Gift Exchange GTKY Thread

[dashook]

Hi ladies!

For those participating in the Gift Exchange, here is a post to cover likes, dislikes, etc. Yes, Elfster has “Wish Lists” but they are a little limited in functionality. So, post your answers to the questions below, plus links to Pinterest boards, Amazon wish lists, etc. This will help your "elf" pick the best suited gifts for you!


Please answer the following:


Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE:

Things you absolutely do not need:

Any allergies for anyone in your family:

Things you just despise like colors, smells, tastes, characters, that type of thing (no nuts, hate floral smells, etc):

Beauty/clothing things you use or don't use (use nail polish, don't wear scarves, etc):

Alcohol ok? If so, what kind?

Non-alcoholic preferences? Tea, coffee, hot chocolate?

Favorite color:

Favorite candy:

Favorite restaurant:

Birthstones of all family members:

Favorite drink:

Hobbies:

Favorites sports teams:

Do you collect anything?

What do you "need" that you won't buy for yourself?

Any projects you are working on currently (like redoing a room or planting a garden):

Do you like homemade stuff or is it really just not your thing (nothing else homemade, so it would seem out of place):

Anything else (Like, I hate animal statues but love kitschy kitchen equipment):

cheshie6 goldenlove3 sophiegrace jubilantsquirrel ClassyMrsA kleigh @sarahwithanh tjanca22 waitwhat tgrimes1980 (hopefully I didn't miss anybody??)

[hangry]

::stalking this thread to get more info to skinsuit you all::

[jubilantsquirrel]

Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE: Honestly, I don't think there's any that I LOVE. At least not enough to put on a wish list.

Things you absolutely do not need: Throw blankets. I have about a million and a half.

Any allergies for anyone in your family: None.

Things you just despise: Anything coconut flavored. Anything coffee flavored.

Beauty/clothing things you use or don't use: Most makeup. I only use eye shadow, eye liner and mascara. Hair products, I wear my hair up or in a braid 99% of the time, so other than shampoo and conditioner I don't put anything in my hair.

Alcohol ok? If so, what kind? YES! Craft beers. I like lagers, pilsners, wheats, pale ales. Basically nothing dark or too hoppy (no stouts, porters barrel aged anything, IPAs) I also like white wines. Mostly sauvignon blanc and pinot grigio.

Non-alcoholic preferences? Tea, coffee, hot chocolate? I don't drink tea or coffee. I like hot chocolate, but never really drink it. I love Coke though.

Favorite color: Blue/grey and also pink.

Favorite candy: Peanut butter M&Ms. Also, York Peppermint Patties. Any chocolate and peanut butter or mint mix is fine with me.

Favorite restaurant: This is hard as most are all local. But for a chain, probably Red Robin.

Birthstones of all family members: Me: Garnet. DS1: Aqumarine. DS2 & MH: Topaz or Citrine. (apparently November has 2 birthstones)

Favorite drink: Beer. And also Coke.

Hobbies: Baking is pretty much my only hobby. And hopefully running if I can get back into.

Favorites sports teams: SEAHAWKS!!!!!!!!!!

Do you collect anything? Just strands of hair from each of my vic-- I mean, no. The answer is no.

What do you "need" that you won't buy for yourself? A properly fitting bra.

Any projects you are working on currently: Mostly just finally decorating my house after nearly 5 years of living there. I'm just missing some wall art for the kitchen and then I should be set.

Do you like homemade stuff or is it really just not your thing (nothing else homemade, so it would seem out of place): I like homemade. I shop on Etsy a lot.

Anything else (Like, I hate animal statues but love kitschy kitchen equipment): I adore random things. My fireplace mantel needs some more decorations. Right now all I have is an owl sitting up there, he could use some friends.

Honestly, my wish list on Elfster is a pretty good starting point. I'll link some things I'm interested in below, and also some of the things I already have around my house.

This is the kind of random crap I'm into:

This is in my back living room.

This is in my front room.

I have these measuring cups.

I do have two 18x18 throw pillows that I switch the covers out on for various holidays. I'm currently looking at 4th of July covers. I like this and this

I think these bookends are adorable.

[jubilantsquirrel]

Apr 26, 2017 10:31:28 GMT -5 waitwhat said:

jubilantsquirrel so that's a hard pass on the squirrel throw pillow dashook (I think it was her?) found? 😂

lol! I'm sure I could find a home for him somewhere. Maybe the toddler's room... or the dog could probably use a throw pillow in his life. 

[kleigh]

Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE: Nothing specific comes too mind, I don't watch a ton of TV at this point but I love Shark Tank, I love the idea of entrepreneurship. I also like the Ellen show, she can do no wrong. So not really character driven. As far as books, I LOVE books!!! I mean, love 'em. Specifically, biographies/autobiographies (inc trashy Hollywood ones), summer reads, travel based, cook books, . Prob easier to say I don't care for books about: history/war, crime stuff, mystery/drama/police type things, or harlequin romance novels (again like summer reads and if there's a love story line that's fine, I'm talking about things like "his firm member stroked her bare breast" lmao).


Things you absolutely do not need: Two of anything toy related if we are talking baby stuff (they are required to share), emoji lip balm, reindeer pens (although I DO love pens), a mushroom toadstool beanbag chair.


Any allergies for anyone in your family: Not that we know of.

Things you just despise like colors, smells, tastes, characters, that type of thing (no nuts, hate floral smells, etc): Nuts in my chocolate, perfume/scented sprays (don't hate but don't wear for now until I'm holding babies less), the color brown in clothing, Green Day.


Beauty/clothing things you use or don't use (use nail polish, don't wear scarves, etc): Love fashion jewelry (esp earrings), need more biotin oil, need to get my cuticles in shape, I don't use hair product either. I like good volumizing mascara, blush, black eyeliner. Love flip flops and with summer around the corner I'm eager to start wearing them. I don't buy/own lipstick bc I think I look like a clown however if it was a sample or a gift I'd try it.

Alcohol ok? If so, what kind? Yes please, all of it (prefer red to white wine). Love whiskey, vodka, beer (just don't care for the Americana beers - bud light, colors, shock top, etc), margaritas, martinis, gin and tonic.

Non-alcoholic preferences? Tea, coffee, hot chocolate?: I'm a coffee girl! Bold is good!

Favorite color: I do not discriminate wth the colors - color makes me happy. But if I were to pick right now I'm feeling blush pink, bold blue (like this bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=305927262 ), or like neon yellows (like this color www.polyvore.com/cgi/img-thing?.out=jpg&size=l&tid=86424543 )

Favorite candy: Snickers (ok only exception to nuts in my chocolate), Twix, Reese's PB cups

Favorite restaurant: Like JS, most of my preferences are local places, as far as a chain - Plan B burger or Cheesecake Factory

Birthstones of all family members: LOL topaz, every darn one of us

Favorite drink: Margaritas, coffee, red wine

Hobbies: Meditation, reading, listening to music (not a country fan, love all else - pop, rock, hip hop, folk - love folk), I'd love to get more into cooking and baking now that I have a kitchen I enjoy, running (although I haven't yet gone postpartum I'm determined to shortly).

Favorites sports teams: Liverpool Football Club

Do you collect anything? Dust in my house. But seriously Xmas ornaments from places we've been or that have meaning.

What do you "need" that you won't buy for yourself? Pajama set, new running sneakers, a massage, a better sports bra that doesn't give me uniboob. Size: negligible, teeny tiny, God forgot them.

Any projects you are working on currently (like redoing a room or planting a garden): the whole house! We need everything decor. Throw pillows and blankets, table top decor, island decor, bathroom decor, etc.

Do you like homemade stuff or is it really just not your thing (nothing else homemade, so it would seem out of place): Love homemade stuff

Anything else (Like, I hate animal statues but love kitschy kitchen equipment): Other ideas: running socks (love Balega brand), a cake stand, throw blanket for our sofa, anything that will get me excited for spring or summer (flip flops, citronella candle, kaftan bathing suit cover up, something cute to serve alcoholic drinks in outside, etc).

[ClassyMrsA]

Note: Just in case whoever got me doesn't know, my name is Kat.

Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE: Buffy, Enchanted, Pride and Predudice, 30 Rock, Scrubs, Liane Moriarty books

Things you absolutely do not need: knickknacks/collectable stuff, baking stuff (I have a TON), physical books, stuffed animals, vases, fitness or kitchen gadgets, weird things?

Any allergies for anyone in your family: nope

Things you just despise like colors, smells, tastes, characters, that type of thing (no nuts, hate floral smells, etc): Do not like the color yellow, licorice, musky smells, mustard, spicy things, crime shows, horror movies/books, beer, bananas, citrus with chocolate

Beauty/clothing things you use or don't use (use nail polish, don't wear scarves, etc): love nail polish, mascara, Burts Bees lip balm, face masks, hair ties/Bobby pins, bubble bath, pendant necklaces. Don't use: concealer/powder, headbands, scarves, earrings or bracelets.

Alcohol ok? If so, what kind? Yup. Hard cider and wine. Specifically I like pinot grigio/gris, rose, chenin blanc, viognier, Vouvray, and rieslings that are on the drier side rather than sweet. Prefer fruity flavors over floral. I can't drink red wine, though.

Non-alcoholic preferences? Tea, coffee, hot chocolate? I love tea. Drink it literally every day, usually at least 2-3 cups. I like most kinds. Black tea is my favorite like any breakfast tea or lady grey. I also love hot chocolate though I don't drink it very often.

Favorite color: seaglass/light teal or aqua. Tiffany blue. Rosy pink. Dusky lavender. Rose gold. Silver. Sparkly things.

Favorite candy: Chocolate truffles, anything peanut butter and chocolate, York peppermint patties, fancy chocolate bars with fruit or caramel.

Favorite restaurant: Cheesecake Factory (my favorite favorite is a local place, but I loooove cheesecake!)

Birthstones of all family members: dh is amethyst, Lillian and I are opal/pink tourmaline/rose quartz, Lilah is citrine/topaz (I know it's yellow topaz, but I like the blue topaz cause I don't like yellow)

Favorite drink: black tea, wine, Califia Farms mocha cold brew.

Hobbies: baking, reading, gardening, painting/crafting

Favorites sports teams: lol

Do you collect anything? Sort of? I'm trying to only have very pretty or clever, 16oz tea mugs. Otherwise no.

What do you "need" that you won't buy for yourself? Hmm...beauty products (though I own about 8000 nail polishes. The color I have on my wishlist is one I don't have), leggings/yoga pants, new flip flops, nice underwear.

Any projects you are working on currently (like redoing a room or planting a garden): Yes. Need stuff for the living room. Mantle decor (candle holder?), throw pillows, family picture frames, wall art, lamps for the girls' rooms, non-breakable table decor

Do you like homemade stuff or is it really just not your thing (nothing else homemade, so it would seem out of place): I like stuff off of Etsy. Does that count?

Anything else (Like, I hate animal statues but love kitschy kitchen equipment): can't think of anything that I didn't already say.

[kleigh]

I LOVE reading these. Personally I encourage anyone who wants to share about themselves to do it, even if you're my participating in the exchange. I feel like you can GTK someone's personality even better with some of these responses.

[tjanca22]

Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE: I don't think there's anything I can think of that I'd love enough to make a wish list. I am a Harry Potter nerd tho.

Things you absolutely do not need: I've got candles up to wazoo, I don't need another one in my life!

Any allergies for anyone in your family: no, nothing we know of

Things you just despise like colors, smells, tastes, characters, that type of thing (no nuts, hate floral smells, etc): not a fan of really sweet smelling or vanilla scented things. Favorite color is red, but majority of my house is neutrals with small pops of colors.

Beauty/clothing things you use or don't use (use nail polish, don't wear scarves, etc): I'm pretty plain when it comes to all of this. I don't wear a lot of makeup, just the basics like mascara and a foundation each day, I only wear perfume to work. My style is pretty basic when it comes to fits and colors (my poor stylist from my stitch fix boxes doesn't have much to work with unfortunately

Alcohol ok? If so, what kind? I love a good chardonnay, I'll drink beer but something light, for summers I love sangrias and I've recently discovered cucumber flavored vodka presses

Non-alcoholic preferences? Tea, coffee, hot chocolate? coffee!

Favorite color: red and neutrals

Favorite candy: reeses pb cups

Favorite restaurant: this is hard because I love local restaurants

Birthstones of all family members: me: garnet, h: ruby, E: I think it's Pearl - he's born in June and I'm getting conflicting answers thanks to Google, L: Topaz

Favorite drink: coffee, wine

Hobbies: hmmm, for now it's chasing the kids, one day I'll get a hobby. Unless that's what my Elf wants to buy me is a fun new hobby?

Favorites sports teams: anything WI team - Packers, Brewers, Badgers, Bucks

Do you collect anything? nope

What do you "need" that you won't buy for yourself? I'll come back to this

Any projects you are working on currently (like redoing a room or planting a garden): I kill most plants unless they just pop up from the ground every year. We are doing a lot of exterior projects this summer like painting the house and redoing our deck.

Do you like homemade stuff or is it really just not your thing (nothing else homemade, so it would seem out of place): I like most things from Etsy, but 5th grade craft project isn't really my thing

Anything else (Like, I hate animal statues but love kitschy kitchen equipment): I'd just like getting packages, so anything you send will be enjoyed! I'd love to get something local (to you) that I just can't get here.

Happy Shopping!

[jubilantsquirrel]

Apr 26, 2017 11:50:18 GMT -5 kleigh said:

I LOVE reading these. Personally I encourage anyone who wants to share about themselves to do it, even if you're my participating in the exchange. I feel like you can GTK someone's personality even better with some of these responses.

I seriously want to buy everyone gifts now!

[cheshie6]

Characters: Disney's Sleeping Beauty! All the characters.
Shows: NCIS's, Bull, Once Upon a Time, Doctor Who, historical documentaries, Big Bang theory
Movies: Disney, action, romantic comedies, historical fiction,
Books: Historical fiction, historical romance, history (a la Hidden Figures),
Hair: super curly, I only use Deva Curl products
Alcohol: sweet white wines, bourbon, rum
Favorite color: blue, purple
Favorite Candy: dark chocolate, chunky bars, chocolate with nuts
Favorite restaurant: longhorn steakhouse
Birthstones: garnet (me), pearl (DH), tanzanite (L)
Favorite drink: mojito
Hobbies: knitting, planner decorating
Favorite sports team: Chicago Bears, NY Yankees
Collections: Tea cups, sleeping beauty in blue, washi tape
Loves: Opi nail polish in beach colors (corals, blues, teals, etc), I love homemade cookies, DH loves jams, I love hats, and seasonally decorated throw blankets. I love bats!
Dislikes: gummy candy (gummy bears, jelly beans, sour patch kids) Winnie the Pooh! Coffee and coffee flavor

[sophiegrace]

I am so excited. This is great. I need to get on a computer so I can type.

I'm having so much fun reading all of this!

[jubilantsquirrel]

I also love all things local. Especially if we're talking beer.

[sophiegrace]

Since this is mom+baby does everyone mind giving current sizes? Any strong loves/hates that the babies have?

Don't be scared to include the bigs. I love hearing about them as much as the babies.

[dashook]

Apr 26, 2017 13:36:35 GMT -5 sophiegrace said:

Since this is mom+baby does everyone mind giving current sizes? Any strong loves/hates that the babies have?

Don't be scared to include the bigs. I love hearing about them as much as the babies.

Good idea!

D is in 12 month clothing. She is very easygoing. Anything that crinkles or that she can put in her mouth will make her happy.

Bonus just for you SG: DS wears a 3T, though he would much rather be naked. He loves MMCH, Spiderman, Batman, and all Boston Sports teams.

ETA: as their mom I will speak for them and say we don't prefer clothing with sayings on it (especially things like "ladies' man" or "heartbreaker").

[cheshie6]

L is in 3-6 but we're planning beach trips this summer so fun summer stuff in 6-9 or 9-12 would be great!

Toys: I need longer car seat hanging toys! I feel like he can't reach most of them!!

[jubilantsquirrel]

DS2 wears 6 month clothes right now. He loves the dangle toys and also those crinkly sounding ones. He loves chewing on everything.

DS1 wears 3t for the most part and loves books, matchbox cars and bubbles.

[kleigh]

As for the babies, please u would never expect anyone to get for both;'just in general we are very thankful.

Alec is in 9-12 months
Adeline is in 6 months

As I mentioned, we share toys so even when we get two of something I give the second away. (I know I may have to change that as they get older but we'll address then.) We share clothes too, so for example Alec's 9 month neutral clothing will be put on Adeline when appropriate.

They love rattle type things that make noise when they shake them, crinkle things they can chew on, food, anything with sound or lights, they love love love being outside and love the dog.

[goldenlove3]

Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE: I watch a lot of TV but nothing stands out that I would want something from. BUT... HIMYM, Friends, GoT, I love Disney, uhhh I dunno. Need to think.

Things you absolutely do not need: Lip balms/lotions (my sister makes it), scarves, socks

Any allergies for anyone in your family: Nope, just don't send pollen or dust and we'll be good.

Things you just despise like colors, smells, tastes, characters, that type of thing (no nuts, hate floral smells, etc): Hazelnut smell (but not taste), dried fruit, the fall apple/cinnamon smell (again love taste but hate the smell), red or bright yellow clothing, Starbucks.

Beauty/clothing things you use or don't use (use nail polish, don't wear scarves, etc):
Use/Need/Would try- cream eye shadows, mascara, black flip flops, PJ shorts, A&A style bracelets, charcoal masks, non-pink nail polish
Don't use- perfume, scented lotions or sprays

Alcohol ok? If so, what kind? Yes, craft beer (not too hoppy), hard cider and sometimes wine

Non-alcoholic preferences? Tea, coffee, hot chocolate? I drink coffee and tea. I'm pretty boring with tea and like mint flavors the most.

Favorite color: Right now it's aqua/mint and grey

Favorite candy: Chocolate.. the fanceh stuff!

Favorite restaurant: Oooh this one is tough because we mostly eat at local places or fast casual. Chipotle is always good.

Birthstones of all family members: Aquamarine (me), Tourmaline/Opal (DS), Topaz/citrine (H)

Favorite drink: Water, coffee, craft beer. I enjoy citrus flavors too.

Hobbies: I'm boring and don't really have any. Does hiking count?

Favorites sports teams: I'm not a huge sports fan but I root for my home teams.. Tigers, Lions, Michigan, Red Wings. I hate basketball.

Do you collect anything? No but I do have a "time" theme on my entertainment center (clocks, hour glass).

What do you "need" that you won't buy for yourself? Nice running shoes.. (will think about this one more).

Any projects you are working on currently (like redoing a room or planting a garden): Oh man.. a lot in the next year but it's hard to fully decorate knowing that we'll be moving. Re-painting our bedroom and starting the garden are first on the list. We also have a small herb garden hanging off our deck that we need to get going.

Do you like homemade stuff or is it really just not your thing (nothing else homemade, so it would seem out of place): Sure, homemade is fun!

Anything else (Like, I hate animal statues but love kitschy kitchen equipment): I am in need of a new travel coffee mug with more capacity than the 12oz I have now (but not like those giant 7 11 ones). I like picture frames. I have a tart burner but would like to try beeswax/soy tarts. I like vanilla, fruit and summer scents. Keylime pie is my favorite.

The Little: C is wearing 12 months now. Anything summer, outdoorsy would be good. His new favorite thing is banging toys on the floor or table. He loves all foods.

[ClassyMrsA]

Lilah: 3-6m size. I love to put headbands on her and need more colors (blues, red, greens, patterns). HATE yellow. No yellow. Also, I have a gazillion outfits since I already had Lillian. She's into soft toys that crinkle or are just soft.

Lillian: 2T. She likes art and anything princess. She's into Doc McStuffins, Lion Guard, Frozen, and kids songs. We're also starting to do educational stuff like numbers and letters. She also has a zillion outfits. We have been really lucky to get hand me downs from friends.

[ClassyMrsA]

Apr 26, 2017 15:44:03 GMT -5 waitwhat said:

ClassyMrsA and her hatred of the color yellow! Lol!

Yellow is just...ugh. I just associate it with having the stomach flu (long story) and think it's unlucky so I won't put the girls in yellow. DH will just to annoy me.

[dashook]

Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE: Harry Potter, Hunger Games, GOT, Law & Order: SVU, Chicago PD, Survivor, Jeopardy, America's Next Top Model (yep)

Things you absolutely do not need: mugs--love 'em but we don't have enough cabinet space

Any allergies for anyone in your family: none

Things you just despise like colors, smells, tastes, characters, that type of thing (no nuts, hate floral smells, etc): not a fan of licorice scent or taste, hate rose scents (smells like poo to me)

Beauty/clothing things you use or don't use (use nail polish, don't wear scarves, etc): Love nail polish! Don't wear a lot of accessories or use any products (besides shampoo and conditioner) in my hair.

Alcohol ok? If so, what kind? lol

Yes, alcohol is okay. I mostly drink beer and wine, not a fan of hard stuff at all actually. For beer I love IPA (apparently a UO), preferably a citrusy (rather than floral) one. For wine I like it all but am really into New Zealand sauvignon blancs at the moment.

Non-alcoholic preferences? Tea, coffee, hot chocolate? Coffee all the way. I like a medium roast and I drink a mix of caff and decaf. Hot chocolate is great but I don't drink it a lot; like waitwhat I would rather use those calories for booze.

Favorite color: I love blue, especially teal and aquamarine shades of blue.

Favorite candy: anything chocolate, especially chocolate + almonds or chocolate + peanut butter or chocolate + sea salt. I also love white chocolate! Not a big fan of chocolate and mint combo though.

Favorite restaurant: We love to eat. Favorite chains include Outback Steakhouse and Olive Garden. I should also probably buy stock in Dunkin Donuts.

Birthstones of all family members: me: peridot; DH: amethyst; DS: garnet; D: topaz

Favorite drink: coffee and wine

Hobbies: Orangetheory, cooking, singing, Sudoku, jigsaw puzzles

Favorites sports teams: all Boston sports teams but especially the Word Champion Patriots

Do you collect anything? not really

What do you "need" that you won't buy for yourself? There are so many things but I can't think of them right now. Probably a massage or facial.

Any projects you are working on currently (like redoing a room or planting a garden): none...just trying to get back on my feet at work haha

Do you like homemade stuff or is it really just not your thing (nothing else homemade, so it would seem out of place): absolutely

Anything else (Like, I hate animal statues but love kitschy kitchen equipment): Not really. I'm pretty easy to shop for. I'm going to love whatever I get because it is going to be special coming from one of you

[cheshie6]

tgrimes1980, lol to you're like Jesus... water and wine!!

[jubilantsquirrel]

Favorites sports teams: all Boston sports teams but especially the Word Champion Patriots


JK, you know I love you! 😘

[jubilantsquirrel]

^ I think I messed up the quote. I hate tapa.

@acg831

[jubilantsquirrel]

Apr 26, 2017 17:40:22 GMT -5 jubilantsquirrel said:

^ I think I messed up the quote. I hate tapa.

@acg831

And I messed up the tag. This probably why the Seahawks never win, their fans can't even properly talk shit.

dashook

[kleigh]

I am dying at tgrimes1980 's list. These are really funny.

[cheshie6]

What are laws for shipping alcohol?

ETA sorry for all the questions recently!

[sophiegrace]

I haven't made it to a computer yet and tapatalk is still making huge text walls for me, but I don't to keep my buddy hanging any longer. Sorry! Mobile stinks sometimes.

Characters, shows, movies, books etc that you LOVE: I love all books. Our front room has a wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling built in bookshelf so I'm trying to fill it with books. Because I read my own books on my kindle it's mostly medical texts, children's books, and classics. I've been asking anyone wanting to get me something to choose their favorite book to add to the collection. Children's books are welcome too, M just started enjoying looking at the pages.

Things you absolutely don't need: another dog

Any allergies: no kiwi. It tries to kill me. Unless it'll stay for a few months nothing with dairy or soy (including lecithin)

Things you just despise: I look terrible in yellow and things that smell like potpourri. No dog hair please, I have enough of that.

Beauty/clothing: I LOOOOOVE makeup and all stuff like it. Face masks, hair treatments, exfoliators, chapstick/lip balm, etc. But not nail polish and bubble bath- I can't paint my nails and I despise cleaning tubs. I'm not great at accessorizing and mainly wear the same jewelry basics everyday. I don't know what to do with a scarf. I do lurve me some socks though.

Alcohol: ok. I like white wines; cider, and a shandy this time of year. Would kill for a blended drink, but I can't imagine a daiquiri would ship very well.

Non-alcoholic: umm...orange G2 Gatorade? Oh, and coffee. All the coffee.

Favorite color: I'm still a five year old- PINK!

Favorite candy: I haven't been able to eat any of my favorites in forever, but I can have sour patch kids and enjoy life chocolate

Favorite restaurant: just local places around here. We have basic chains, but nothing good.

Birthstones: me- peridot, H- amethyst, M-topaz

Hobbies: I like working out, cleaning, and telling my dogs to stop doing whatever stupid thing they're currently doing. I realize this is pathetic.

What do I "need" that I won't buy myself: this is hard. I don't really know. I own a lot of stupid stuff, but it doesn't take much to make me happy.

Any projects: I'm always looking for new picture frames and photo albums. I take pictures constantly, I have over 9k on my phone alone. So anything that showcases those memories is right up my alley. Im incredibly sentimental. Little things that remind me of a time and place are the best.

Homemade stuff: I probably wouldn't mind it. If someone makes stuff that they're really proud of I would more than likely love it.

Anything else: I love mugs and Christmas ornaments. I try to get ornaments from all the places we visit (that specify the place) and sent from friends/family if they're in other states.

Mia: little sunshine is in 12 month clothing, loves anything she can put in her mouth, stuff that crinkles, winkels, and music. She enjoys books now and I love reading to her. Honestly though, she'd be just as thrilled if you sent her a half full water bottle. They're just as amusing and way more fun to look at. Especially at bedtime.