Father's Day Gift Ideas

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Alright ladies, Father's Day is just around the corner... June 19th is only ten days away!

It took me a minute to decide what to purchase my lovely hubby for this special day.  He is a big fan of the Carolina Panthers (no booing please.... hahha) and his Carolina Panthers Jacket has seen better days.

When I say that his jacket has seen better days, believe me, it has.  The inside of the jacket has come undone.  I wanted to trash it but he refuses and every time this hideous jacket has manages to find itself in the trash, it miraculously appears back in the coat closet.   Now, we all know objects cannot walk as they don't have feet, so we all know how that jacket always finds its way back.  

After browsing through so many amazing ideas from Amazon.com, Aloha.com, 1stinCofee, and other sites, I have found a few items I believe any father will love.

So here is the list we have compiled for you: 

Top Father's Day Gift from Amazon

I wish I could share what our big daddy will be getting for Father's Day this year but if I do, it wouldn't be a surprise for him... just know that it has to do with the Carolina Panthers!

Fitbit Blaze Smart Fitness Watch, Blue, Silver, Large

My husband loves receiving personalized items.  For his very first "Father's Day" I gifted him a personalized "Father & Son Footprints" image, which was framed in a beautiful cherry wood color frame and when our daughter was born, I ordered a personalized "Quilt".  The frame now hangs in our son's room and he uses that quilt and he also travels with it.   

Personalized Beer Mug Engraved with Your Custom Text

(See more click: Personalized gifts for Father's Day with Amazon Custom)

Philips Norelco Shaver 4500 (Model AT830/41)

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INSANITY Base Kit - DVD Workout


Productivity Bundle

I am considering obtaining this amazing bundle for hubby.  Since the kids have upgraded to the new Samsung and  I have taken over Ms. Bree's old Kindle Fire.  I think it's only fair for him to have his own.  What I like about this bundle is that includes the following: 

• Includes the latest Fire 10" Tablet with Special Offers ($229.99), Amazon Keyboard case ($99.99), Amazon Stylus ($14.99) and Nupro Screen Protector ($14.99).
• Beautiful widescreen 10.1" HD display with over a million pixels (149 ppi / 1280 x 800). Rear and front facing camera.
• All-new Amazon Underground, a one-of-a-kind app store experience where over $10,000 in apps, games and even in-app items are actually free - including extra lives, unlocked levels, unlimited add-on packs and more
• Enjoy more than 33 million movies, TV shows, songs, books, Android apps and games
• Create personal profiles, link two Amazon accounts to share books, apps and games, and set device usage limits for kids
• Fast quad-core processor up to 1.5 GHz for quick app launches and fluid graphics

Hubby has been in a "clean diet" lately and I am very happy that he decided to be a bit more conscientious as to what he eats and drinks.

ALOHA.com Protein

Make sure you browse through their products, Aloha has a a variety of Teas, Protein Powders, Greens, Vitamins, Snacks, Sweetners and Special Kits, all of which make a great gift for any Dad! 

Ninja Coffee Bar™ Coffee Maker with Thermal Carafe

HoMedics Dual Shiatsu Massage Cushion

Our big Daddy spends a lot of hours in his car patrolling the streets or at his office completing paperwork.  I bought one of this Massage Cushion for him about a year ago and he loved it.  Now, I have never used it since he keeps it in his office but I do know that this bad boy works great on his lower back.   

product information as shown on site: HoMedics® Dual Shiatsu Massage Cushion, 12 massage nodes move up and down the back for a relaxing massage, soothing heat, 2 massage styles (kneading for a deep massage or spot for a focused massage), 3 massage zones (full, upper or lower back), removable cover lets you customize the massage intensity, programmable remote control and integrated strapping systems fits most chairs.

But Father's Day is not only about our husbands.  Our friend and Author Kelly Greenawalt has something special for the "Grandfathers": 

"It's almost father's day!! Is there a special Grandpa, Pop, Papa or Pawpaw in your life? Our children's book, Fishing With Pop, would make a fantastic gift from the little fisherman in your life. This book captures the magical connection between grandfathers and grandsons. It's a FUN read for little boys and old farts. It's available on Amazon here: "Fishing with Pop"

If none of the above gifts work, hey, you can always give him a "Gift Card" :

GameStop Gift Card

A Recap and This Month's Protective Style!

Hello my beautiful people!! 

This is a recap of the last week of May.  I know, I know, I have been unplugged and "MIA" for a few days but it was good to just relax at the beach with our kiddos.  No phones, no Ipads... just lots of sun and fun with our children.

Well, May is gone, gone, gone and June has arrived!!  I can't believe school is officially over and summer vacation has started.

Although school was over on May 20th, 2016, Calvary Day Summer Camp program, which by the way is our children's favorite summer program, didn't begin until June 3rd.

Therefore, our kids had to spend a few days with Grandmother and Papa so that we could work and make the last minute preparations for our Annual Myrtle Beach Vacation.

Basically our children were only gone for four days (Sunday Night 5/22 - Thursday 5/26th) but it was far too long for this mama! They may try my last nerve but the reality is, they are all mine and I do feel a little bit lost without them.   

This mama was supper happy when they arrived home late Thursday night.   Unfortunately, I was unable to accompany my husband to pick them up because our new puppies needed supervision.  Yes, wait until I share my "Boxer Puppies Post" with all of you!

Little man arrived back home just in time to receive a very important piece of mail.  We posted a quick video sharing the news on our Facebook Page.. click: HE MADE HONOR ROLL!!  

I must confess that I do worry about him and his grades.  I see a lot of me in him when it comes to "math" and we did struggle a bit a couple of times through out the year.  While I have to learn how to "NOT" stress him and me about his studies, I am glad that we have established a routine for those nights when he has to be at practice and/or games.

Having a plan and putting that plan into action has saved a lot of headaches and his grades. Otherwise I truly believe his grades would have suffered at great deal.  Stay tuned because I will share tips and ideas on how we prepare them for the next school year and how we are able to have good grades even when they play sports three nights at week.  

June's Protective Style

Because the warm and dry days have also arrived, it is time to style Ms. Bree's hair into a protective style.   This style also worked perfectly for our Myrtle Beach Vacation.  

I used the following products in the following order (on freshly washed and conditioned hair): 

Blended Beauty Curly Cake Shaker;
Creme of Nature Argan Oil; 
Blended Beauty "Down & Out"; with 
(a bit of) Eco Styler Gel with Argan Oil. 

Using the Eco Styler Gel allows her braids to last a bit longer.  It also helps with a more defined "braid out" if she decides she wants to rock her hair out for a few days before restyling.  

The practicality of this style is amazing.  I was able to easily co-wash and moisturize her scalp as well as her ends after every trip to the water park and beach. 

TIP: Remember, it is imperative to co-wash and moisturize their curly tresses every time they spend time at the pool or beach. Too much sun and chlorine can be damaging to their hair.

Now, stay tuned because we will be sharing wit you our Father's Day Gift Ideas, Ms. Bree's Recital, Billy's 2016 Baseball Season, Our Family Adventures in Myrtle Beach, and we will also be sharing our tips on how to prepare them ready for the next school year!!!