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This month’s top finds have help me keep up with the goals that I set at the beginning of the year. 1. Water Bottle This water bottle has time markings so it encourages you to drink water throughout the day. It has definitely helped me drink more water throughout the day, even if I’m not always on time with every day’s water consumption, it still helps me to look at the bottle, see that I’m late and drink more at that time. Whether I drink water on time throughout the day, or I notice I’m late and I drink more water than I would anyway, it’s a win-win! 2. Food Scale I wanted a food scale so I could adequately measure how much food I was eating. This scale allows you to weigh your meals and snacks so you know how much you are eating. When paired with a food tracking app like My Fitness Pal you can get a better understanding of how much food is actually consumed, whether it be vegetables, pot roast or cake. 3. Moleskine Notebooks At the beginning of the year we always look for ways to get organized. Well I have found that throughout the year, Moleskine Notebooks keep me organized. I like the moleskin professional notebook because it has spaces for everything! You can use it as a bullet journal, a daily planner or a monthly calendar. I use it to plan out each day. I can write out the date, the top few items for that day and my schedule. I like that you can write everything out because, while I schedule most days, I don’t schedule every single day. So if I miss a day, I don’t waste an entire page in my notebook. I hope these items help you keep track of your goals this year as well! These items would make great gifts by themselves or pair them up! Adding a water bottle and food scale to a gym bag would make a great gift for anyone looking to stay healthy. … VHM

These gift pairs are great on their own but even better together! Check out these dynamic duos to help you delight on Valentine's Day! 1. Macaroon Candles + Macarons These cute candles make the perfect matching gift to a sweet treat! Make your home smell amazing while enjoying delicious cookies. 2. Flower Soap + Soap Dish Handwashing has never looked so good! This lovely flower soap is practical and beautiful. Place these petals on this flower shaped soap dish so that any sink is absolutely stunning. 3. Romantic Candle + Matches Burn baby burn! Spark romance with these matches and pair them with a sexy and sweet smelling Slow Burn candle. 4. Shower Oil and Kimono Robe For anyone who needs a little extra relaxation, this pairing is perfect! Spend Valentine's day in a spa of your own making with this robe and shower oil. 6. Bracelet Flask and Pink Tequila Pair this cute flask with this pink tequila for a great Valentine's Day gift for the lady who loves to imbibe. 7. Steamy Book + Bookmark For the book worm who likes to heat it up, pair this artistic bookmark with a steamy book to awaken the imagination. Have a Very Happy Merry Valentine's Day! ... VHM

Sometimes we get stuck in a routine and it can be hard to keep the excitement for everyday activities. Changing things up keeps you on your toes and add a little excitement to your month! These activities are great to do on your own, with a friend or a significant other. 1. Target Couples Challenge If you haven’t heard of the Target Couples Challenge, let me enlighten you! This game can be played at any of your favorite retailers and involves a scavenger hunt-like search of items for your playing companion. Wander around the store and find the items below, set a time limit, set a dollar limit and you’re off! 1. Find something in their favorite color 2. Their favorite thing to drink 3. Their favorite snack 4. Something that reminds you of them. 5. An everyday thing. 2. Make S’mores The utterly delicious campfire treat can be made in your own back yard! Make it a date and grab some marshmallows, grahams and chocolate for the cutest and sweetest activity. I recently picked up this kit from City Bonfires to make it super easy! 3. Have a Taste Test I love this activity because it can be modified to suite any food or drink! If you are normally someone who doesn’t share food, then it’s time to start. With your family, friends or significant other have a taste testing night where everyone shares! One of my favorite ways to do this is with a burger take-out taste test. Let's say there are four participants then everyone chooses a burger they think they will love, then when the food arrives, cut the burger into quarters and everyone gets to try, and determine which one was the best. This can be done with beer, pasta, you name it! If there is a prize for the best item picked—even better! 4. Listen to an Audio Book Listen to an audio book! This might seem basic but when you share an audio book with someone else becomes the next series you’re binge watching together! Listening to a description of a story activates the imagination which can be a great way to spend time by yourself or with a partner. 5. Reset a Resolution How are those New Year’s resolutions doing? Do they need to be reset? If you find you need a little kick in the but to get going again, engage in a little retail therapy and purchase some motivation. Not working out as much as you wanted to—maybe a new set of sneakers is in order? Not eating as healthy as you thought you would—pick up a new cookbook! Not as organized as you thought you would be—buy yourself some new pens and a planner. The point is that the year is long and it’s ok to reignite a passion or resolution with some new gear. 6. Have a Viewing Party February has a few televised events perfect for gathering in your living room. The Super Bowl and the Golden Globes both air in February so make (or order) a delicious array of snacks to enjoy hours of entertainment. Dress up for the event, whether in sports gear for the Super Bowl or elegant attire for the Golden Globes, turn on the television and gather in person or on zoom and watch the event together! Enjoy your month and remember to celebrate everyday! ... VHM

Valentine’s Day is not just about you showing love to our spouse or partner, it’s about showing everyone you love how much you care! Our best girlfriends are there through thick and thin, on the best days and the worst days! Whether you’re single or taken, here are some great ways for you to show your love to the best gals in your life for GALentine’s Day! 1. Mimosa Cubes Add a bottle of champagne to the gift of these mimosa flavor cubes and you’ll give a great brunch-worthy gift—waiter not included! 2. Heart Shaped Waffle Maker Speaking of brunch, this is the cutest waffle maker for a sweet (and inexpensive) gift for any gal on your list. Add some baking mix and syrup for an even more delicious gift! 3. Bath Bombs Give your gal pal an adorable way to relax! These bath bombs are so cute and so festive for Valentine’s Day that any girl will enjoy using them. I also think this one and this one too, are so cute! 4. Love Triangle Rose Quartz This beautiful stone radiates the color of the season but also is said to help create balance and zen in your space, and with this modern design who wouldn’t want to display it in their home. 5. Wine Bottle Straws This gift is for the friend who knows how to have a good time and enjoys a good laugh. Pair these bottle straws with a great bottle of rosé for a great gift! 6. Flower Bouquet Cupcakes Every girl likes flowers but who wouldn’t LOVE edible flowers. This beautiful arrangement of flowers comes on cupcakes—perfect to share or to enjoy by themselves. 7. Yoga Mat This mat will inspire any friend to keep up their workout resolutions for the new year. If they are working out from home, then give them something to keep them excited every time they’re ready to exercise. 8. Stone Quartz Coasters When there are drinks to be had, a beautiful coaster elevates the entire experience. These lovely coasters would be a great gift paired with their favorite wine! 9. Love Book This books is great for lovers, but also for friends! A book with key moments throughout your friendship is sure to make them appreciate your friendship even more. 10. Fragranced Lip Balm This sweet smelling lip balm is packaged just as sweetly! Gifting this vintage-inspired tin will wow your Galentine while moisturizing their lips. Very, Happy Galentine’s Day! … VHM

It can be difficult to navigate Valentine's Day and find the perfect give to show your love for the women in your life. Here are a few ideas to help you nail it for all of the ladies you love! Capsule Locket This beautiful locket is a lovely gift for your girlfriend or wife. I love the idea of putting a love note or a pet name or inside joke within a capsule locket that is so close to her heart. Flower soaps Give the gift of relaxation with these bath soaps that are used petal by petal. Paired with a beautiful flower soap dish, these flower soaps are the perfect gift for your mother or mother-in-law. Key Chain and a Key to your Place Are you ready to take your relationship to the next level? This is a great gift that packs a lot of impact for not a lot of money. A sweet key chain paired with access to your home (and heart) would make a Valentine's gift to remember. Lip Coasters and Alcohol Are you celebrating GALentine's Day with your best pal? Then bring over a great gift to share! Pair these super cute lip coasters with their favorite spirit for an unforgettable evening. Lunya Silk Pajamas These luxe pajamas are a great gift for anyone. Soft and elegant, anyone would love to sleep in these. What gift are you giving for Valentine's Day? ... VHM

I love to shop in advance! Of course, I am always shopping ahead of Christmas and birthdays but Valentine’s Day is no different. The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is on now and it is a great time to grab up some on sale gifts for yourself or the one you love. Valentine's Day is a holiday where I love to give a gift that is a little lighter. These gifts can be a little more fun and playful for the one you love! Check out these great gift ideas: Great Valentine's Gifts For the Lady in Your Life: SLIP SLEEP SET: This set that is a great gift for any lady on your list. I love this set for your wife or girlfriend with a little cheeky note that says, “this is for those few nights when we don’t keep each other up all night!” PADLOCK EARRINGS: These earrings are ever so cute and perfect for the one who has your heart all locked up! HEART EARRINGS: These delicate heart earrings are perfect for the one that has your heart. MAC LIP KIT: Give her this set because it’s everything she needs for her lips, except your lips of course! SAFETY PIN BRACELET: This delightfully edgy bracelet is perfect for the love in your life that loves all thigs chic! I love the idea of wrapping this gift and pinning a note to the package that says, “My heart will always be pinned to yours.” Great Valentine's Gifts For Men: WRIST WATCH: For the one you to spend all all your time with. SUNGLASSES: For the romantic moments when you look deep into their eyes, but it's also bright! SNEAKERS: Because they've been running through your mind all day, and for the past three years (or however long you’ve been with your mate). SHAVE CREAM: Because you love getting soooo close to them. MICROPHONE SOAP: Because they make your heart sing! If you’ve found something that will make your sweetheart smile on Valentine’s Day, grab it soon before the sale is over! Very Happy Gifting! … VHM

Sometimes the best gift is delivered by a company directly to the gift recipient. As much as I love to be able to control the gift’s contents, packaging and presentation sometimes the best option is to let someone else handle it. Not only can shipping a package from a third party be the perfect gift but it can also make things really easy on you! That’s why I’m showing you great options to send to anyone for those occasions when you’re in a time crunch or just want to send something unique. Recently I purchased several different charcuterie options from a Southern California based company, Vibes. The Order: Item: Sweet Vibe Size: The Sweet Box - Individual Serving Item: Weekend Vibe Size: The Duo - Serves 1-2 Item: San Francisco Vibe Size: The Fam - Serves 2-4 Item: LA Vibe Size: The Duo - Serves 1-2 Delivery & Arrival: When you place your order through their website, you enter in what time you’d like your boards delivered. You are notified when the items are out for delivery and then notified again as your items get closer or when they have arrived. Overall, great attention was paid to the delivery of the order. Presentation: There are times when you receive an order and things need to be put together or assembled to look like what you ordered. This is not the case here, everything arrives beautifully arranged and packaged so that all you need to do is remove the wrapping and enjoy! Quality: Everything that I received was fresh and delicious. Each board had a great selection of items that all went well together to create great flavors. How to Gift: I love these boards to send as a surprise gift or to celebrate a special occasion like or to get delivered for a sweet picnic date (um, Valentine's Day, Anniversaries!). I would love to send this to a new Momma just home from the hospital after giving birth, what a great way to take one more task off her plate by putting delicious food on it! Another benefit to these boards is that you have so many healthy options. We all love getting sweet treats delivered but it’s nice to have an option for a fresh treat sometimes. Vibes also offers experiences which I am dying to try! This is not a paid post, all items were paid for and enjoyed by me. Very Happy Gifting! ... VHM

The month of love is almost upon us so we’re helping you get ready with plenty of time to spare! Here are some great ways for you to show your love to the women in your life on Valentine’s Day and any day! 1. Mani Pedi System For the woman who loves to pamper herself, this is a great set equipped with all of the needs for an at home mani/pedi. This also makes a great gift for friends, mom and sisters. 2. Goldbelly Rose Cake For the lady who has a sweet tooth, a sweet and celebratory dessert is a great addition to any Valentine’s Day! A spectacular dessert is the perfect way to top off a very special home cooked meal. I also love this adorable cake and this one too! 3. Incense Holder Smell is as much a part of romance as any other of the senses! Create a mood with this beautiful incense holder. 4. Usual Wines It’s wine time! Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love so add some libations to your celebration! Whether as a gift or part of dinner these uniquely bottled wines are a great addition to the day. 5. Lunya Sleeping Mask For those evenings when you don’t keep each other up all night (wink, wink) this mask will help block out ambient light for a good night’s rest. This mask is on my wish list for sure! 6. Be Mine Shortbread Cookies Cake not her thing? No problem! These sweet cookies have a sweet Valentine's note. If you want extra special shortbread cookies this version can be customized with a message from the heart. A special date or a note would be a darling treat on Valentine’s Day. 7. Silk Face Masks Any daily items that are upgraded to luxury make a great gift for any time of year. Face masks are a necessity, so give her a little luxury with a silk face mask. 8. Retro viewer This gift is perfect for the nostalgic girlfriend or wife and when it comes to a relationship, who isn’t a little nostalgic? You can create the perfect set of images of you two throughout your relationship. Make a highlight reel or show images from the start of the relationship to now, or do both! 9 Estelle Colored Glass Viewing Valentine’s Day through rose colored glasses will make the day so much brighter! Add a bottle of her favorite wine (maybe rose to match!) to pair with these beautiful glasses for a great start to the evening. 10. Tea Flavored Sweets This sweet box of treats is a great gift for the tea lover on Valentine’s Day. It’s a great little gift for grandmothers, mothers and coworkers. Very, Happy Valentine’s Day! … VHM

The month of love is almost upon us so we’re helping you get ready with plenty of time to spare! Here are some great ways for you to show your love to the men in your life on Valentine’s Day and any day! 1. Boska Fondue Pot What a sweet way to spend Valentine’s Day with a chocolate fondue set! As a gift or as a way to spend the evening, paired with different berries and bananas, you’ll be in for a great date. 2. Happily Date Night Box If your significant other has a difficult time planning a date, then this is the gift for them. It’s really a gift for both of you! Help them out with great dates, in a box, delivered to you. Hopefully it will inspire date night inspiration for more dates to come! 3. Solid Cologne Whether you’re adding to his collection of colognes or start his collection, this solid scent is a nice alternative to a spray-everywhere cologne. Perfect for a man on-the-go, this cologne is super portable. 4. Eastern Provisions Pretzels If they say the fastest way to a man’s heart is through his stomach, then these pretzels are sure to put you in the fast lane! 5. Ember Mug If your hubby loves their morning caffeine fix then this gift will warm more than his heart. This mug keeps beverages warm long after the first pour so your honey can enjoy their coffee or tea down to the last drop. 6. Personalized Whiskey Ice Cubes Love on the rocks? Not with this gift! Only his favorite whiskey or will be on personalized rocks with this sweet gift. Pair with any of these pink spirits for the perfect on-theme gift. 7. Theragun Mini Massager Massages are very romantic, but with the Theragun Mini, they can also accelerate athletic recovery with a great muscle massage. This is a gift that can make any Valentine’s evening much more relaxing or very exciting! 8. Truff Hot Sauce This delicious, truffle infused hot sauce is a great gift for any spicy lover with a love for spices. Tasty on so many things, this sauce will be a treat for the hot stuff in your life! 9. Where to go When We haven’t been traveling a lot lately but hopefully soon we’ll be on the road again! This book will inspire couples trips that are sure to come! 10 Boy Smells Candles Candles are classic Valentine’s gift but switch it up on him and give him some unconventional scents that are a little different than the usual sweeter fragrances. This trio includes Ash, Cedar Stack and Kush, that will let him know that you’re really thinking of what he’ll like. Very, Happy Valentine’s Day! … VHM

Sometimes we get stuck in a routine and it can be hard to keep the excitement for everyday activities. Changing things up keeps you on your toes and add a little excitement to your month! These activities are great to do on your own, with a friend or a significant other. 1. Take a new online workout class Try a different type of workout than you are used to. If you normally lift weights, take a yoga class. If you normally take yoga take a HIIT class. Breaking a sweat in a new way will challenge you physically and mentally and could help you find a new workout obsession. 2. Play a game Pick a card, any card (game)! Walk down the game aisle of your local store and maybe the spirits aisle too and pick a new game to occupy your time on a Saturday night. My personal favorite is Uno but I also love a good board game. 3. Build a Snowman “Do you want to build a snowman?” cue the frozen soundtrack. If you live in an area that gets snow, appreciate it! Having lived in different climates, I know from personal experience that the snow can create the required chores of shoveling and snow blowing but don’t forget that it also can be glorious! Put on your hat and gloves and spend some time in the greater outdoors. If you aren’t in a climate that gets snow, spend time outdoors in another way. 4. Organize Your Closet and Then Make a Shopping List There’s no time like the present to purge, donate and organize items in your closet. Going through and getting rid of the items you no longer love or use helps get the year off to a great start. After you’ve gone through everything, and I mean really pulling things out and deciding if you will realistically still wear everything, make an intentional shopping list. Think about what you really need. If you’ve gotten rid of the jeans that don’t fit well but you know you need a pair of go-to jeans then add that to the list. Did you realize that you don’t have a rain coat, then add that to the list. Thinking about what you actually need and making a list will help you shop with more intention. Keep this list on your phone and reference it when you’re shopping. 5. Binge a Book Enjoy a leisurely trip to the bookstore and grab an interesting title, sit down with a hot cup of coffee and get lost in a book. Binging a streaming series is nice but switching up the medium from time to time is even more fun. Can you finish an entire book in a day? Learn something new or discover a new world by spending a little time off-screen. If you’re doing this activity with a partner, read out loud to each other. Hearing you friend or spouse’s take on each character can be an entertaining break to the latest tv show. Enjoy your month and remember to celebrate everyday! ... VHM

After all of the Christmas decorations are taken down, it can leave the home feeling a little bare. The tree is gone, the wreaths are put away and the sparkling lights aren’t shining anymore. Now is the time when everyone is looking for a little inspiration on how to decorate their home in the new year. These home décor books will set anyone on the right track as well as look beautiful on any coffee table or bookshelf! 1. AD at 100 2. Abode 3. Styled 4. Live Beautiful 5. Made for Living 6. Travel Home 7. Down to Earth 8. Inspired by Nature 9. The Authentics These books will inspire some much needed decorating and are great to give to others or read for yourself. Pair these books with a throw or candle to really add to their home décor! Very Happy Gifting! … VHM

After all the celebrations are over it's time to think about the year ahead. Let’s talk about New Year’s goals and resolutions! While it’s not a gift you give to someone else, reflecting on your year and how you want to improve is the best gift you can give yourself! One of the holiday traditions I have established with myself is to spend time on New Years to gather my thoughts on what I want to accomplish in the next year. Really take time to think about what you what to happen in the next year. Setting goals is not about tearing yourself down if you don’t accomplish them, it’s about giving yourself something to focus on. So when you get distracted you can refer back to them throughout the year. It allows you to reset every day, every week, every month versus just at the start of a new year. Whether it’s a list, a mood board with pasted magazine pictures, or a graphic image created in photoshop it’s a great way of preparing yourself for the year ahead. To help you get the wheels turning, here are a list of topics that you can review: MIND: Learning something new: Take one online class a month Read one book a month BODY: Fitness: Work out twice a week Stress: Meditate at least once a week HEART: Personal: Call Mom once a week Romance: Weekly date nights with husband SOUL: Spirituality: Attend services at least once a month Start Gratitude Journal and write in it daily BUSINESS: Financial goals: Pay off credit card with $100 a week Create business plan for new business idea Now that you’ve thought through your goals, make sure that you’ve addressed the frequency in which you will work on these items. Notice how the examples above each have a time frame associated with them. Make sure you write down when and how often you can commit to these goals. Are these daily, weekly or monthly commitments? It’s about pushing yourself for consistency not perfection. You may need a break so saying you’re going to anything “everyday” is unrealistic and can lead you to get discouraged and give up on a goal early. It’s unrealistic to say you’re going to work out “everyday” if you don’t workout at all now. What if you’re sick? What if it’s your Birthday? Allow yourself some wiggle room in your goal. Instead of “everyday” can you do three days a week? This scheduling allows you to move things around and stay on track. Really think through your goals. Stretch yourself but make your goals attainable if you really work towards them. If you want to write a book, how many words or pages can you dedicate to your book goal a day or every week? When are you going to find time to write? If you say you’re going to write a book, then know that you need to put time towards writing most days. Does that mean you’re going to wake up early, stay up late or work through lunch? After you’ve written down your goals and resolutions for the new year, take pictures! Those goals should be everywhere you look! Take a picture and make it the photo background on your phone, tablet, laptop and/or desktop. And don't stop writing them down! Write down your top goals or all of those goals every day, week or month. Make sure that you are constantly reminding yourself of what YOU said YOU want to accomplish. Now get goal setting! … VHM