http://www.serendipitynj.com/

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