#HolidayGiftGuide - Tea Lover Gift..."Bring Me Some Tea" Socks from Lavley!

 

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Tea gifts are some of my favorite gifts!  Check out these socks that any tea lover is sure to appreciate...

“Bring Me Some Tea” Socks from Lavley - $11.95

Who's ready for tea time? These adorable, dress style socks are super soft, ultra comfy, and made to last for years to come. 

The bottom of the socks read “If You Can Read This, Bring Me Some Tea,” printed in non-slip ink. The design features tea bags, kettles, lemons, sugar spoons, tea leaves, and steaming mugs. 

Perfect for surprising tea lovers and aficionados, Sunday tea party favors, birthdays, Christmas, graduation and other special occasions. The tea enthusiast in your life will be sure to love them!

Also available on Amazon.

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#HolidayGiftGuide - Gifts for the Movie Buff From Turner Classic Movies!

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Calling all movie buffs!  Turner Classic Movies has great gifts for those who love movies, the history of cinematography, wine and more!

Check out a few of our favorite gift ideas for movie lovers this holiday season:

Dark City: The Lost World of Film Noir (Revised and Expanded Edition) by Eddie Muller

This revised and expanded edition of Eddie Muller's Dark City is a film noir lover's bible, taking readers on a tour of the urban landscape of the grim and gritty genre in a definitive, highly illustrated volume.

West Side Story: The Jets, the Sharks, and the Making of a Classic

A captivating, richly illustrated full account of the making of the ground-breaking movie classic West Side Story (1961).  A major hit on Broadway, on film West Side Story became immortal -- a movie different from anything that had come before, but this cinematic victory came at a price. In this engrossing text, film historian Richard Barrios recounts how the drama and rivalries seen onscreen played out to equal intensity behind-the-scenes, while still achieving extraordinary cinematic feats.

Sip and Watch with TCM’s Wine Club 

Uncork the fun of movies and wine! The TCM Wine Club brings the best wines from around the world straight to your door and every bottle is paired with a classic film seen on TCM. Plus, receive exclusive movie-themed wines in every case! 

Gift the coffee lover a cute little TCM Black and White Coffee Mug!  Take after your favorite TCM personality with one of the official TCM mugs. Enjoy a cup or two of your favorite hot beverage and share your love of all things classic.

TCM is the definitive source for your classic movie gifts this holiday season! 

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#HolidayGiftGuide - OWC 72 Piece Advanced Toolkit For Tech Lovers!

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If you have a tech lover on your gift list this holiday season, we have the perfect gift for them...the 72 Piece Advanced Toolkit from OWC!

Don't get stuck with the wrong tool again, and don't put up with devices that are seemingly impossible to get into. 

When your coveted gear needs repair, don't throw it out, repair it. With 58 interchangeable bits, you'll be able to tackle nearly every screw type and open any device you'll encounter. 

The OWC Advanced Toolkit is perfect to repair, maintain, and upgrade computers, devices, game consoles, stereo equipment plus any other electronics and gadgets. 

The perfect gift for the DIY techie, this kit comes in a rugged nylon tool case keep your tools together in a small, convenient case.

There are endless uses for the 58-in-1 screwdriver set:

This OWC 72-Piece Advanced Toolkit includes everything you need to work static free and is a complete kit for servicing your Mac, PC, or small electronic devices. 13 year old D, who is our resident techie, said it was probably the most useful thing we've ever had the chance to review.  With just over 4000 reviews here on ABCD Diaries, that is saying something!  He has used this kit pretty much everyday since we got it and says it really is the perfect gift for any DIY techie.

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Smile Brilliant Dental Probiotics Support a Healthy Mouth!

  

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Time to get those pearly whites in tip top shape for those holiday pictures!  Smile Brilliant has a new product to help keep your mouth sparkling...cariPRO Dental Probiotics:

Smile Brilliant's line of cariPRO oral care products are custom-formulated with the latest science and clinical research to support the oral microbiome.  The goal is to create good bacteria which supports dental health in many ways. Studies have shown that they reduce plaque, cavities, gum inflammation and the causes of bad breath compared to simply brushing and flossing normally. Oral probiotics also promote microbiome rejuvenation in the surrounding areas (ear, nose & throat) to reduce incidences of ear and sinus infections in particular.

This probiotic is a chewable tablet containing concentrated amounts of healthy bacteria that can be taken once daily (after brushing, before bed) to support oral and sinus health.  It's an easy way to support full mouth health.  Grab some today to keep your smile healthy and clean!!

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#HolidayGiftGuide - Zest Tea Gives You Energy To Make It Through the Holidays!

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Crazy, hectic holidays and all the preparation that goes with them call for a higher level of energy than normal and Zest Tea is here to help!  With up to three times the caffeine of regular tea and a healthy dose of L-Theanine, these flavorful teas are the star of this busy season!

Zest Teas come in loose leaf and bagged varieties as well as sparkling canned flavors.

With flavors like Pomegranate Mojito, Blue Lady, Spicy Masala Chai and Superfruit Samba, their is something for every tea lover!

Just look at that beautiful blend of tea and herbs! Packs of tea bags include 20 compostable tea sachets per pouch.  

If grab and go is more your style, the sparkling teas are a great option!

Sparkling Teas, with bubbles inside!  Flavors include Passionfruit Berry, Spiced Chai Infusion, Pomegranate Mint, Blackberry Lime, Blood Orange Mango, and Cucumber Melon. Yummo!

Stock up on Zest Tea and be prepared for whatever comes you way this holiday season!  Tea also makes a great gift, hint, hint😉

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#HolidayGiftGuide - Luxury Accessories for Their Electronics from Nomad!

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Nomad is one of our favorite brands for quality-made accessories that are beautiful and built to last.  Today, we are sharing some of our favorite gift ideas from Nomad.  They will certainly help you spoil your loved ones this holiday season! 

Modern Leather Case iPhone 13 Series

Modern Leather Case is a sleek and refined take on the classic leather case, offering more protection with its TPE bumper and wrapped in Nomad's signature Horween leather that will develop a beautiful patina over time.

B has had this case for another phone and knew as soon as he upgraded to the iPhone 13, he needed another one.  They age beautifully and really do a great job at keeping your phone safe.

This is a super classy case and offers up to 10 foot drop protection.  It works with MagSafe and is wireless charging compatible.

A luxury gift that is well worth the cost and will last and last, only getting better with time!

USB-C Cable 1.5m | Kevlar® and Lightning Cable USB-C 1.5m | Kevlar®

Designed for power, USB-C Cable with Kevlar® is the fastest USB-C charging cable for your MacBook Pro and other USB-C devices, pushing through up to 100W of power. Reinforced with a double-braided Kevlar® outer sheath and strong metal alloy connector housings, this cable has been engineered for extreme durability and heavy everyday use.

Designed to be fast, USB-C to Lightning Cable with Kevlar® is the fastest possible way to charge your iPhone. Reinforced with a double-braided Kevlar® outer sheath and strong metal alloy connector housings, this cable has been engineered for extreme durability and heavy everyday use. Charge from 0 to 50% in just 30 minutes.

These cables are incredibly durable!  They are the only cables we use because they do a great job, never fail to connect and are tough enough to last even when treated roughly.

20W Power Adapter USB-C

20W USB-C Power Adapter is designed to meet your charging needs wherever the need might arise. With DoE Level VI certification, this adapter efficiently provides 20W of power to your devices. 

Small enough to bring with you when you’re on the move, this stylish adapter blends in whether you’re at home, the coffee shop, the airport, or wherever else you may wander.

We love the compact form of this block making for easy charging on-the-go.

Easy to use and works well, checking all of the boxes for a great product.  Plus, it's pretty to look at!

If you are looking for really well made phone cases, charging accessories, wallets and more, check out Nomad for some really great options this gifting season!

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#HolidayGiftGuide - Firmoo Eyeglasses For Every Outfit!

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Do you have someone on your gift giving list that wears glasses and likes to try out different frames?  If so, you should check out Firmoo!

Firmoo is your one-stop optical destination for customized eyewear services and professional prescription advice.  Founded in 2009 by a group of opticians and designers on the belief that eyewear should be trendy, not spendy, they grew from the desire to give everyone around the world the convenience of receiving professional eyecare at an affordable price.

Firmoo has hundred of frames to choose from at amazing prices!  They truly have the perfect frames for everyone and they make it easy to find the perfect pair with their online tools to help you pick a pair you'll love.

The frames were way higher in quality than I expected after seeing Firmoo's crazy competitive prices.  Both A and D got a pair they love.  Ordering is super easy, too!  Firmoo will definitely be our go to shop for online eyeglasses!!

If you or someone you know likes to trade out glasses to match outfits or you mood on any given day, check out Firmoo to help build your eyeglass wardrobe!

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#HolidayGiftGuide - The Subscription Box for Power Chewers from Bullymake!

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Don't forget your fur babies this holiday season!  If you have a pup who is a heavy chewer like our Harley Mae, Bullymake Box is the perfect gift.  

Bullymake Box is a monthly subscription box that delivers tough toys for your pup.  Take a look at the October box to get an idea of what you'll receive:

The folks at Bullymake create durable dog toys and delicious treats specifically for power chewers. Everything is backed with a durability and satisfaction guarantee and is made in the USA.

They offer specialty nylon, rubber, and ballistic toys as well as treats. Their toys are tested by tough chewers and built to last.

 If your dog is an extreme chewer, tugger, fetcher, or player - they've got you covered.

You can pick the best plan for your pup and get a discount for longer term subscriptions (up tp 20% off!)

You let them know your pup's preferences, weight and any allergies and then you can pick what types of toys you'd like or let Bullymake choose based on your info.

Boxes are typically shipped the day after you order which makes shipping super quick.

The durability and variety of these toys make Bullymake Box a great value and a lovely treat for your power chewing buddy.  

Plus, The Bullymake Guarantee says if you or your dog aren't 100% satisfied with an item - or somehow your dog gets the best of one of their toys - they'll replace it with a different item for free.  You can't beat that level of customer service!

We've had these toys for several weeks now, and Harley hasn't gotten the best of them yet and is still enjoying playing with them.  We give Bullymake Box 2 paws up!

 

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#HolidayGiftGuide - The Best Games For The Whole Family!

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We love giving games as gifts no matter the holiday and today we'd like to show you some of our current favorites for all ages!

Bold Made 

Bold Made flips the script on Old Maid and includes bold women who made huge impacts on our world and has a more aspirational goal of ending the game with the Bold Made card.

 The perfect way to learn about inspiring women!

Link to Bold Made on Amazon 

Taco vs Burrito (A Perfect Family-Friendly Party Game for Kids, Teens & Adults)

Wildly popular and surprisingly strategic game created by a 7-year-old that has taken the card game industry by storm.

  With over 6000 five star reviews, Taco vs Burrito sold a whopping $3.5 million in 2020.  It’s perfect for kids, adults and families alike!

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Double Ditto (Board Game for Adults, Teens & Kids 8 and up)

Double Ditto is a fun family party game that will challenge players to be clever and quick. The object of the game is to write down answers you think other players will write. 

Match an answer with another player to score a "ditto!" Match both answers and score a "double ditto!"

Spoof (For Adults & Teens, Kids Ages 10 and up)

The New Popular Hilarious Family Party Bluffing Board Game that will have you talking and laughing all night long!  

Perfect for family game night. Or holidays parties. Or vacation time! Spoof is great for any gathering of friends and family. 

Off Topic - Adult Party Game - Fun Board and Card Game for Group Game Night (For Adults)

Play this quick-witted game with friends for a good laugh. Draw a card to set the topics, and roll the die to set the letter that your responses must begin with.

 As you race against time, your answers will get a little outrageous and a little OFF TOPIC! If you take this game too seriously, you’re not playing it right.

 

Last Call (Drinking Game for Adults)

Laugh All Night Long: The best new adult drinking game, Last Call will have the entire party LOLing hard. 

Answer ridiculous questions, compete in hilarious challenges and yes, drink.

This adult party game is super easy to follow along with — even for the most tipsy of friends!

Give the gift of fun that will last year after year with these board and card games!

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