Teen Girl Gift Guide ~ 2025

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Stocking Stuffers for the whole family ~ 2025

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Salmon Sheet Pan

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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

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Chili-Lime Halibut with Corn Saute

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Kale Salad

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Book Gifts 2019

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Gifts for Her 2019

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Kale Salad

When I really think about it, I was never a big fan of kale…but that was really only because I had never given it a chance. I love spinach and would frequently skip all things kale if I had the option. Luckily, that all changed this past Christmas when Ryan and I attended a couples potluck dinner. As I was talking with friends I served myself some salad without realizing it was kale. A few bites in and I was sold! Ryan and I now joke all the time that we could eat this salad every night. It serves a group well and delivers a ton of flavor! The dressing is key and I frequently make extra to tuck in the fridge for throwing together quick salads during the week! So big thanks to my friend Ashley who made me a “kale lover” for life!
Xx, Heather

-INGREDIENTS-

2 bunches tuscan kale, center stem discarded, julienned

1 pound brussel sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced

1/2 cup sliced almonds

1 cup grated parmesan or asiago

1 cup Lemon Dressing:

1 shallot

1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon sea salt

1 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

pepper to taste

-PREPERATION-

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Toast almonds for about 10 minutes until golden brown. Set aside and cool.

2. While almonds are toasting, make the lemon dressing. In a bowl or food processor, combine shallot, lemon juice and salt. If using a food processor, leave motor running and add olive oil slowly. If not, whisk dressing while adding olive oil slowly. Add pepper to taste.

3. In a large mixing bowl, combine kale, brussel sprouts, parmesan and almonds. Slowly toss with dressing a little at a time until you have the desired amount.

4. Serve salad. Makes about 4 1/2 cups.

Book Gifts 2019

Books are some of my favorite, most versatile gifts to give! They work well for the young and the old, men and women and can serve as great conversation starters. I get excited when I see community book exchange boxes too. I’m not sure where they started but I love the idea of passing along a book I enjoyed to a stranger in my community! These books were all in stock and still available for delivery by Christmas as I’m typing this! So hurry up, take a peak and maybe you can give the gift of reading to someone special on your list this year!
Xx, Heather
This book is packed with inspirational stories of strong women! She need to live in the south or be a southerner to appreciate this book!
Southern Women
Still my favorite in her series of cookbooks!
The Skinnytaste Cookbook
This is a great gift for the entertainer! It has 45 recipes covering a years worth of holidays!
Gather Around Cocktails
A journal for couples to record their bucket list adventures together!
Our Bucket List Adventures
For all the inspiration…
Heart Talk by Cleo Wade
If you read Bad Blood and enjoyed it, this is another good one! The tale of Uber…
Super Pumped the Battle for Uber Book
Once you start reading this, you won’t stop! It’s a powerful memoir of a young doctor and former college athlete diagnosed with a rare disease who spearheaded the search for a cure.
Chasing My Cure
If you liked David Epstein’s The Sports Gene, this is his latest!
Range
For your adventure lover…or just for the coffee table!
The Bucket List
Astrology fun! There’s one written for each sign…and if the one you need is in stock, snag it!
Seeing Stars Books, by Stella Andromeda
Aquarius / Pisces / Aries / Taurus / Gemini / Cancer
Leo / Virgo / Libra / Scorpio / Sagittarius / Capricorn
The latest in the adorable Crayons series…
The Crayons’ Christmas
This book will have little ones giggling from the bottom of their toes!
The Serious Goose
Cutest collection of snowmen books! Snowmen at Night, Christmas, Work and All Year!
Snowmen Galore
The latest release in the Dog Man Series…
Fetch-22
The latest Diary of a Wimpy Kid…
Wrecking Ball
This is a stretch for a “book” but what silly, little, comedian doesn’t love them?
Mad Libs

Gifts for Her 2019

Today I’m sharing a capsule of gifts for the special women in your life! From practical to inspirational, cozy to splurge worthy, I think you’ll find something for every woman you’re shopping for this year right here!
Xx, Heather
Lake Pajamas – my favorite pajamas ever! (available in 3 colors)
Mariposa / Meadow / Sky
That’s What She Said
Kimothy Joy celebrates the stories of brave women and fills the pages with beautiful illustrations and powerful quotes. This would be a great gift for any woman in your life!
St. Christopher Charm (Patron of safe travel)
Available in 12 colors and 5 sizes…they’re even better layered!
Apple Watch, Series 5
A gift that will be worn day in day out and loved!
Barefoot Dreams Ribbed Robe
It doesn’t get cozier than this (except they make a thicker one)
Herbivore Calm Soaking Salts
For the moments when she gets a little time to herself!
Ice Roller for Face and Eyes
Helps with puffiness, wrinkles and migraine pain!
Kate and Mari Earrings
Astrid Stud with Pearl Drop / Astrid Studs
Classic and beautiful…drop or stud!
100% Silk Pillowcase (available in several colors)
Great for her hair and face! It helps keep hair from getting tangled and it claims to reduce wrinkles!
Southern Women
This book is packed with inspirational stories of strong women! She need to live in the south or be a southerner to appreciate this book!
Ugg McKay Booties
These booties give you the perfect amount of coziness and warmth without being bulky!
Velvet Memory Foam House Slippers
These are so cute, reasonably priced and they come in 4 colors: Black / Blue / Pink / Blue Grey
Mini Madeline Earrings, Black/White
These mini Mignonne Gavigan earrings are beyond elegant and are sure to make a statement each time they’re worn!
Ginger Jar 2020 Calendar
This calendar & stand combination by Simply Jessica Marie is beautiful.
Electric Heating Pad
The perfect heating pad to help alleviate neck and back pain!
The Downton Abbey Cookbook
Any Downton Abbey fan will love this book! Filled with beautiful pictures, recipes, and so much more!
Clear Storage Case
Great for either jewelry or make up organization!

Gifts that Give Back 2019

As many of you know, before we had kids I worked for several nonprofits in fundraising. I decided to take a step back when our kids were itty bitty to focus on our family but the act of giving has always held a special place in my heart. I thought it was only fitting to put together a capsule of “gifts that give back”! Take a second to read the captions to learn how each company is making an impact!
Xx, Heather
ChappyWrap
Now through December 31st, buy a “Mini” Chappy and you’ll be giving one to a baby in need! Mother-daughter run blanket company ChappyWrap has partnered with Bundles of Joy to give cozy blankets to families in need! For every “mini” sized blanket sold on their website, a mini blanket will be donated to a Bundles of Joy family to help them stay warm and cozy this holiday season. High-quality cotton blend, machine washable ChappyWraps are super soft and make great gifts for everyone on your list!
FEED Light weight Tote
Market Tote / Wine Tote / Woman on a Mission Tote
Lauren Bush Lauren founded FEED in 2007 after seeing the reality of childhood hunger firsthand, while traveling with the World Food Programme. She created the first FEED Bag as a tangible way for her peers to get involved. To this day, every product they make has a number, representing the school meals donated with its purchase. To learn more about FEED click here.
The Serious Goose by Jimmy Kimmel
This book is sure to have your child cracking up! Kids are challenged to try and make the serious goose smile in a mylar mirror. I can hear the giggles now…and the best part is Jimmy Kimmel is donating all of the money he makes from the book to CHLA (Children’s Hospital Los Angeles) and children’s hospitals around the country.
Anchor Beads, Chinoiserie Coconut Wood Necklace
Anchor Beads was founded after a young girl named Georgia was diagnosed with Leukemia. She and her mother began making jewelry for fun and when she was in the PICU, it transitioned into her mother’s therapy. Georgia entered the gates of Heaven in late 2015 but Anchor Beads now raises money for childhood cancer (10% of every order) in honor of her life. Take a look at the endless options for wonderful beaded necklaces.
Cuddle + Kind
Charlotte the dog / Sebastian the lamb
Cuddle + Kind was created to make beautiful hand-knit dolls that would also help feed children. For every doll sold, Cuddle + Kind gives 10 meals to children in need. Since September 2015 they have provided over 8 million meals to children in need! On top of helping provide meals to children in need, the dolls are also lovingly handcrafted by women in Peru, providing them with a sustainable, fair trade income! A true, win-win! These also make a wonderful new baby gift!
STATE Bags
STATE Bags are durable and full of style but the best part is they give back! The bags range from stylish backpacks & lunch bags for kids and adults to bags for the gym, on-the-go moms and dads, fanny packs and more! For every bag purchased, STATE supports American children and families in need…in the ways they need it most. They donate fully-packed backpacks, fund special projects with partner charities and schools, and shed light around social injustices impacting those we serve. This season, the company has partnered with “Change to Mind,” an organization founded by Glenn Close. The organization’s goal is to bring awareness to, and end discrimination, of mental illness.  
Check out the 2019 Holiday collection today!
Love Your Melon
Love Your Melon was founded in an entrepreneurship class at the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minnesota by two friends, Zachary and Brian. They wanted to start a business with a meaningful and positive social impact. Since October 2012 they have been on a mission to put a hat on every child battling cancer in America. After achieving the original goal, they set a new goal of giving one million dollars to pediatric cancer research and providing immediate support to children and their families. To date, they have given over 6.5 million dollars to the fight against pediatric cancer and over 180,000 hats to children battling cancer. 50% of their net profit from the sale of all Love Your Melon products is now given to support charitable programming through the Love Your Melon Fund and the nonprofits they support. They have endless hat designs and color combinations…so check them out this winter!
Bombas
The name Bombas is derived from the Latin word for bumblebee. Bees live in a hive and work together to make their world a better place. They’re small, but their combined actions have a big impact on the world. Bombas liked that and that’s why their mantra is bee better. When they first learned socks were the most requested clothing item in homeless shelters, they knew they had to do something. They started Bombas to make an impact on their community by donating a pair of socks for every pair they sold, and continue that philosophy of thoughtful giving towards each clothing item they make. No matter what it is, one purchased = one donated. To date they’ve donated over 25 million pairs!
LEGO – Build to Give
Play has a powerful effect on children and families, especially for those who find themselves in difficult circumstances during the holidays. Together we can make the season brighter for 1,000,000 children around the world. Lego is asking you to visit a participating store or use your LEGO® bricks at home to build a fun holiday ornament. When you display it in-store or share it online with #BuildtoGive, they will donate a LEGO set to a child in need of play. So while this isn’t technically giving a gift that gives back…it’s a way to give a gift simply by building with the LEGOs you already own!

Stocking Stuffers 2019

I love pulling together fun and useful stocking stuffers. Here’s a list that includes ideas for everyone in the family!
Xx, Heather
Ugg Cozy Socks
The coziest, warm socks for cold nights!
Eco Lips Lip Balm
This is a new find of mine…and I love them! My favorites are Pomegranate and Peppermint!
4-Pack: Acai Berry/Banana/Blood Orange/Yumberry
4-Pack: Acai Berry/Peppermint/Pomegranate/Vanilla Honey
Tis the season to feel rundown and need a little pick me up! These are great. I typically put them on the floor in our shower and try to keep them to the side a little to extend the length of time they work!
Cold Kicker Shower Steamers
or
Sleepytime Shower Steamers
Yes please…I’d pretty much do anything for good sleep!
Sleep Eye Mask
Breathable, true “No Show” socks. Don’t laugh until you try them! I live in them with sneakers when I’m not working out!
Nude / Black / White / Multi / Pink
Small gadget that is well worth it!
Cell phone holder for nightstand
Rechargeable Milk Frother
We use this every morning to mix collagen into our coffee and while it’s a convenience item…it’s wonderful and we wouldn’t go back!
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve pulled this out and it’s saved me! Keeping my phone charged or knowing how much power I have left is just not my forte….so this has been a live saver! (Especially when traveling!)
Portable Charger
These are great…and far better than the plastic ones! They also make them with a magnet to hold a collar down if you prefer a more “buttoned up” look!
Metal Collar Stays
Magnetic Metal Collar Stays
Handkerchief/Pocket Square Set
Available in several color combinations.
Stud Finder
Comes in so handy! Easiest way to find that stud in the wall and hang things!
Tearless Onion Goggles
Tortoise / Black / Pink / White / Red
Hair Scalp Message Shampoo Brush
Yes, the scalp message is my favorite part when I’m getting my hair colored! Use this at home!
Playing Card Holders
For Kids / For Adults
Rubik’s Cube
Classic fun that never gets old!
Plus Plus small tube (various themes…so many more than mentioned below)
Narwhal / Camo / Christmas Tree / T Rex / Jellyfish
Road Tape
For the little car lover! (Paper based, easy to tear and safe on floors/furniture/walls)
Wet Brush
Tear-free detangling for your Frozen fan!
Elsa / Anna / Elsa & Anna / Olaf
The cutest hats for the littles! (Available in several colors)
Beanie with Earflap / Ski Cap with Pom Pom