Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Even though we've been cooped up at our home most days, April actually seemed to fly by.  It seems like we just had Easter and now Mother's Day is less than two weeks away.  At this point in time, it doesn't seem like I'll be able to spend time with my own mom but I still will make sure to give her a call and drop off a present for her to show my appreciation and love.  It's still not too late to ship a gift either and many businesses are offering free shipping.  I've gathered some gift ideas below, many from small businesses that I'm sure any mother would love to receive.

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Home Gardens

  Having our own back yard now and spending so much more time at home has me dreaming of planting a garden.  I have absolutely no green thumb but I still love the thought of growing our own fruits and veggies, and teaching my kids about how these foods grow (while trying to keep them alive).  Ideally we'd like to put a fence around our back yard first, which we're hoping will be some time this year so the plan for this garden is for next spring.  I'm picturing a couple of raised beds to start off with.  There are several tutorials out there on how to build your own and I've also seen several affordable ones on FB marketplace built by locals.  I also like the idea of using a plant stand and pots for some smaller crops.  It would be perfect for a porch or large balcony if there's not a yard for raised or fenced-in beds.  I might get one this spring for some flowers to put on our back patio.  

  Below I've shown some examples of what I'm picturing with the raised beds and some examples of stands.  Do you have a garden at home?  I'm planning to do a lot of research before I invest and would also love some tips from you all!

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Easter Outfits for Boys

Today I've rounded up some ideas for boys Easter outfits.  Like with the girls outfits I posted here yesterday, these can be worn all spring and summer, not just for Easter and the majority are from small businesses to help promote them.  There are so many cute boy clothes out right now!  I wish Benton could still fit in sunsuits and bubbles, but I'm still going to put him in Jon Jons/shortalls as long as possible!

Sandals: here | Smocked bubble: here | Shirt and Diaper Cover Set: here | Blue Embroidered Bunny Jon Jon: here

Blue Check Jon Jon: here | Blue and seafoam sunsuit: here | Bucket Hat: here | White Oxford shirt: here

White Bunny Romper: here |  Duck sweater: here | Suspender Shorts: here | Pants: here

Gingham Bunny: here | Short Set (blue shorts): here | Colorblock bunny shortall: here | Bunny bubble: here

Easter Outfits for Girls

Even though we're planning to spend Easter in self-isolation, I know many of us are still trying to plan a special day with our children... more thoughts on that here.  No one will be seeing them except for us so wearing anything is completely acceptable, but we can still FaceTime others and take pictures if we choose.  Many of these "Easter" outfits I've shown below can be worn all spring and summer, not just for one day.  I've mostly chosen pieces from small businesses to help promote them and support them during this difficult time.  Many are having sales right now so it's a great time to take advantage of snagging new spring and summer clothes if you're able.  Tomorrow I'll be posting some adorable boy outfits!

Pink bow socks: here  | White Embroidered Set: here | Blue dress with yellow embroidery: here

White Bonnet: here | Blue smocked dress: here  | Pink Dress and bloomer set: here | Cross Dress: here

Bunny Set: here | Bunny Ears bonnet: here | Duck Bubble: here

Pink Bunny Romper: here | Pink Bunny Smocked Dress: here | Yellow Dress: here | Socks: here

Easter Basket Ideas

Easter is one of my favorite holidays.  It seems as though it's going to look a lot different this year.  We won't be going to church, egg hunts, or having an Easter lunch with family.  We can still celebrate the resurrection of Jesus at home, still have egg hunts, and still have lunch, it'll just look different.  I still want to try to make it special for the kids though as I'm sure you do with yours.  I bought some Easter eggs and candy for an egg hunt in our own yard.  It'll be different but hopefully just as fun.  We'll plan to have a nice lunch here at home just the four of us.  It really saddens me that we won't see family but that's the way it needs to be to keep everyone safe.  I'm also putting together the kids Easter baskets, which is one of my favorite things to do!  I love putting together Easter baskets every year.  It'll be something special for the kids Easter morning and provide some normalcy.

I'm sharing what will be in Mary-Grace and Benton's baskets along with a few other ideas.   Asides from what is below, some other fun things to include could be bubbles, finger paint,  bath toys, a small coloring book, a small puzzle, bubble bath, pajamas, and fruit or fruit snacks.  I try not to include too much candy.  I usually do a chocolate bunny (or other animal) and fill a few plastic eggs with some jelly beans or other small candy.

What are your plans this year?  Will you start a new tradition while at home?

Peter Rabbit sound book: here | Chocolate Chick: here | Shoes: here | Umbrella: here | Country Bunny Book: here | Basket: here | Bunny Ears: here | Peter Rabbit Book: here | Egg chalk: here | Garden Kit: here | Rattle: here | Bunny Necklace: here | Hair bow: here | Eggs (to fill with jelly beans or little candies): here | Bunny Ducky Toy: here | | Bunny: here | Pens: here | Bracelet: here