Published on Friday, December 16, 2011 by caryn
If there is one gift I'd love to receive but would never ask for or purchase for myself, it would be jewelry. When I was younger and had more free time, I would carefully plan my outfits to include even the tiniest details, such as what earrings would go well with a particular blouse or dress. These days, I'm a bit more careful about the jewelry I wear, mostly becau... Read More »
Published on Sunday, September 26, 2010 by caryn
As a mom and a woman, I want to look beautiful. But it's rare for me to buy anything for myself these days, particularly something like jewelry. When I'm looking for something affordable, I typically shop at department stores.
I've never thought to shop online for real jewelry. How would I be assured of the quality and authenticity of the piece? How would I... Read More »
Published on Sunday, May 9, 2010 by caryn
What did you get for Mother's Day? Chocolate? Flowers? Jewelry? This Mother's Day, my husband and I decided to combine his birthday and Mother's Day into one celebration! The grandparents are going to watch our precious babies while we spend two nights away, relaxing...and more relaxing! In previous years, I've received jewelry (which is actually the type of... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, March 23, 2010 by caryn
Mother's Day is approaching...which is really the only time I can bribe coerce convince my husband to splurge in jewelry. I don't typically purchase jewelry for myself because I find it much more meaningful to receive it from my husband. I'm secretly hoping he reads this post to get some hints for Mother's Day gift ideas!
Waves of Gratitude was created by two w... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, January 20, 2010 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Congrats to Sand our winner!Pearls, when made well, are one of the most beautiful stones. I don't own a lot of "real" jewelry except for my wedding rings, a necklace my husband bought for Mother's Day, and a bracelet my Father bought when I graduated college. However, I have my "list" of pieces I'd love to own some day. J... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, January 6, 2010 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Kimberly. Congrats!
We just barely took our Christmas tree down and now I'm talking about Valentine's Day! I am a hopeless romantic who adores chocolate, roses, and jewlery. My husband does so much to let me know daily that he loves me, but every once and a while, it's nice to get an actual gi... Read More »
Published on Sunday, November 1, 2009 by caryn
Diamonds are forever...at least that's what they say! But diamonds are expensive and I don't have a lot of opportunities to go to situations where I'd need jewelry that fancy. Jewelry, is a very personal gift...every woman has their preferences. I, for one, prefer white gold and silver as opposed to yellow gold. I like petite pieces, since I'm a relatively sma... Read More »
Published on Friday, August 7, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Marci. Congrats!
We (meaning all three 0f us) were very blessed not to have suffered a lot when my son was teething. He was such a happy, even-tempered baby that most of the time he just gnawed on his hand or a toy and drooled a ton. For some babies, teething can cause a lot of misery. I... Read More »
Published on Monday, June 8, 2009 by caryn
When I was a little girl, my mother gave me a gold necklace with my name on it. I still have that necklace, tucked away in my jewelry box for safekeeping since it was made for a child. While I love to wear jewlery, it's not often that I actually purchase pieces for myself. I prefer to leave that to my husband!
I recently had an opportunity to review a necklac... Read More »
Published on Saturday, May 9, 2009 by caryn
There is something special and meaningful about a gift that has been personally hand-crafted. If I'm looking for something unique...something different..something special that I can't find anywhere...I'll often check Etsy. Here is where you'll find artisans selling handmade items in over 30 categories! What I really like about everything I've seen on Etsy, i... Read More »
Published on Thursday, May 7, 2009 by caryn
Jewelry is something that I love receiving, but don't often purchase for myself. I like simple, intricate pieces with meaning. For example, our wedding rings were designed by our jeweler and engraved with personal messages. Each piece of jewelry I own, has a memory attached to it...like the bracelet my father gave me when I graduated...and the necklace my husban... Read More »
Published on Saturday, April 18, 2009 by caryn
My husband asked me what I want for Mother's Day this year (which is what prompted my ideas for the Mother's Day Gift Guide). Jewelry is always something that's on the top of my list, partly because I don't buy it for myself. Every woman has their preference but I've always liked silver and white gold over yellow gold.
I recently had an opportunity to rev... Read More »
Published on Tuesday, February 17, 2009 by caryn
This past Valentine's Day, I received a GORGEOUS piece of jewelry (but it wasn't from my husband!). I have to start by saying thank you to Nicole at Mom Fuse for coordinating this amazing review opportunity!
I know you're wondering what I received...well here is a picture!
It is a beautiful bracelet designed by Sergio Gutierrez. Sergio is the very talented... Read More »
Published on Wednesday, February 4, 2009 by caryn
This giveaway is now closed. Thanks for stopping by. The winner is Dierdra Byrd. Congratulations!
I'm a Southern California girl and last year the "hands-free" law went into effect sending us all out to purchase bluetooths! I'm already on my second bluetooth in the span of a year! That is because my first one was destroyed in this purse (I'm being vulne... Read More »