Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Goo Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Google every possible side effect before starting a new medication? Because I swear if there’s a rare reaction listed, somehow I’m the lucky winner. 🤣

Being chronically ill means I’ve tried my fair share of medications over the years, and my body always seems to have a mind of its own. If a medicine is supposed to make people sleepy, I’ll be wide awake all night. If there’s a tiny chance of an adverse reaction, somehow I’m usually that tiny percentage. 😅

So starting a new medication is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Part of me is hopeful it’ll finally provide some relief, and the other part is preparing for whatever random side effect my body decides to throw my way.

Here’s hoping this one actually helps my symptoms without adding a whole new list of problems. 🤞😂

Tell me I’m not the only one who reads the side effects before taking a new prescription! 👇 #sideeffects #medicationsideeffects #chronicallyill #chronicillnesslife #chronicillnessmemes
Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙 There’s Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙

There’s just something about decorating with old red, white, and blue treasures that makes a home feel extra cozy for summer. I love styling my dining room shelves with vintage Americana pieces, antique finds, and patriotic decor that can stay up from Memorial Day all the way through the Fourth of July and beyond!

Give me all the weathered flags, vintage crocks, old books, and classic Americana touches. 🇺🇸

I know some people pack away their patriotic decorations after July 4th, but I love leaving my summer patriotic decor out all season long. It just feels timeless to me!

Do you decorate with patriotic decor all summer, or do you switch things up after the Fourth of July? #vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #americanadecor #americana #patrioticdecor
POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month t POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month turned me into a full-time homebody 🤣

Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
#homebody #homebodylife #surgeryrecovery #stayathomecatmom #worklifebalancegoals
Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of going back to work while still recovering from surgery. Between the physical healing and the emotional side of post-surgery recovery, I’ve been feeling pretty down lately. So this comedy date night ended up being exactly what I needed.

We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

Have you ever had a random night out come at exactly the right time? #johncrist #johncristcomedy #comedyshow #datenightideas #asheville
Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I have to chop onions because my eyes tear up so bad… 🤣

Ever since I had LASIK surgery a few years ago, chopping onions has been brutal on my eyes. I’m talking instant tears the second I start cutting them 😂 Apparently my eyes became extra sensitive afterward, and honestly it’s been a struggle ever since.

But then I heard about the “wear sunglasses while chopping onions” hack and y’all… why does it actually work?! 😅 So now anytime my hubby isn’t home to take over onion duty, you can catch me in the kitchen wearing sunglasses indoors looking ridiculous but tear-free 😎 

If you’ve ever wondered how to stop crying while cutting onions, consider this your sign to try the sunglasses trick! It may look silly, but it seriously helps block those onion fumes from hitting your eyes 👏

Now I need to know… does anyone else have weird kitchen hacks like this? 😂 #kitchenhacks #cookinghacks #onionhack #cookinghack #onions
Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer meal kick lately since I unfortunately have to go back to work next week 😭 And let me tell you… having a freezer stocked full of easy homemade dinners is about to save me on those busy weeknights!

One of my all-time favorite freezer meals is this homemade chicken pot pie recipe 🥧✨ It definitely takes a little extra work, especially if you make the homemade pie crust from scratch; but trust me, it is SO worth it. The creamy chicken filling, flaky buttery crust, and cozy comfort food vibes make it one of the best dinners ever.

Anytime I make homemade chicken pot pie, I always make two: one for dinner now and one freezer meal for later. And this time, I took my extra frozen chicken pot pie to my sweet mama after her surgery yesterday 💛 It’s honestly the perfect meal to bring someone recovering from surgery, welcoming a new baby, or just going through a hard season because all they have to do is pop it in the oven for an easy homemade comfort meal.

If you love easy freezer meals, homemade comfort food recipes, or make-ahead dinners for busy families, you definitely need to try this one!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my homemade chicken pot pie recipe! 🥧 #chickenpotpie #chickenpotpies #freezerfriendly #freezerfriendlymeals #comfortfoods
So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 1 So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 12-foot trees, he somehow decides cramming them into my SUV is the better option 🤣 And I’m still shocked they even fit. Barely 😅

Meanwhile, his shiny new truck is sitting safe and spotless in the garage where not a single speck of dirt or potting soil can touch it 😂🚙

Tell me I’m not the only wife dealing with this kind of logic?! 🤦🏼‍♀️😂 #marriagehumor #povreels #funnymarriage #husbandwifecomedy #husbandwifejokes
I can’t believe it’s officially been one month sin I can’t believe it’s officially been one month since my endometriosis excision surgery. Honestly, I really thought by now I’d be coming on here saying I finally felt like myself again. I wanted this surgery to be the answer so badly. But the truth is… I’m still struggling every single day.

The lower back pain, hip pain, chronic fatigue, GI issues, insomnia, dizziness, and POTS-like symptoms are all still here. And while my surgeon was absolutely wonderful and removed the endometriosis she found, we’re now starting to realize there may be something more going on underneath it all.

Right now we’re exploring possibilities like EDS, MCAS, and POTS, which honestly feels overwhelming because getting doctors to truly listen and take women seriously can feel like a full time job in itself. I know so many women with chronic illness, endometriosis, and invisible illnesses understand exactly what I mean.

But even though I’m discouraged, I’m not giving up. I know my body, I know something still isn’t right, and I’ll continue advocating for myself until I get answers. And if sharing my story helps even one woman feel less alone in her own health journey, then it’s worth it 🤍 #chronicillnessawareness #chronicillnesswarrior #endometriosis #endometriosisexcision #chronicallyill
Since I’ve been home recovering from surgery and g Since I’ve been home recovering from surgery and getting ready to head back to work next week, I’ve been stocking my freezer with all my favorite freezer-friendly meals, and this crockpot spaghetti sauce is always at the top of the list 🍝❤️

This easy slow cooker spaghetti sauce recipe is seriously my all-time favorite comfort food. There’s nothing better than a big plate of spaghetti with homemade meat sauce, especially when the crockpot does all the work for you! Just toss everything in, let it simmer low and slow all day, and your house smells AMAZING 🤤

One of the best parts? This recipe makes a huge batch, so I always freeze extra for easy weeknight dinners later on. Just thaw, heat, and dinner is basically done 🙌 Perfect for busy work weeks, meal prep, freezer cooking, and easy family dinners!

If you want my easy crockpot spaghetti sauce recipe too, comment “recipe” below and I’ll send it your way! 🍅 #spaghetti #spaghettisauce #crockpotrecipes #crockpot #freezerfriendly
One of my favorite easy patriotic desserts to make One of my favorite easy patriotic desserts to make every summer is this fresh and delicious Patriotic Fruit Pizza! 🇺🇸🍓🫐 It’s the perfect Memorial Day dessert or Fourth of July dessert because it’s so simple to throw together, looks super festive, and everyone always loves it!

I love using fresh strawberries and blueberries to create the red, white, and blue patriotic design, and the sweet sugar cookie crust with creamy frosting makes it absolutely irresistible. Plus, it’s one of those quick and easy desserts that’s perfect whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, heading to a cookout, or just wanting a fun summer treat!

If you want the full Patriotic Fruit Pizza recipe, comment “recipe” below and I’ll send it your way! ❤️🤍 #fruitpizza #summerdessert #summerdesserts #patriotic #patrioticdessert
As we celebrate Memorial Day weekend with BBQs, fa As we celebrate Memorial Day weekend with BBQs, family gatherings, and time spent with loved ones, let’s not forget the true meaning of Memorial Day 🇺🇸❤️

This holiday is about honoring and remembering the brave men and women of our military who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and for this country we love so much. Because freedom is never free.

So while you enjoy the long weekend, fly your American flags proudly, hug your family a little tighter, and take a moment to remember the heroes who gave everything for the United States of America. Land of the free because of the brave. 🇺🇸 #america #memorialday #freedomisntfree #rememberthefallen #memorialdayweekend🇺🇸
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Lifestyle · April 25, 2021

Mother’s Day Gift Guide

I can’t believe how close we are to Mother’s Day! It is definitely sneaking up on us so I thought it would be fun to create a Mother’s Day Gift Guide. Just in case you were looking for some great gift ideas.

All of these items I have listed are items that I have personally used so I know the quality to them is outstanding.

Anything on here would make such a fabulous Mother’s Day present and I know any mother would love to have it!

Mother's Day Gift Guide

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For The Jewelry Loving Mom:

I think we can all agree that jewelry is always a perfect gift for mom! Whether it’s for her birthday or Mother’s Day, you can’t go wrong with a beautiful piece of jewelry.

I wanted to include some of my favorite jewelry pieces to give right now for this Mother’s Day Gift guide! I am currently loving Victoria Emerson’s collection of jewelry.

Not only are they high quality pieces, but they are amazingly affordable as well!

Victoria Emerson Jewelry
Here are just a few bracelets and Apple Watch Bands that I currently have and love!

They offer many awesome styles of bracelets including wraps and cuffs. And they offer them in a variety of different stones and colors as well.

You can also get Apple Watch Bands or FitBit bands too. I have slowly been building up my jewelry collection from this company and I am not disappointed in any of the pieces I have gotten so far at all.

I have also already given some as Christmas gifts and they were a big hit there as well.

Victoria Emerson Apple Watch Band
Here is a close up view of one of the beautiful Apple Band Watches I have from Victoria Emerson.

If you’re looking for a little more of an elevated look, they also offer some beautiful gold plated pieces too. I love the simple and underestimated look to these pieces.

And currently they are on a BOGO sale so you could definitely order a piece for you and a piece for your mom as well!

Another cute bracelet option is from Inspire Me bracelets. They offer beautiful bracelets with uplifting quotes and/or bible verses on them.

You can get them silver or rose gold plated as well and they have so many pretty natural stone options to choose from too.

This would be such a thoughtful gift to include your mom’s favorite bible verse on a bracelet! You can also use my coupon code “CHARITY1” to save 20% off your order too (until April 30th)!

Inspire Me Rose Gold Bracelet
Here is an all rose gold Inspire Me Bracelet.
Victoria Emerson and Inspire Me Bracelet
I have both Victoria Emerson and Inspire Me Bracelets layered here. You could gift them both just like this and it would be super cute!
Inspire Me Bracelet
And here is a rose gold and white marble Inspire Me Bracelet.

For The Coffee Loving Mom:

If your mom loves coffee just as much as mine does, then why not give her a coffee subscription box gift?! How cool is that idea?!

It’s definitely unique and not your traditional flower and jewelry type gift. I have shared about Tayst Coffee before with y’all but I wanted to mention it again!

You can choose different flavors of coffee, amounts, and other items like coffee mugs. Then, Tayst will package it all up and send it to her monthly so she never runs out of coffee again!

Plus, the cool thing is you can adjust every month. So you could send her the first box, and then let her choose her own coffee after the first month after trying all the flavors. I love how customizable and easy they make it!

Tayst Coffee

If this sounds like a great Mother’s Day gift idea for your mom, I have more exciting news for you. You can use my code “CharityG25” to save 25% off your subscription box with Tayst!

So not only can you give a perfect coffee loving mom gift, but you can save a little money by doing so as well. Also, did I mention that these coffee pods are 100% compostable too?!

Even better if your mom is environmentally conscious too!

For The Cook Loving Mom:

You know my love already for Caraway Home cookware (see my blog post about it for more info in case you missed it last time), so I had to include it on this list too.

If your mom loves to cook, then why not surprise her with a brand new set of cookware!? This is the best set of non-toxic and non-stick cookware I have ever had.

And they come in such fun and stylish colors too. I definitely don’t think you could go wrong with this set as a Mother’s Day gift!

The best cookware
Fry Pan and Dutch Oven
Caraway Home Pans

For The Candle Loving Mom:

Y’all knew that candles of course had to be listed on here didn’t you?! I’ve shared all about my love for Antique Candle Co plenty of times on here before.

But really these make an incredible gift. Whether you choose to gift a full size candle or a box full of different sample sized candles. You really can’t go wrong with this gift idea!

Peach Apricot Candle

I think the sample sized boxes would make a great gift idea. That way she can choose her favorites and then order a full sized one after knowing her favorite scent.

I shared more in detail about all their spring scents a few weeks ago so be sure to go check that out if your interested in learning more.

Also, if your mom isn’t a huge candle fan, did you know that they offer wax melts too?! You could definitely get her a cute wax warmer (I’ll link some cute ones below) and some yummy wax melts and that would make an incredible gift too!

Plus, the wax melts are much cheaper than the candles so that’s a win win there!

For The Work Out Loving Mom:

I wanted to include something for the work out loving moms in this Mother’s Day Gift Guide as well. I think giving the gift of an at home workout streaming option would be so much fun.

Openfit has some incredible classes such as Pilates, Barre, Yoga, Strength Training, Stretching and so much more! Plus, you get a FREE 21 day trial before actually committing to buying.

That way your mom can try out all the classes first and see if she actually likes them before buying the year membership. I personally use this app almost every single day as my workout and LOVE it.

So I highly recommend it. There’s nothing like being able to work out in the comfort of your own home.

Also, chances are if your mom is into working out, she’s also into nutrition as well. Which is why I wanted to include Goli Gummies in this category as well.

I shared all about this amazing Apple Cider Vinegar Gummy in the past, but I wanted to include it here again. They have also released their new Ashwagandha Gummy this year too.

Which is supposed to help you sleep and relax and it definitely does in my experience. Also, both gummies are gluten-free, plant based, non-GMO, and Vegan.

So if this sounds like something your mom would be interested in too, then feel free to use my code “morningsonmacedonia” to save 10% off your order.

Goli Apple Cider Vinegar Gummies
These gummies are actually so delicious. You get all the benefits of apple cider vinegar without the awful taste!

In conjunction with working out, energy is a key factor as well. Which is why Verb Energy bars would make a lovely Mother’s Day Gift for the work out loving mom too!

You can gift her a bag of energy bars for just $12. That includes a bag of her favorite flavor, plus four trial bars in the other flavors as well. So that’s a total of 16 bars for this amazing price.

I love these bars as well and eat them almost every single day. You really do get a great boost of energy from them because they are made with organic green tea and not coffee.

It’s the same as a shot of espresso (65 mg) but you don’t get the jitters from them. Verb Bars are also vegan, non-GMO, organic and only 90 calories as well!

Verb Energy Bars

For The Beauty Loving Mom:

And of course, we can’t forget beauty options on this Mother’s Day Gift Guide! What mom wouldn’t like some new skincare or some new beauty products to make her feel special with?!

I’m currently loving DIME Beauty Products as they are all natural and cruelty free products! My favorite product from them is their eyelash boosting serum.

You can get this with their boosting mascara as a bundle and that would be such a fabulous Mother’s Day present as well.

Their perfume is also amazing and you can get it in a sample size with all 3 different scents that way she can try them all out to decide on her favorite one!

Basically all of their products are amazing and you can’t go wrong with ordering anything from their site. As a bonus, you can use my code, “CharityG20” to get 20% off your order with them too!

DIME Beauty Products
Some of my favorite DIME beauty products on the tray. Their Hyaluronic Acid Serum is also amazing as well.

You guys may also remember my love for TULA Skincare products. I have been using them religiously for almost a year now and this would make such a fabulous Mother’s Day gift as well.

They have so many awesome products to choose from and the cool thing about them all is they are made with probiotics and superfoods. They are also all cruelty free as well.

If you aren’t sure what exactly to gift your mom, then they make cute little sample packs that include little minis of their most popular items.

That would be a perfect way for her to test it out and see if she really likes it or not! You can use my code “15CHARITY” to save 15% your order from them too!

I’m also linking some of my other favorite TULA products below too. Feel free to ask any questions if you are wondering about a certain product.

I have pretty much tried almost all of them and I am super impressed with them all!

Conclusion

Well, this officially wraps up my Mother’s Day gift guide. I hope y’all enjoyed it and I hope it gave you a few ideas on what to gift your mom on this special day.

If you end up getting her anything on this list, please let me know! I would love to hear what your gift idea was. Also, don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about anything on this list here!

I hope you all have a wonderful day celebrating with your sweet mamas!

In: Lifestyle · Tagged: Gift Guide, Mother's Day

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Comments

  1. Karalee Shotola says

    April 26, 2021 at 8:48 am

    These are great gift suggestions & I LOVE candles so the Antique Candle Co sample box would be wonderful!
    Also my mother only uses natural makeup & skincare products so I’ll have to check out DIME Beauty!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 26, 2021 at 10:43 am

      Oh yay! I’m so glad there were a few things on this guide then that could be useful for you! DIME beauty is the best and I’ve never had candles better than Antique Candle Co so you can’t go wrong either way!

      Reply
  2. Cristina Rosano says

    April 26, 2021 at 10:01 am

    Love all of these recommendations! I am sure my mum would love the candles and the jewellery band for her watch! Also the Tula skincare sounds like a great pampering kit, thanks for sharing x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 26, 2021 at 11:47 pm

      Thank you so much! It sure is a great kit. And I love the watch bands too!

      Reply
  3. Rosie Ireland says

    April 26, 2021 at 10:21 am

    Some great picks in this post. My mum loves her coffee machine so more bits for that are always a win. She also love fancy candles!

    Rosie

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 26, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      Oh good! I am so glad. Coffee is always a good gift!

      Reply
  4. Monique says

    April 26, 2021 at 10:27 am

    My mom would love some coffee mugs and skin care products. But overall, these are great suggestions. I’m so excited for upcoming Mother’s Day! Thanks for sharing!

    http://www.lifebeginsattwenty.com

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 26, 2021 at 11:48 pm

      No problem at all! So glad you enjoyed these gift ideas!

      Reply
  5. Lucy says

    April 26, 2021 at 10:48 am

    These are amazing Mother’s Day gift ideas! I always buy candles for my Mum on Mother’s Day x

    Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 26, 2021 at 11:51 pm

      Thank you! You can’t ever go wrong with candles!

      Reply
  6. Brooke Ressell says

    April 26, 2021 at 1:27 pm

    I love the watch. I just might have to buy it for myself this Mother’s Day.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 26, 2021 at 11:51 pm

      You definitely should! Treat yourself my friend!

      Reply
  7. Jaya Avendel says

    April 26, 2021 at 8:38 pm

    The cafe crystal watch band is beautiful. I love its raw feel. I have never encountered watch bands before, but I love the idea and execution!

    Delighted to see the assortment candle box here, and the apple cider vinegar gummies are both creative and gift-able. Thanks for sharing some unique ideas!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 26, 2021 at 11:52 pm

      Thank you so much! I am so glad you think so. I love that watch band too!

      Reply
  8. Amanda says

    April 27, 2021 at 12:20 pm

    Those bracelets!! I love them! You have a wonderful gift guide! I’d love all of these and I know my mom would too. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:31 pm

      Awe yay! I am so glad you enjoyed it! I love the bracelets too!

      Reply
  9. Jodie | That Happy Reader says

    April 27, 2021 at 1:49 pm

    These are all great ideas for Mother’s Day. I really like the Apple watch bands – they’re so pretty! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:31 pm

      Thank you so much! I love the apple watch bands too!

      Reply
  10. Nicole says

    April 27, 2021 at 2:16 pm

    What great gifts! All of these are awesome ideas.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:32 pm

      Thank you! I am so glad you think so as well.

      Reply
  11. Nyxie says

    April 27, 2021 at 3:06 pm

    Some gorgeous ideas here! Especially loving the coffee roaster!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:34 pm

      Thank you! It is some amazing coffee for sure!

      Reply
  12. Jupiter Hadley says

    April 27, 2021 at 3:11 pm

    That coffee box sounds amazing!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:34 pm

      Thank you! It sure is!

      Reply
  13. Tiffany McCullough - Metaphysical Mama says

    April 27, 2021 at 3:45 pm

    Wow! Fabulous list! I love everything on it, especially the jewellery. That Apple Watch Band is stunning!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:36 pm

      Thank you so much! I love the apple watch bands too!

      Reply
  14. Jenna B says

    April 27, 2021 at 3:53 pm

    I’m always running behind with my gifting so this article came just in the nick of time! Thanks for the ideas. 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:38 pm

      Oh yay! I am so glad it was perfect timing for you then!

      Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 28, 2021 at 11:38 pm

      Oh yay! I am so glad it was perfect timing for you then.

      Reply
  15. Eleanor Jones says

    April 29, 2021 at 9:48 am

    Aw this is such a cute post, and I think a candle is the perfect gift for a mum 🙂 thanks for sharing these recommendations x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 29, 2021 at 10:22 pm

      Thank you! I think a candle is perfect too! You can’t go wrong with that!

      Reply
  16. Kalin says

    April 29, 2021 at 11:06 am

    All these products look so nice and with such a high quality. I love Tula products myself and know lots of moms that would love a set like that!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 29, 2021 at 10:24 pm

      Thank you so much! TULA products sure are amazing aren’t they?!

      Reply
  17. Kayleigh Zara says

    April 29, 2021 at 1:10 pm

    These all look like great quality gifts and I really like the look of the coffee gift! Ryhe tula products sound fab x

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 29, 2021 at 10:25 pm

      Thank you so much! I love the TULA products and the coffee too. They are both great gift ideas for sure!

      Reply
  18. Headphonesthoughts says

    April 29, 2021 at 6:06 pm

    I love the candle set. My mother loves candles. This is such a good Mother’s day gift idea.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 29, 2021 at 10:40 pm

      Yes candles are always a great gift idea!

      Reply
  19. Leslie says

    April 29, 2021 at 7:29 pm

    I LOVE these picks! I think I’ll see if I can get one delivered before Mother’s Day. I will also check out the skin care line too.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      April 29, 2021 at 10:40 pm

      Thank you so much! I believe all of them should be able to deliver by Mother’s Day if you order soon!

      Reply
  20. Laila says

    April 29, 2021 at 11:56 pm

    Great ideas! I love the bracelets actually, super cute.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 1, 2021 at 4:29 pm

      Thank you! I love them as well!

      Reply
  21. Under Flowery Sky says

    April 30, 2021 at 10:25 am

    Beautiful jewellery, tha cakes look so elegant.
    Amazing list of gifts..

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 1, 2021 at 4:33 pm

      Thank you. I love the jewelry as well.

      Reply
  22. Jenni @ I on Image says

    April 30, 2021 at 11:03 am

    Lovely gift ideas! I’d love to have the candles and the Tula products, or the beautiful rose gold bracelets. Happy Mother’s Day xx

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 1, 2021 at 4:33 pm

      Thank you so much! Those are all such great options! Happy Mother’s Day to you too!

      Reply
  23. Esmée Rodrigo says

    May 1, 2021 at 6:07 pm

    Yes! Reading my first mother’s day gift guide! Loved it!

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 2, 2021 at 6:29 pm

      Yay. I am so glad that you did!

      Reply
  24. Fritzie says

    May 1, 2021 at 10:19 pm

    Jewelry is always a great idea. Love the cookware set too. And yes… to beauty & skincare gifts. I’ve heard a lot of good reviews about Tula. This is one skincare product I’d love to try.

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    • Charity Gentry says

      May 2, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      Yes, you definitely should! It is such a great skincare line for sure!

      Reply
  25. Heidi says

    May 2, 2021 at 4:56 am

    These are all great ideas! My mom would love the candles or coffee so I will have to look into both. I am very intrigued by the coffee subscription box. Thank you for the recommendation! 🙂

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 2, 2021 at 6:30 pm

      Oh no problem! You should definitely look into it. It’s a great product for sure!

      Reply
  26. Je says

    May 6, 2021 at 5:41 pm

    Great picks. Can’t choose a favorite but if you put a roller to my head then I’d lean towards the coffee roaster and the cookware, in that order.

    Reply
    • Charity Gentry says

      May 7, 2021 at 3:26 pm

      Those are definitely some great choices! Can’t go wrong with either option!

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Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Goo Anyone else with a chronic illness immediately Google every possible side effect before starting a new medication? Because I swear if there’s a rare reaction listed, somehow I’m the lucky winner. 🤣

Being chronically ill means I’ve tried my fair share of medications over the years, and my body always seems to have a mind of its own. If a medicine is supposed to make people sleepy, I’ll be wide awake all night. If there’s a tiny chance of an adverse reaction, somehow I’m usually that tiny percentage. 😅

So starting a new medication is always a little nerve-wracking for me. Part of me is hopeful it’ll finally provide some relief, and the other part is preparing for whatever random side effect my body decides to throw my way.

Here’s hoping this one actually helps my symptoms without adding a whole new list of problems. 🤞😂

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Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙 There’s Vintage Americana decor has my heart ❤️🤍💙

There’s just something about decorating with old red, white, and blue treasures that makes a home feel extra cozy for summer. I love styling my dining room shelves with vintage Americana pieces, antique finds, and patriotic decor that can stay up from Memorial Day all the way through the Fourth of July and beyond!

Give me all the weathered flags, vintage crocks, old books, and classic Americana touches. 🇺🇸

I know some people pack away their patriotic decorations after July 4th, but I love leaving my summer patriotic decor out all season long. It just feels timeless to me!

Do you decorate with patriotic decor all summer, or do you switch things up after the Fourth of July? #vintageamericana #vintagepatriotic #americanadecor #americana #patrioticdecor
POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month t POV: being on surgery recovery leave for a month turned me into a full-time homebody 🤣

Honestly, staying home healing after surgery has taught me one thing… I never want to leave my house again 😂 Being cozy at home with my cats, resting, binge watching shows, and avoiding the outside world has been absolutely glorious. I truly understand the “stay at home cat mom” lifestyle now lol.

At this point, I have everything I need right here at home. Peace, comfy clothes, snacks, my pets, and zero social obligations 🤣 Meanwhile, every time I actually leave the house, I come back completely exhausted.

So the fact that I have to go back to work today after a month of recovery is honestly going to be SUCH a rough adjustment 😅 I’m not mentally prepared to rejoin society yet lol. Anyone else secretly love being home way too much?!
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Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of Honestly, I’ve been struggling with the thought of going back to work while still recovering from surgery. Between the physical healing and the emotional side of post-surgery recovery, I’ve been feeling pretty down lately. So this comedy date night ended up being exactly what I needed.

We bought tickets to see @johnbcrist months ago, long before I had any idea I’d be spending a month on surgery leave. Turns out the timing couldn’t have been more perfect. This was our third time seeing him live, and he absolutely delivered. I laughed so hard that for a couple of hours, I completely forgot about returning to work, ongoing recovery, and all the stress waiting for me next week. 🤣

Before the show, we had dinner at @redgingerasianbistro and finished the night with dessert at @timesbarandcoffee which made the whole evening even better. Good food, lots of laughs, and quality time with my husband was exactly the distraction I needed.

Sometimes healing isn’t just about physical recovery. Sometimes it’s about finding little moments that remind you how good it feels to laugh again. ❤️ 

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Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I Not me having to put on my sunglasses every time I have to chop onions because my eyes tear up so bad… 🤣

Ever since I had LASIK surgery a few years ago, chopping onions has been brutal on my eyes. I’m talking instant tears the second I start cutting them 😂 Apparently my eyes became extra sensitive afterward, and honestly it’s been a struggle ever since.

But then I heard about the “wear sunglasses while chopping onions” hack and y’all… why does it actually work?! 😅 So now anytime my hubby isn’t home to take over onion duty, you can catch me in the kitchen wearing sunglasses indoors looking ridiculous but tear-free 😎 

If you’ve ever wondered how to stop crying while cutting onions, consider this your sign to try the sunglasses trick! It may look silly, but it seriously helps block those onion fumes from hitting your eyes 👏

Now I need to know… does anyone else have weird kitchen hacks like this? 😂 #kitchenhacks #cookinghacks #onionhack #cookinghack #onions
Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer Y’all already know I’ve been on a serious freezer meal kick lately since I unfortunately have to go back to work next week 😭 And let me tell you… having a freezer stocked full of easy homemade dinners is about to save me on those busy weeknights!

One of my all-time favorite freezer meals is this homemade chicken pot pie recipe 🥧✨ It definitely takes a little extra work, especially if you make the homemade pie crust from scratch; but trust me, it is SO worth it. The creamy chicken filling, flaky buttery crust, and cozy comfort food vibes make it one of the best dinners ever.

Anytime I make homemade chicken pot pie, I always make two: one for dinner now and one freezer meal for later. And this time, I took my extra frozen chicken pot pie to my sweet mama after her surgery yesterday 💛 It’s honestly the perfect meal to bring someone recovering from surgery, welcoming a new baby, or just going through a hard season because all they have to do is pop it in the oven for an easy homemade comfort meal.

If you love easy freezer meals, homemade comfort food recipes, or make-ahead dinners for busy families, you definitely need to try this one!

Comment “RECIPE” below and I’ll send you my homemade chicken pot pie recipe! 🥧 #chickenpotpie #chickenpotpies #freezerfriendly #freezerfriendlymeals #comfortfoods
So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 1 So instead of using the actual truck bed for two 12-foot trees, he somehow decides cramming them into my SUV is the better option 🤣 And I’m still shocked they even fit. Barely 😅

Meanwhile, his shiny new truck is sitting safe and spotless in the garage where not a single speck of dirt or potting soil can touch it 😂🚙

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I can’t believe it’s officially been one month sin I can’t believe it’s officially been one month since my endometriosis excision surgery. Honestly, I really thought by now I’d be coming on here saying I finally felt like myself again. I wanted this surgery to be the answer so badly. But the truth is… I’m still struggling every single day.

The lower back pain, hip pain, chronic fatigue, GI issues, insomnia, dizziness, and POTS-like symptoms are all still here. And while my surgeon was absolutely wonderful and removed the endometriosis she found, we’re now starting to realize there may be something more going on underneath it all.

Right now we’re exploring possibilities like EDS, MCAS, and POTS, which honestly feels overwhelming because getting doctors to truly listen and take women seriously can feel like a full time job in itself. I know so many women with chronic illness, endometriosis, and invisible illnesses understand exactly what I mean.

But even though I’m discouraged, I’m not giving up. I know my body, I know something still isn’t right, and I’ll continue advocating for myself until I get answers. And if sharing my story helps even one woman feel less alone in her own health journey, then it’s worth it 🤍 #chronicillnessawareness #chronicillnesswarrior #endometriosis #endometriosisexcision #chronicallyill
Since I’ve been home recovering from surgery and g Since I’ve been home recovering from surgery and getting ready to head back to work next week, I’ve been stocking my freezer with all my favorite freezer-friendly meals, and this crockpot spaghetti sauce is always at the top of the list 🍝❤️

This easy slow cooker spaghetti sauce recipe is seriously my all-time favorite comfort food. There’s nothing better than a big plate of spaghetti with homemade meat sauce, especially when the crockpot does all the work for you! Just toss everything in, let it simmer low and slow all day, and your house smells AMAZING 🤤

One of the best parts? This recipe makes a huge batch, so I always freeze extra for easy weeknight dinners later on. Just thaw, heat, and dinner is basically done 🙌 Perfect for busy work weeks, meal prep, freezer cooking, and easy family dinners!

If you want my easy crockpot spaghetti sauce recipe too, comment “recipe” below and I’ll send it your way! 🍅 #spaghetti #spaghettisauce #crockpotrecipes #crockpot #freezerfriendly
One of my favorite easy patriotic desserts to make One of my favorite easy patriotic desserts to make every summer is this fresh and delicious Patriotic Fruit Pizza! 🇺🇸🍓🫐 It’s the perfect Memorial Day dessert or Fourth of July dessert because it’s so simple to throw together, looks super festive, and everyone always loves it!

I love using fresh strawberries and blueberries to create the red, white, and blue patriotic design, and the sweet sugar cookie crust with creamy frosting makes it absolutely irresistible. Plus, it’s one of those quick and easy desserts that’s perfect whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, heading to a cookout, or just wanting a fun summer treat!

If you want the full Patriotic Fruit Pizza recipe, comment “recipe” below and I’ll send it your way! ❤️🤍 #fruitpizza #summerdessert #summerdesserts #patriotic #patrioticdessert
As we celebrate Memorial Day weekend with BBQs, fa As we celebrate Memorial Day weekend with BBQs, family gatherings, and time spent with loved ones, let’s not forget the true meaning of Memorial Day 🇺🇸❤️

This holiday is about honoring and remembering the brave men and women of our military who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and for this country we love so much. Because freedom is never free.

So while you enjoy the long weekend, fly your American flags proudly, hug your family a little tighter, and take a moment to remember the heroes who gave everything for the United States of America. Land of the free because of the brave. 🇺🇸 #america #memorialday #freedomisntfree #rememberthefallen #memorialdayweekend🇺🇸

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