I recently put together this self care bouquet for a dear friend - full of flowers, gift cards, and a favorite snack, Chomps! It came out so cute, I had to share.
My friend was going through a tough time so some of my MomCo ladies and I all contributed to putting this together. We wanted her to have something that would encourage some self care so we included a Starbuck's gift card for her to treat herself, an Amazon gift card to get anything she might need, and a Trader Joe's gift card for fun groceries.
I had originally wanted to come up with some kind of Chomps bouquet so when I searched online I got the idea to tape the Chomps to a skewer and place it in the bouquet. I did the same for the gift cards.
Growing up in my mom's florist, it was always my favorite whenever she put together some kind of gift basket. Yes, I grew up looking at beautiful arrangements she made. But it was the occasional box of chocolates, teddy bear, or request to also drop off coffee that brought a special delight.
I remember her telling me about one time a husband of a teacher couldn't get anyone to deliver a coffee to his wife. So he purchased a flower arrangement from my mom to deliver as long as she was willing to also deliver a coffee with it! This was long before coffee delivery! But also a reminder how far a kind gesture of a favorite thing can go.
I am very grateful for the kind and generous friends who contributed to such a beautiful and impressive gift. I couldn't have done it on my own. The creative presentation was so fun for me to put together. This truly would make such a sweet and fun gift for anyone and any occasion. I might have to start making these more often!
You can also buy so many gift cards on Amazon now that can be delivered by the next day (just make sure you are ordering a physical gift card). This was so helpful for me while my kids were all home for the summer. I ordered the Starbucks and Amazon gift cards online. Then we went into Trader Joe's for the gift card, Chomps, a card, and flowers. For the flowers I purchased one medium size bouquet and a bundle of chamomile. The chamomile brought a little extra whimsy!
I also found this little book of prayer for grief. I flipped through it and it is really beautiful.
I think about the things that have meant the most to me after becoming a mom. A coffee delivery when I was stressed out, a home cooked meal when everyone was sick, and a beautiful book to cling to when I am dealing with anxiety. Thoughtfulness doesn't always have to be grand, as small gestures can go a long way. I am grateful for others who have shown me kindness and generosity. It really inspired me with this gift.
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