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Give the Perfect Graduation Gift
Graduation!! It's an exciting occasion worthy of an extra exclamation point. Listen hard and you can almost hear the collective sigh of relief from new grads everywhere. Whether you're done with school for good or just beginning a new adventure, there is plenty of reason to celebrate cap and gown season. At Overstock.com, we believe that every graduate deserves a special gift (or two) to commemorate the achievement.
(1) Comment Posted in HolidaysMake Mom's Day: A Mother's Day Infographic
Ever wondered how big the heaviest baby on record is? Or how many kids one woman can have? Check out our Mother's Day infographic for fun facts about those special ladies who make it all possible. Did you know baby giraffes drop 5-7 feet when they're born?
(1) Comment Posted in HolidaysTeacher Appreciation Day
Since we were little tykes, teachers have been the ones who taught us how to read, write, add, subtract, tell time, tie our shoes, and pretty much everything else we need to exist in the world of grownups. Today is Teacher Appreciation Day, the perfect day to show your appreciation by giving a gift to your teachers, past and present, to honor the work they've done and the contributions they've made to our lives.
No Comments Posted in HolidaysWow Mom: It's Gourmet Goddess Week!
This is the last week before Mother's Day, and it's time to pay tribute to the Gourmet Goddesses -- the mamas who love to keep us fed and happy. Whether she's poring over a time-worn cookbook or trying out new recipes, she's always planning the next big meal or the perfect treat. In honor of this week's theme, I talked with my favorite Gourmet Goddess, Christie Blake.
(2) Comments Posted in HolidaysCinco de Mayo
Ah, Cinco de Mayo -- one of my favorite holidays of the year! And can you blame me? Margaritas, tacos, warm weather, and sunshine: It's the recipe for a good time. We may as well change the spelling of the holiday to P-A-R-T-Y.
(2) Comments Posted in HolidaysCelebrate May Day
Spring may have officially started on March 21st, but traditionally, it's May Day that marks the end of winter and the start of spring. April showers are over and May flowers are peeking up from the ground; May 1st is indeed the beginning of the growing season. Even if you aren't planning a dance around the maypole, there are plenty of ways to mark the return of spring.
(1) Comment Posted in HolidaysWow Mom: It's the Week of the Ageless Beauty!
Moms are just naturally beautiful, aren't they? It's their nurturing and loving nature, I think. Well now it's time to make your mom feel like the most beautiful woman in the world. This week, we're focusing on the ageless beauty inherent to mothers. Take a look at these bath and beauty picks; you may just find the perfect gift to wow your mom this mother's day.
(1) Comment Posted in HolidaysAdministrative Professionals Day
Since 1952, the last week of April has been dedicated Administrative Professionals Week to honor oft under-appreciated office staff. Forgot to mark your calendar? Don't worry. There's still time to find the perfect gift for your assistant, secretary, or receptionist.
(1) Comment Posted in HolidaysWow Mom: It's Decorating Diva Week!
Some moms just have the touch. The decorating diva, as we like to call her, can effortlessly turn any room into an inviting, envy-worthy study in style. This week, we're celebrating all the moms who make homes beautiful -- and we've got some great giveaways to mark the occasion.
(1) Comment Posted in HolidaysWhat to Do for Earth Day 2012
Since the celebration of Earth Day began on April 22, 1970, we've come a long way, and most of us do things that are kinder to the planet every day without even thinking about it. I'm going to celebrate Earth Day 2012 by looking for new ways to take environmentalism a little further. If you're looking for another way you can be eco-friendlier, join me and give these ideas a try.
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