Category: Blog

No matter how much you love each other, being quarantined with your spouse for months on end can take a toll on your relationship. Although we’re beginning to see some light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel, we still have a long way to go.

So you just got invited to a friend’s bridal shower. As long as you’re not in the bridal party, your job should be pretty straightforward; all you have to do is arrive and have fun, right?

It’s always bittersweet when one of your coworkers retires. You’re happy that they’re beginning a new, more relaxing chapter of their life, but you’re going to miss seeing their face every morning. What’s the best retirement gift to show them how much you value the years you’ve worked together?

No matter how tight-knit your family is, you probably have at least a few relatives you don’t know that well. Maybe you’re only distantly related, or perhaps they live halfway across the country. Whatever the reason, you usually only see them at reunions or other celebrations. This system usually works fine, until a gift-giving occasion rolls around. How can you pick out a meaningful present for a family member you don’t see that often?

Teachers have had it rough in 2020. First, they had to transition to virtual classrooms in the middle of the school year. Now, educators across the country face the possibility of schools reopening in the fall despite considerable risks. What’s the best way to show the teachers in your life that you’re rooting for them?

Do you know someone who has a lot going on right now? Maybe they’re moving apartments, or perhaps they’re overwhelmed at work. Whatever’s happening in their life, they’re stressed. What can you do to make them feel better?

We all appreciate the fashion-forward people in our lives. They keep us up to date on the latest styles and give us the best advice on what to wear. They’re also amazing at picking out presents when birthdays and holidays roll around! Unfortunately, when it’s our turn to choose a gift for a trend-obsessed friend, we often find ourselves at a loss. What can you buy for someone who’s better at shopping than you are?

When times are tough, your best friends are there for you. This has never been more true than in 2020! Whether they cheered you up over video calls or planned socially distanced hangouts, your friends made it easier to get through quarantine in one piece. How do you let them know how much their love and support means to you?

It’s so much fun to watch your partner’s face light up when they open a birthday present they weren’t expecting. Now that you’re married, it may be a little harder to get this reaction from your husband. It’s not that he doesn’t like the gifts you get him. It’s just more challenging to surprise him when you spend so much of your daily lives together. How can you come up with a birthday present he won’t see coming?

Your girlfriend is just about your favorite person in the whole world. In fact, she’s so amazing that you may sometimes have trouble verbalizing your feelings to her. When words fail, there are other ways to show her just how thrilled you are to have her in your life. You can express your affection by doing kind things for her, planning romantic dates, or showering her with spontaneous gifts.