Blog — gift guide

We all know Valentine’s Day as that day in the middle of February where loved ones take the time to show each other love and appreciation through gifts, fancy dinners and romantic gestures. Kids at school take the time to make cards for each other (and their secret crushes), romantic partners order flowers and partake in fancy dinners and, of course, there are those who go completely against the theme of romance to binge horror films and engage in other non-romantic activities to show their opposition to the tradition.  But where did Valentine’s Day traditions originate? It may surprise some...

We’ve all been faced with a gift buying dilemma. You have a special event coming up and you simply have no clue what to buy as a present. What do you buy the woman who has everything? You may even find yourself stumped each year on what to buy your mom for Mother’s Day. You know her so well and she’s grateful for a simple hug and a sweet card, but you always want to treat her and get her something special.  Well, look no further. We’ve put together a quick reference guide on what to buy the women in...

A wedding anniversary provides couples with the opportunity to celebrate reaching another milestone in their marriage and remember the special day when they started their journey together.  Over the years, the tradition of the gifts given has evolved, but the idea behind them is essentially the same. With each passing year, the strength of their bond and the love between them grows and fortifies their marriage. For example, we go from gold to diamond to platinum, each element gaining strength as the milestones grow. Typically, the first 15 years of marriage have a gift associated with it, and then this...