Springtime is for Flowers, Birds and Gift Giving

By Resa Heart

After the drudgery of winter it's so nice to feel the warmth of spring. I love seeing the flowers start to grow and the birds return to my northern climate. And spring also brings the return of many different celebrations. From Valentine's day to graduations, Mother's Day and Father's day. So many different occasions some formal and some quite informal.

Regardless of the celebration, we often feel compelled to bring a gift to these spring gatherings.

It may seem like a drag to have to bring a gift to every occasion but if you are thoughtful you can think of gifts that won't break the bank. And often times I just look out my window for a little inspiration.

If you are buying for Mother's day and she likes to garden, consider a useful garden tool. For newlyweds, a gift that doubles down as a housewarming gift is always loved. Now mix in the nature element and give them a picnic basket filled with some of their place settings. Or for more modest budgets you can use cheaper but fun plastic-ware that they'll use over and over.

I have a son who has recently graduated from college. He loves to golf so for him, the perfect graduation gift with an outdoor theme is something for his passion for the sport. While he'd love the newest driver, even a nice towel for his bag would be a special treat. As a young man, when he's outdoors he always brings his iPod so getting him a nice iPod holder to discretely hold the ipod would be much appreciated.

When my sister and I were little girls we used to go to my Aunt's house every summer. My Aunt's birthday fell when we visited and my sister and I would plan a special party for her every year. Sometimes it was an inexpensive gift like an embroidered handkerchief or a handmade card. Other years we saved up for months to give her something like a natural stone necklace. No matter what we gave her she loved it.

No matter the event or who you are buying for, Spring is my favorite time of year. Such a celebration of Winter's end and the renewal of life and love. This Spring gift yourself while you gift others even if that gift is just the smile of delight when you wow one of your loved ones.

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