*Ladies! You make Christmas stockings all the more enjoyable! We have now closed comments and will post our 13 winners as soon as possible. (P.S. I’m out of the office today so this time you might have to be a bit more patient. Grin.) We love y’all. Happy Friday!
About 30 minutes ago I returned to my office laughing to myself after a birthday lunch for one of my co-workers. Lunches are a big deal around LPM in general, but throw a birthday lunch in there and you’ll never want to work anywhere ever again. Besides the food, the main event at any gathering is the words. Oh my, y’all, the words. We can easily toss around 20,000 words between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM on any given day. It is both fun and overwhelming at times. Me, the sanguine, is actually fairly quiet, believe it or not.
I’m tickled though because, I don’t know if you’ve ever worked with 14 women, but we like to play copycat. For instance, one of us could fall in love with a certain moisturizer overnight and by the next week, we’re all using the same moisturizer and the same eyeliner. I guess you might say we trust each other’s opinions. Today was one of those days; except we talked extensively about television series we all need to watch. Riveting, you guys.
I’m sharing all of this with you because of what we’ve planned for today! It happens to fall along the lines of things we love and never shut up about.
Because today, we’re giving away our staff favorite things! The things we go on and on about and claim it’s the best things we ever discovered! We get a little partial and enthusiastic about our worldly goods every now and then. (Well, maybe a lot.)
(If you’ve ever seen an episode of Oprah’s Favorite Things back in the day, imagine that and then scale it down by 100. Unfortunately, we won’t be giving away any cars today, but who would turn down a few stocking stuffers?)
Admit it, we all love giveaways around here, but there’s something about giving away objects you love. Hence why sometimes we give away food or books. So, I surveyed the staff here at LPM and told them all to send me a favorite thing, something they either use or think about on a daily basis. After I collected the emails and studied them, I took myself shopping, and with much glee, I might add to purchase every item for you, our dear Siestas.
Today, TEN of you will win a stocking stuffed full of LPM’s very favorite things! Y’all, I’ll unashamedly admit that I want this stocking for myself. It is just so fun!
The beauty of this post is that it will double as an idea post for stocking stuffers you may be looking for yourself.
Without further ado, (in my best sing song voice) these are a few of our favorite things…
1. Bath and Body Works Fresh Balsam Fragrance Bulbs (plug in) from Diane
The best part about a plug-in is that once you’ve exhausted a certain smell, you can buy a new one, and they’re a lot cheaper than buying a new candle each time.
2. L’oreal Voluminous Mascara from KMac
Yes, we are serious about mascara around here. Well, most of us anyway. I’m looking forward to trying this myself.
3. Tazo Green Tea (with Lemongrass and Spearmint) from Kimberly
Have no fear, we are mainly coffee guzzlers around here, but some delicious hot tea is good for the soul.
4. Burt’s Bees Lip Shimmer in Peony from Jennifer
If you’re looking for a chap stick with a little hint of color, this is your best friend.
5. Trader Joe’s Nourish All in One Facial Cleanser from Linda
If you don’t live near a Trader Joe’s, beg the Lord to show favor on your city to build one. It’s a treasure, to say the least. But, do not be anxious if you’re not near one, you can find a ton of stuff online. Thank you, Internet.
6. Trader Joes Kitchen Soap from Sabrina
Shall I repeat myself? Pray yourself a Trader Joe’s near you.
7. Daily Light Devotional by Anne Grahm Lotz from Nancy
I’ve yet to use this devotional, but all of my coworkers sing its praises. I’ll be purchasing my own asap. As our beloved teacher tells us all the time, it’s good to study under other authors and teachers. Be wise, but be free!
8. See’s Chocolate Covered Almond Clusters from Evangeline
Who would say no to See’s candy? I can’t help you if you do. Grin.
9. Philosophy Hands of Hope Hand and Cuticle Cream from Sherry
Philosophy has an entire line-up of wonderfully named products, from skin care to bubble bath. Purity, Amazing Grace, Miracle Worker. It’s all very fancy and nice, but is so worth every penny, if you’re into that kind of thing.
10. Essie Nail Polish from Lindsee
I think I may be repeating myself here, but for a girl who loves to paint her fingers and toes, I favor Essie polish. My current favorite winter color is, Ladylike. The name alone sold me.
11. Boot Socks from Beth
Just today Beth wore the cutest pair of boot socks you’ve ever seen. If I’d of had half a mind, I would have taken a picture for you. But for you who wear boots, this is the trend right now. Plus, they keep your legs and feet warm. Score!
And for a bonus, THREE grand prize winners will receive one:
12. Barefoot Contessa Cookbook from Susan
For a New York Time’s best seller, I have no doubt you might fall in love with your kitchen all over again.
Ladies, the fun is all yours now! Just make sure when you comment to leave your first and last name, as that will help us out when we announce the winners. Also in your comment, consider sharing your favorite thing with us. The more the merrier! We’ll leave the post up for at least 24 hours and post the winners this weekend. Okay, y’all, fire away!
Just a brief look at the winnings. (They’re not the prettiest giveaway pictures we’ve posted, but you get the idea. I had to spend more time shopping than photographing!)
My favorite thing is eight o’clock coffee, with 2 wintergreen mints after!! This is so fun!!
One of my favorite things this time of year is also from Trader Joe’s: dark chocolate sea salt caramels. So yummy!
OH. WHAT. FUN!!!! Put my name in! I am a Texas girl living in Nebraska; I miss stuff Texas girls love!! Merry Christmas all! Oh, yes…one of my favorites — a piece of Brighton jewelry!
Love this! And sadly no trader joes near me 🙁
I love Ahava’s Body Sorbet in Mandarin Cedarwood. I use it in the morning before applying makeup!
This is so fun! I like the Ghirardelli Dark chocolate sea salt caramel squares! I also like Blistex Cold & Allergy lip balm. Have a wonderful weekend everyone!
Jergens tinted moisturizer. I use it year round
Jergens tinted moisturizer. I use it year round
Jergens tinted moisturizer. I use it year round
I really had a hard time narrowing it down, but Yankee Candle’s “Sweet Potato Pie” candle has me burning candles again!!
Love the favorite things!! I recently felt a bit like Oprah in ordering my new favorite pair of pajama pants for every woman on my Christmas list. They’re from Kohls and they are the softest pair of pajama pants I have ever owned!!
I love Bath & Body works hand soaps and anti bacterial lotions!
We are doing this as a gift exchange, too. My favorites were EOS lip balm and altoids cinnamints! Thanks for the fun chance to win and hear your favorites!
Christian Fiction Books!
What fun! Thanks for the chance to win it! Merry Christmas girls!
As you can see by my name, I love Christmas.
I love what it means to me as a Christ follower, what it means to my family, and the hope it provides our world.
I do love presents too! 🙂 Would love to win these things selected by the special staff at Living Proof!
Some wonderful new ideas…thank you! I appreciate your ministry more than words can express, you are a blessing! Merry Christmas! One of my favorites for the stocking – a little box of pretty, blank note cards.
My name is Laura Callison and 2 of my favorite things are Good Earth Sweet and Spicy tea and Dove dark chocolate nibbles with almond bits…yummy!
Soft crunch toffee from our local Grants Pass, Oregon candy maker: Cary’s Candy
Oh, and a peppermint mocha from Dutch Bros. coffee. 🙂
Granbury, TX
A few if my faves–
Lane Bryant Pajama Pants
Dot Fragrance by Marc Jacob
Maybelline ColorSensational Lipstick in Sugared Hobey
The Voice translation of the Bible
I love books!
One of my favorite things is a “pink sugar” scented candle from Candleberry Candles!!! It smells incredible!
I love all of the Burt’s Bees products. I am also really loving some of the products being sold through Mary & Martha!
Thanks!
oops forgot my last name I’m the Wendy above with the EOS lip balm comment!
Lovely! I am not a huge shopper, but a few of my favorite things are any kind of tea/cocoa/hot drink, Bath & Body works lotions like vanilla/ginger & green tea, and scented candles with Christmas-y aromas like cinnamon.
What a lovely and FUN give-away-thank you!
One of my new cozy favorites is the Shea Infused Lounge Socks at Bath & Body Works-so soft!
Julie Reynolds
Love this!! One of my favorite things is the collin bread basket at Pier1, it has its own warming stone so its fabulous for holiday dinners. (Its on sale right now too). I also love to give bags from Freeset and T-shirts from Wild Olive.
This is such a cute Christmas give-away idea! As for a few of my favorite things…(1) By far, my favorite mascara is Benefit Cosmetics: They’re real! (2) Almost daily I listen to the CD “Redbird” by Warren Barfield during either my morning or evening drive between home and work. LOVE it! and (3) I am a professed Zumba fanatic & I highly recommend the line of XBox 360 Kinect Zumba games…I work out to these almost every day & they make exercise so much fun! Merry Christmas, y’all! 🙂
What a great giveaway! I would love to win! One of my favorite things right now is ANYTHING from Bath and Bodyworks! Merry Christmas!
My favorite stocking stuffer is Trader Joe’s Cookie Butter!!
Oh my – those stockings look AMAZING! My favorite thing at the moment is the holiday collection from Bath & Body Works. Twisted Peppermint, Vanilla Bean Noel and Winter Candy Apple make the holidays even more delightful!
How fun and generous of you all! My favorites are white sort-of-sheepskin slippers by Acorn, Frasier Fir candles by Thymes, and almost anything with a cardinal bird on it. xoxo
What a thoughtful group of ladies!! (and fun!) You are truly going to be blessing some ladies with your generous giveaway! A few of my favorite things are candles that smell like live Christmas trees…fresh pine, I guess! 😉 Along with that some hot cocoa and marshmallows and Christmas music. Those are some of my favorite things! Merry Christmas!!
What a fun assortment!
My favorite is Bare Minerals foundation and mascara. Perfect for my skin- and feels like air.
Blessings to you all!
The stocking stuffers are great. My children are grown but always love having their stockings filled. I always put practical stuff like toothbrush, chapstick and soap. But I do add candy and something special.
Thank you so much for the opportunity to win this!
What fun!! I love Trader Joe’s and I’m so happy there is one near me. I love Bath and Body “anything”. Favorite stocking stuffer is cute things my grandkids make:)
One of my favorite things is Blue Bell Pecan Praline Ice Cream. We are blessed to finally have it in North Carolina 🙂
Mischia Tinnin
Great list! So grateful I am near a Trader Joe’s for some of the ideas listed. My favorite gift to give is “Jesus Calling” devotional by Sarah Young. Merry Christmas!
My favorite thing is victotia’s secret lipgloss called shiny kiss.
Merry Christmas!
Sara Weick 🙂
What a fun post! Love getting the list for future reference. I’ll add my favorite mascara: They’re Real by Benefit. I used my regular mascara on one eye and They’re Real on the other. Everyone noticed the difference!
I should clarify that I did the “test” the first time I wore the new mascara. 🙂
Diane Rullestad and one of my favorite things is “My Utmost For His Highest” by Oswald Chambers. Father teaches me something new from it each year.
Thanks for blessing our lives throughout the year!
Woodwick candles- (especially Frasier Fir scent)
These candles “crackle” like a fire as they burn and smell GREAT!
Merry Christmas!
Brookeside’s Dark Chocolate Pomogranites – YUM!
Love this! Any kind of chocolate and both of my dogs. Of course, not together… 😉
I’m a book lover! My fav right now is “The Women of Christmas” by Liz Curtis Higgs!
Love to all!
I lovelovelove my Starbucks morning blend K-Cups for my brand new Keurig. Which is wrapped and under the tree, so hurry Dec 25! 🙂
I also am loving the fun patterned paper straws for holiday parties.
Brenda Veinotte
One of my favorite things is Yankee Candle Balsam Fir. I also love gingerbread latte. Thanks for the chance to win a stocking. Merry Christmas!
Anna Yoder
Elkhart IN
Hard to pick just one favorite…….everything in your stocking sounds great!
Thanks for sharing!
Merry Christmas
Dove chocolate 🙂
My favorite around Christmas is Peppermint Bark with dark chocolate.
Turns any day into wonderful!
Right now enjoying Whispers of Hope:)