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Gifts For Your Mum from Interflora UK

June 22, 2012 · by · 8 Comments
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Flowers from Interflora UK table for fiveIf you were to make a list of the most important women in your life, many of you are likely to put your mother at the top. She raised you, fed you, clothed you and listened to all your problems as a child, and you love her very much for all of that. To show your gratitude for all her effort, you might consider buying some gifts for her from interflora or other retailers, but you may wonder what presents she would like.

Whether it’s for a special occasion like her birthday, anniversary, Christmas or Mother’s Day, you’ll want to make her feel loved. One way in which you can do that is buy her a gift which she’ll appreciate. By going to the likes of interflora thank you gifts might seem easier to think of than you first anticipated.
One of the best possible things you could buy your mum as a present is a framed photo of you and her together. This will help to remind her of how much you lover her and all that she’s done for you since birth. Another great gift idea would be buying her a bunch of flowers. Whatever the occasion, a bunch of freshly-cut, beautifully-arranged roses will surely bring a smile to her face and a tear of joy to her eye.

You might also consider buying her something she’s always wanted, like a DVD of her favourite film, a necklace or perhaps a book she’s wanted to read for a while. Like the best anniversary gifts at interflora, whatever you decide to get your mother as a present, you should make sure it’s wrapped or presented in such a way that, regardless of the type of gift, she’ll be excited to receive it. Making an effort with the gift’s presentation can make it look even better than it actually is.

 

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216 Piece Magnetic Balls Set From DinoDirect – Video

April 21, 2011 · by · 2 Comments
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This is a sponsored post from DinoDirect.com. They asked me to tell you about this product and their site in my own words.
DinoDirect Magnetic Balls Desk Toy

Magnets are a wildly popular toy for everyone from kids to adults. People post all kinds of videos on YouTube showing what they make with magnet sets, who knew? DinoDirect.com has a 216 piece Magnetic Balls Toy that makes pretty much anything you can imagine. Photos on their site show pencil and pen caddies, business card holders, crown and coffee mug sculptures, even pretend eyeglass frames!

I decided there HAD to be a video on YouTube showing someone making something with this set, and sure enough, I found it. Here’s a cool demo that starts with little triangles, joins them up to make flower shapes, then combines those into a six-sided triangle box:

Each of the Magnetic Balls in the set is strong enough to hold papers to your fridge by itself, so imagine how strong they are when combined! I’m already thinking ahead to Father’s Day – these would be great to include with my husband’s gifts, something he can take to work and fiddle with on his desk. Best of all they are only $21.79 with free worldwide shipping plus the site says “free gift with order” – bonus! Check out DinoDirect.com and decide for yourself!

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How many weeks until Christmas? FIVE

November 23, 2009 · by · 18 Comments
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If you look at my Christmas Countdown ticker at the bottom of the right sidebar, it’s 31 days until Christmas. So I suppose mathematically, that’s four weeks plus a few days, but the way I look at it, there’s this whole week (Monday to Friday), and then four more weeks of Monday to Friday until Christmas. Okay, it’s weird math, but it’s MY weird math, LOL.

So, has anyone else started shopping for gifts? I’ve had three text documents saved since the beginning of last month, one for Kaitlyn, one for the boys, and one for Chris, and in each one, I make a note each time any of them say “you know what I’d like for Christmas?” Of course, Kaitlyn’s list changes pretty much daily, so anything she only mentioned once gets deleted from the list. The few things she’s mentioned over and over got bumped up to the top.

Last night I went to bed at about 11:30, and at 12:45 AM, I was still laying there wide awake. I realized that what I was thinking about was all of the people I’d like to give Christmas presents to, family as well as close friends. I was trying to think of a way that I could accomplish two goals: 1. find Cheap Christmas Gifts and 2. not have to run around to multiple stores dealing with huge crowds. What works best for me is coming up with one gift that works for everyone. So there I am at 12:45 in the morning, and I realized I had just thought of the PERFECT gift that works for everybody!

So, I jump out of bed, turn on the lamp, put on my glasses, pick up a pen off the floor, find a little notebook on my dresser, get back in bed, and start making a list of the families and friends I want to give gifts to.  I made that list, then I made a list of people to make sure to send Christmas cards to. I was done in about fifteen minutes, and when I finished, I put the pen and notebook down on my nightstand, took off my glasses, turned off the lamp, and fell sound asleep!  Apparently, all I need to be able to sleep is to write down all the thoughts swirling around in my head in a notebook!

Have you made your holiday gift list yet?  Done any shopping? Tell me in a comment what’s going on with you!

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide

May 7, 2009 · by · 2 Comments
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Still looking for the perfect Mother’s Day gift for your Mom? Is your husband scratching his head claiming he has no idea what to get you? Here’s a list of products and sites that could be the perfect gift!

1. Give the gift of financial organization with Mint.com, and it’s free!

  • Easy to use: It takes less than 5 minutes to get up and running.
  • Safe and Secure: Not to worry. Mint.com provides bank–level data security and industry–leading identity protection validated by VeriSign and TRUSTe.
  • Convenient: Mint.com provides visibility into virtually all your financial accounts in one place.
  • Visual: Mint.com lets you setup a budget and downloads, categorizes and graphs all of your finances automatically every day, so you know where you’re spending.
  • Constantly working to find you savings: Mint.com typically finds users hundreds in savings opportunities in their first session. And it keeps on working to find new ways for you to save every day.
  • Available anywhere: You’re automatically notified of upcoming bills, low balances, and any unusual activity in any of your accounts from any computer or your mobile phone.

2. Download a free copy of national life balance expert Renee Trudeau’s award winningThe Mother’s Guide to Self-Renewal: How to Reclaim, Rejuvenate and Re-Balance Your Life for 48 hours: May 8th-May 10th at www.mothersguidetoselfrenewal.com

3. LOVE, MOM: Poignant, Goofy, Brilliant Messages from Home is a collection of around 250 emails, IMs, and text messages sent from Mothers to their Daughters.  From the authors of the hilarious Postcards From Yo Momma blog.  Funny, sweet, and entertaining, LOVE, MOM is the ideal Mother’s Day gift for Moms with a good sense of humor!

4. Bedtime Stories on DVD or Blu-Ray (DVD has a single disc package or a two-disc set with digital copy for eight bucks more).  Adam Sandler stars as a man who makes up bedtime stories for his niece and nephew only to find out they came true the next day. Rated PG.

5. SoftHands and Deep Moisture from Softress- soothe Mom’s dry hands and skin with luxurious blends of plant oils and antioxidants, no added fragrances, so gentle they are edible!

6. For Moms that love candles, Febreze has come out with their Exotic Destinations collection, with three candles whose scent is reminiscent of Brazil, Hawaii, or Morocco. They look pretty, smell great, last a long time, and aren’t expensive- score!

7. Blogger Dawn Meehan, who I met at the Campbell’s event earlier this year, wrote a really funny book titled “Because I Said So“. Dawn and her husband have six kids and there’s never a dull moment! Her book would make a great gift for Moms who like to read funny, irreverent parenting stories.

8. Does your Mom/Wife like to cook?  Give her  one-year subscription to online meal-planning site emealsforyou. Use code MOMCKS-23 to get a 12-month subscription for only $29.00!

9.  Let Mom spend a day relaxing and escaping into romantic 19th century England with Pride & Prejudice on Blu-Ray or DVD. Three discs contain all five hours of the original miniseries plus a retrospective documentary with the actors looking back on the filming (alas, Colin Firth does not appear), a walking tour of the shooting locations, and an A&E Biography episode about Jane Austen. Available in stores and on Amazon.

10. Speaking of relaxing, show your Mom you know she deserves “Me Time” with a Me Time t-shirt.  Whether it’s her own box of chocolates to savor, time for a long bath, or even uninterrupted computer time, let your Mom/Wife know that you understand the importance of her having balance in her life.

These are just a few of the terrific products I’ve come across for Mother’s Day gifts. Or for buying any time of the year!

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What I Learned At Hallmark

April 14, 2009 · by · 14 Comments
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My trip to the Kansas City, Missouri home of Hallmark was brief but packed with information. It’s a beautiful city and I wish I had been able to do more exploring there.  Our day started bright and early with a trip to the Hallmark Visitor’s Center.  We learned about founder Joyce C. Hall, who came to Kansas City for business college. He had been helping his older brothers run a bookstore that also sold postcards, and he continued selling postcards by mail-order.  His brother joined him in 1911 and by 1915, they began producing greeting cards in envelopes.

The name “Hallmark” came from both a play on the name Hall and the word for quality. According to a google search I did, a place called Goldsmith’s Hall marked gold and silver coins with a mark meaning high quality. Thus, the coins got a “Hall Mark”.  A Hallmark product means high quality!

A few interesting tidbits I jotted down in my notebook-

  • in 1928, Hallmark introduced “Greetaphone” cards, which I learned were a paper card with an actual gramophone disc attached. The recipient played the record and heard a message. I would have never guessed that people were getting recorded cards that long ago!
  • The wrapping paper sold by Hallmark began as the pretty patterned liner paper that went inside envelopes.
  • In 1939 a Hallmark artist designed a Mother’s Day card showing a wagon full of purple pansies. The design proved so popular that it is still used, for cards for all occasions.
  • Hallmark cards are made in over 30 languages and sold in over 100 countries.
  • Hallmark bought Crayola in 1984. The Hallmark Crown Center complex includes CrayolaLand, which sells EVERY CRAYOLA PRODUCT MADE. And no, I did NOT have time to shop there which made me very sad.
  • Hallmark card commercials, even when not in English, can bring me to tears.  Trust me, I wasn’t the only person on this trip who cried-some more than once *cough*Casey*cough*  :)

Every person we met at Hallmark was as thrilled to meet us as we were to meet them. We met writers, graphic designers, and editors, and I’ll tell you this-  from what we saw, Hallmark is a wonderful place for creative people to work. And, they are progressive. Hallmark pays attention to trends, listens to consumers, thinks of new ways to express sentiments in cards and in other products.

I’ll be honest, I don’t buy a lot of greeting cards, which is something we all talked about there. Why don’t people send more cards? Have we forgotten the art of handwriting and giving our friends and loved ones something tangible to hold and look at?  Do we want e-cards and Facebook pokes to replace the joy of finding a birthday CARD in our mailbox?  It’s certainly something I’m thinking about a lot more since going to Hallmark.

I also asked right up front, with all the choices in cards, why should I specifically pick a Hallmark card? Aren’t they more expensive? The answer is NO. Hallmark’s value cards are only 99 cents, and yet the same work and care goes into coming up with the perfect design and written text for each one. And now that I have met some of the people behind the cards, you bet I’m more likely to choose a Hallmark card.

It was also terrific to spend the day with these awesome bloggers and meet their adorable kids!:

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Left to right in back: Amanda from Mommy Mandy, Kristin from An Ordinary Life, Natalie from  Red Sox Mommy, Trisha from Sweet ‘n’ Sassy Girls, Jenn from Mommy Needs Coffee, Michelle from Gotcha Baby, Janice from 5 Minutes for Mom, Gabrielle from Design Mom, Tanya from Mommy Goggles.

Left to right in front: Stephanie from Adventures in Babywearing, Me, Casey from Moosh in Indy.

A big thank you goes to Jon Gray from Fleishman-Hillard for not only organizing the trip but also putting up with my endless cell phone calls on my way to KC, with my flight being delayed, the plane not showing up, a new flight, and then minor hotel problems. He was professional and friendly and helpful through the whole thing. Thanks also to Mandy from F-H, and Deirdre, Eileen, and Tara from Hallmark.  I had a wonderful time!

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Win a Jellycat Plush Toy & help me win a Shopping Spree!

November 26, 2008 · by · 14 Comments
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This giveaway is closed. Unfortunately, no one made a purchase from Sugarplum Dreams, so I won’t be winning a $500 Shopping Spree from the site, but I do have a winner of a medium-size Jellycat Plush- Christina from A Hippie Liberal Mom Chronicles. Congratulations!

How would you like to win an adorable medium-size Jellycat Plush toy?
How would you like to save 15% on purchases over $50 at Sugarplum Dreams??
How would you like to help ME win a $500.00 Shopping Spree from Sugarplum Dreams???

Awesome!! Here’s what to do:

1. Enter to win a medium-size Jellycat Plush toy of your choice from Sugarplum Dreams. I got Kaitlyn this adorable Duckling for Christmas-

For ONE entry, go to Sugarplum Dreams, and look near the top left for the Search box. Type in Jellycat Medium to see all the animals in that size. Come back here and tell me which one you’ll choose if you win! Open to US only, one entry per person, enter by Wednesday December 3rd at Noon ET. The winner will be contacted by email for their full name, mailing address, daytime phone, and choice of Medium Size Jellycat Plush. The winner must reply within three business days.

** Sugarplum Dreams has generously created a coupon code good for 15% off a purchase of $50 or more for MomReviews readers. The coupon code is momreview15.  The site that sends the most buyers to Sugarplum Dreams by December 31st wins a $500 Shopping Spree! I would LOVE to win the Shopping Spree, the first thing I would buy is a 5′x8′ rug for Kaitlyn’s room to replace the old one that came from Chris’ Mom’s house.

SO, for FIFTY, that’s right, I said FIFTY ENTRIES in this giveaway, here’s what to do:

Go to Sugarplum Dreams and shop for the perfect item! You can choose from eco-friendly toys, cozy chenille blankets, luxurious “lotions and potions” ( I recommend Noodle & Boo, especially the Conditioning Hair Polish), murals and growth charts in beautiful designs, a wide variety of children’s books, Skip Hop diaper bags (the Pronto is the PERFECT size for a few wipes and diapers), and of course, the adorable Jellycat plush toys, and so much more!. Spend at least $50.00 and at checkout, enter this coupon code:

momreview15

Email me at elizabeth(at)table4five(dot)net with the confirmation of your purchase, and you’ll have 50 entries in the giveaway and my UNDYING GRATITUDE 4EVER. I might even send you something special even if you don’t win the Jellycat plush giveaway!

So that’s one entry for visiting Sugarplum Dreams, checking out the Jellycat plush toys, and coming back here to tell me which one you’ll choose if you win. And FIFTY ENTRIES for making a purchase of at least $50.00 and using coupon code

momreview15

to save 15 percent off your purchase! Then come back here and leave the comment :)

I’m so excited at the prospect of winning this Shopping Spree! Thanks everybody!!!!

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Holiday Gift Idea-Clothespins! Game from Briarpatch

November 2, 2008 · by · 1 Comment
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Clothespins game from BriarpatchFrom Briarpatch, the company whose games have won over 300 awards, comes this new strategy and matching game that is fun for kids of all ages! The object of Clothespins! is to collect cards and hang them on your three “clotheslines”. The colorful cards depict pieces of clothing in different patterns, and matches are made like this- three pairs of shorts create a match, or a shirt, socks, and shorts all with the same pattern.

The catch is the “laundry bird” cards, which can be used to swipe laundry from an opponent or move pieces of clothing from one clothesline to another. The game also includes rules for playing with younger children that doesn’t use the laundry bird (trust me, toddlers get kind of upset when you “steal” their cards!).

Each Clothespins! Game comes with 4 game boards, 66 playing cards that feature 12 finishing poles, 49 laundry cards and 5 mischievous birds. The game is designed for children ages 5+, although Kaitlyn sat and played with the boys and I and we just modified the rules so it was fun for her to match up the cards. We had her put all the shirts in a pile, all the pants in a pile, and then had her find all the polka dots, all the stripes. These are great basic skills for preschoolers! Clothespins! is for 2 to 4 players with a suggested retail price of $12.99. Visit the Briarpatch website for more wonderful, award-winning games and puzzles, there is something for everyone!

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Lil Baby Cake Diaper Cakes! So Cute!

August 14, 2008 · by · 8 Comments
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The Mom-Created Lil Baby Cakes is a one-of-a-kind site for purchasing handmade, made in the USA baby gifts, including the absolutely amazing “Diaper Cake”. I’ve been having so much fun just browsing the site, wishing I had a friend about to have a baby shower so that I would have an excuse to buy a diaper cake and some of the great Baby Gifts! Lil Baby Cakes has a charming collection of gifts for baby girls and boys as well as neutral gifts for expectant parents who are waiting to be “surprised”. Some of the gifts available include super-soft Gund teddy bears, “Satineesnugs” which are soft blankets combined with a stuffed animal, and “Big Brother” or “Big Sister” photo albums to help siblings feel special.

“WOW” your guests at a baby shower by purchasing any of the centerpieces at Lil Baby Cakes, which would also make incredible Baby Shower Gifts. Made from real, usable Pampers Swaddlers diapers and the highest quality baby products from Burt’s Bees and Johnson & Johnson, each “diaper cake” is assembled by hand in a completely smoke- and pet-free studio. Each tier of the “cake” is made of the diapers, plus additional items tied to the sides, topped with a stuffed animal. The more tiers the cake has, the more diapers and other baby items it has. There’s a cake design to fit most any shower theme, including classic Winnie the Pooh, and even diaper cakes meant for baby showers for a mom expecting twins. To give you an idea, here’s what comes in the Lil Garden Party 4-Tier Diaper Cake:

* Approximately 70 Pampers Brand Swaddlers Diapers
* Baby Gund Teddy Bear Named Puddin
* 2 Luxury washcloths
* Johnson and Johnson baby shampoo, baby wash, baby lotion, baby powder
* 4 oz. coordinating bottle
* Embellishments to enhance the garden

This cake is approximately 12 inches wide x 18 inches tall. Each Lil’ Baby Cake comes beautifully wrapped with premium ribbon, bow & white tulle – ready for giving.

Don’t let the price of Diaper Cakes stop you from considering them, if you think about purchasing each of those items individually, plus putting them together, I think the prices seem reasonable (especially for me, the least crafty person ever.) If three people would have spent about $50.00 each anyway, they can pool that money towards one spectacular diaper cake that will be sure to be the hit of the baby shower plus give the new parents items they can really use right away!

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Table for Five’s Father’s Day Gift Guide

June 13, 2008 · by · 12 Comments
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PhotobucketOkay, so here’s the thing- I thought Father’s Day was NEXT SUNDAY. My Outlook Calendar has posts scheduled for that whole week, which is when I was going to tell you all about the best, hottest gifts for Dads this Father’s Day. Which is THIS SUNDAY! OOOOOOPS! So, instead, you get the gift guide TODAY! Here’s how it’s going to work-I’m going to tell you about and link to some great products that I have personally researched that I think will make great gifts for Dads. Some can be bought in stores, so if you haven’t already bought something, you still have time (go, this weekend! Go SHOPPING!). Anything that needs to be purchased online, here’s what you do-if it’s the perfect gift, print out a screenshot of the page and fold it up inside a Father’s Day card that lets him know that the gift has been ordered and is on it’s way! Ready? Let’s talk great Father’s Day Gifts!

For Dads Who Aren’t Too Manly To Admit They Like Flowers:
As part of their Happy Hour collection, 1-800-Flowers pairs beautiful arrangements with classic bar glasses. From the beer lover, to martini drinker there is an arrangement for all tastes. Forget the vase, you can send Dad his flowers in an acrylic beer mug or black etched martini shaker created by metal artist Michael Aram. The Martini Shaker of Blooms by Jane Carroll is $75.00 and the 1-800-FLOWERS® Beer Mug of Blooms™ is $29.99. Call 1-800-FLOWERS or visit http://ww22.1800flowers.com/to order.

For Dads Who Like To Kick Back And Relax With Man’s Best Friend:
When he’s not lounging in his La-Z-Boy he’ll want to kick back in his new set of Adirondack Chairs and Ottomans ($49-99), which will go perfectly on that new porch he built last summer. Man’s Best Friend can even join in the fun with the matching Adirondack Pet Chair ($79) – both items available at http://www.TheCompanyStore.com.

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For The Dad Who Likes To Run At Night:
*The Reebok Lighted hat ($28) is excellent for nighttime running because the hat has two bright LED lights and reflective material to keep your Dad safe from stray cars. Available at Dick’s Sporting Goods stores or http://www.DicksSportingGoods.com

Products for Dads


For Dads Who Like The Great Outdoors:
*Give him shorts and pants all-in-one! The Pinnacle Peak Convertible Pants, $55 are perfect for the dad who wears the same thing again and again – all he has to do is zip them on or off for pants or shorts. These tech pants are quick-dry and durable for any outdoor activity and the gusseted crotch facilitates freedom for increased comfort, and the zip-off legs are perfect for all weather conditions on a weekend hike or camping trip. Check Sporting Goods or Camping Stores.

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For The Dad Who Likes To Be Eco-Conscious:
*If you’re going to take the safe route and buy your dad a polo – impress him with an organic, UV protectant polo – it’ll give him something to talk about between holes at the golf course! The Nike ACG Kane Stripe Polo, $40 is made from 100% certified organic cotton that is grown without the use of synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. It is UV protective UPF30 for excellent protection, meeting ASTM D-6603 standards. This shirt will definitely make the other Dads jealous. Available at Dick’s Sporting Goods or http://www.DicksSportingGoods.com.


For Dads Who Are Eco-Conscious And Like To Cook:
*A six piece set of the new eco-friendly cookware GreenPan ($99.90) is a great gift for Dads who cook! Available on http://www.HSN.com, GreenPan cookware is the first completely PTFE-free non-stick cookware utilizing revolutionary Thermolonâ„¢ technology, which is PFOA-free in manufacturing.

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For Coach Dad:
Who stands on the sidelines for five straight hours in the pouring rain cheering you on? Dad! Surprise him with the Nike ACG Black Water Hoodie, $55. This hoodie features Nike Therma-Sphereâ„¢ technology, which utilizes a three dimensional fabric construction to help keep him dry and to reduce cling from perspiration. This piece is perfect to throw over a tee, and warm him up after standing on the sidelines all day. Available at Nike stores (not available online).

For Gadget Dad:
Best Buy has come up with some awesome gifts just for Dad this Father’s Day. They have a special Zune 30Gb MP3 player “action bundle” that comes with all of this-
* Includes a DLO1 Action Jacket armband for convenience when exercising
* Store up to 7,500 songs at one time for a long-lived, traveling library
* Exceptional FM radio signal for additional entertainment options
* Take your music on the road with up to 14-hours of battery life (for music playing only)
* Integrated wireless allows sharing of songs and photos
* Choose between either black or red models
* Available in Best Buy stores now
* Price: $199.99-$214.99
And a special Insignia MP3 Fitness Bundle that comes with all of THIS-
*Arm band features neoprene material and a clear window that protects the screen from scratches
*Convenient opening in case allows usage without removing your digital device
*Includes black sport armband case, water bottle and $10 Best Buy Digital Music Store card
*Upgradable to future formats and features
*PC and Mac compatible
*Rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 25 hours of playback time
*Built-in FM radio tuner with support for RDS data
*Available in Best Buy Stores, I saw them there yesterday!
* Price: Regularly $99.99, online sale price is $79.99
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I hope you’ve found some great Father’s Day Gift ideas from this Gift Guide!

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