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5 LAST MINUTE ONLINE GIFTS FOR ADULTISH KIDS

December 22, 2020

last minute online gifts for adultish kids 

Are you dashing through the snow (or snirt) this week? My husband is notorious for last-minute gift buying for the kids. These last-minute buys are in addition to the ones he maintains on a spreadsheet.

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Some of our kids have calculator minds and you can see her adding up the per sibling totals. She is a CPA. #wink

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This shortlist is like the bonus round for last-minute buys or stocking stuffers. And, they are all purchased online with electronic delivery so you could purchase these on Christmas Day.

LAST MINUTE ONLINE GIFTS FOR ADULT-ISH KIDS

  1. AIRLINE GIFT CARDS With remote work options getting away for a weekend can start on a Thursday with a workday on Friday in a different city.
  2. ACORNS SAVING ACCOUNT  I started an Acorns account a few years ago. It works by “rounding up your purchases to the next $ and the difference is set up in an investment account. You choose the level of investing and you can attach one or as many credit cards to participate in the roundups. Acorns is great for beginner investors, college and adult-ish kids who can passively save money without much effort or thought. For me, it’s a set it and forget it type of investing. I call it a bonus account since it is in addition to our more traditional savings and investment accounts. Here is an affiliate link to join and Acorns pays it forward to send you a link too.
  3. DECOR STEALS  gift card for the farmhouse loving friend or family member (affiliate).
  4. JANE.COM This site should come with a warning. This online site is like shopping at Homegoods from your couch. It includes seasonal finds, really cheap trends (clothing) and etc.
  5. UBER EATS  If you have a college-age student at home or living on campus you know the value of Uber Eats when your adultish child is landlocked on a campus. Costco has $100 gift card value for the price of $80.

Merry Christmas!

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2 Comments / Filed In: DIY PROJECTS, HOLIDAYS + SEASONS
Tagged: ADULTISH, CHILDREN, Christmas, Family

I Blinked Letter to My Son Four Years Later

November 6, 2020

Well, this is a four-year draft I found while cleaning up my  50 + saved blog drafts. I wrote this four years ago when I blinked. 

 

Dear Diary, We leave this weekend to take my son (my lefty) to college. With six checked bags and just as many trips to Ikea and Bed, Bath & Beyond it will be a long, humidity filled few days. I wanted to share a few moments captured over the years. I blinked. 

Although the photos are my memories, the emotions and feelings of mothers are universal. Perspective and gratitude are close to my heart as our middle child begins this new chapter. 

Our son is ready. Um.. we will get there too!

I have a huge list of to-do’s when we return from the “drop off” at his mid-west university. But on this day I realize I did what all mothers do …

I blinked…

I turned around…

We washed this blue Gap sweatshirt 3,432 times. Oh and that was a Blues Clues cake. Whatever happened to Steve? 

That one time, you asked, “What dat?” when we introduced you and your sister to your forever baby brother. And, then you fought over him with your sister, nearly pulling him off the side of the couch.

that hair…..

That time you were mad and you …

“Erich, did you just tell your little brother there is no Santa Claus, Easter Bunny, Tooth Fairy and Leprechaun in one sentence?”

…the bond with your siblings is just beginning.

Always throw mom under the bus if it means the three of you can stay close and share a few laughs. 

Remember that time your sister showed you the benefits of a good skincare regimen? Your younger brother maintained his facials when he ordered this on our Amazon account. 

… never give up… hard work yields lessons that will last a lifetime … 

Remember that year you won two state championship titles …

that competitive drive will translate to new chapters and goals. 

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the man who showed you what integrity, perseverance and kindness look like …

If you want to know a man’s character; look at how he treats God’s creatures…

I blinked

I believe in you and love you unconditionally. Unconditionally. Trust your instincts, show kindness and respect to yourself and to the greater glory of God. 

AMDG

Eat, sleep, study and have fun. You will make lifelong friends in college. Text me once every few days; but no less than every three days.  

please

I will inevitably have an ugly cry moment when I give you that dorm room hug and goodbye.

But, your dad and I will be okay. We certainly don’t want you living at home this fall.

Trust me, I have a list of DIY projects to keep your dad busy between now and Thanksgiving.

You are ready…

I can’t wait to watch you from the sidelines and bleachers. 

My middle is now a senior in college. He called us the other day to tell us he is having his best year ever! 

Knoxville, TN Remote Area Medical Internship

Before you go here are a few gift ideas for the adulting kids in your life. 

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Tagged: CHILDREN, College, Family, FAMILY LIFE, MIDDLE, SON

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