*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!)
This is such a cute idea! My favorite thing is a picture of my husband. He is a deputy and works at night so we don’t see each other much these days, but I keep his picture nearby to feel him close to me. 🙂
Bring on the boot socks! Ya’ll are precious!
Love!
Hi!! My name is Cindy Howard and I LOVE the sound of all the favorite things you mentioned!! How fun!! Here’s some of mine:
Bath and Body wallflower plug ins!! Current favorite fragrance Good Natured Christmas!! Love the candles as well!! I have discovered a line of makeup called “Urban Decay” love their foundation called Naked Skin!! Great stuff!! Also love their mascara called “big and Sassy”…. I have many more but wil stop there!!
How fun!!!
Christmas is Here by Brandon Heath would be my favorite right now.
The Naked Bee hand lotion and lip balm!
My everyday favorite new cleansing products are from Yon-Ka! They help my 40 year old skin look a little bit better 🙂
Love the mascara that K-Mac uses. Love anything Bath and Body and yes, to anything new that girlfriends try. I’m right there with them.
I love reading these favorites lists. Thanks to you Lindsee, I now have a Volcano candle. It is wonderful!!
Oh… I would love to win 🙂 all the items sound like they could be my new favorite things!!
I would love to win this! Merry Christmas!!
Hi yall and Merry Christmas!!! You’ve all picked great items that anyone would love to win!!!! My favorite thing right now is my klove travel coffee mug….fits in any vehicles cup holder (they’ve seemed to have shrunken in the newer cars) and has a screw on lid!! And bath and body works, clean cotton body lotion…put it on before going to bed and you’re sure to have sweet dreams!! XOXO
Thank you for the chance to enter!
My favorite thing right now is OPI’s RapiDry top coat. Finally I can paint some color on these nails close to bedtime without worrying I’ll have textured nails in the morning.
We don’t even have most of these stores in Alaska! I am partial to Burt’s Bees lip balm…
Ya’ll are so fun!
This is such a fun idea! Just one of many reasons I think I would find myself at your doorstep begging for a job (unpaid even!) in your office if I lived within spitting distance of Houston. Sigh. Anyways, I am digging EOS lip balm right now and was just gift the Thymes Frasier Fir wood wick candle. It smells amazing!! Merry Christmas LPM ladies!
One of my favorite things right now is the “All Sons and Daughters” live worship album. Their harmonies are so beautiful. They kinda remind me if the Civil Wars.
Robin Anderson 🙂
Christie Lee Rayburn – GRAHAM, Wa
MAC Primer – softens fine lines before foundation is applied!
So fun!
One of my fave things is Burt’s bees pomegranate lip balm 🙂
Hey, this is fun! My favorite thing at this moment is Nestle’s hot chocolate mix with Kraft marshmallows! Mmmm good!
A book by a favorite author!
My favorite thing: Lindt 70% Dark Chocolate…nobody makes a dark chocolate so creamy. (and not too bad for your health!)
My favorite stocking stuffer: A NEW PRETTY Journal from Paper Sunday
http://www.papersunday.com/journals.html
Jennifer Baker
This siesta sends her thanks for this post
Favorite thing right now is my Ready to Wear
Lip gloss set, 6 shades to mix & match!
Pick me! My favorite thing is whatever I get cheap with a coupon. 🙂
Wow!! Great gift ideas! My favorite devotional is “Jesus Calling”.
Merry Christmas!
one of my favorite things is the trader joe,s olive oil and I have a Mom in Atlanta that lives just minutes from one. She lives 8 hours from me, but she and my dad don’t hesitate to make a run down to sunny Florida to see their grandchildren.
How fun!! I love your favorites list…many of them are my favorites too. My favorites that have totally transformed my 51 year skin are Paula’s Choice facial products. Most especially the RESIST Weekly Resurfacing 10% AHA treatment, the 8% AHA daily treatment and the RESIST C15 Super Booster. My skin looks amazing because of these miracle workers!
*fingers crossed*!! 🙂
Tis the season.
One of my favorite things is Woodwick “Fireside” candle.
How fun! I love Bath and Body Works mason jar candles… I’ve been burning the “Tis the Season” scent up a storm lately!
One of my favorite things….LPMblog:)
Great ideas!
Favorite things!! Ann Voskamps new Advent Book called The Greatest Gift.
my favorite thing this time of year are the 3 wick candles from Bath and Body. I try to get a few after the Holidays when they are 50%off.
One of my favorite things is L’Occitane shea butter lotion. It’s the absolute best and smells nice too! Ya’ll have a Merry Christmas!!
Here I am! Here I am! Susan Lawrence is now officially entered! 🙂 And what on earth are BOOT SOCKS? Googling them now!
Well, it would help if I could type when I search! First, I typed “book socks” and learned about those! Then I found “boot socks.” They’re actually what I assumed, but when I looked at the photo, I overlooked the socks and saw the stocking and thought, “Beth wears those OVER her boots????” Oh, my. I think I need to get some sleep! 🙂
Sheri Swift, Wow, can’t believe all the wonderful things you’ve stuffed in there. One of my favorite things is watching The Nativity Story. It’s so beautifully done and can’t help but be amazed all over again at our Savior’s birth! 😉
I would love to have something in my stocking other than coal this year! ; ) Beth McBroom
This is so fun!!!
Love Yankee candle’s “Christmas Cookie”
I needed some gift ideas. Thank you. My favorites are Aveeno Daily Moisturizing Lotion and a cup of Dark Sensation Hot Chocolate made with milk before I go to bed.
Have a very blessed Christmas.
Favorite things? So many, but homemade goodies are one of my favorites! In our fast-pace, gotta have it now society, these are truly a labor of love!
Chocolate covered macadamia nuts make a great hostess gift or Christmas treat:)
Oh my, I looooove all of your favorite things. Such great taste y’all have! 😉
I have to add The Pioneer Women cookbook, I love all of the simple instructions along with a picture for each step. It is hard to mess up a recipe with pictures. Also, my absolutely favorite thing right now is Ann Voscamp’s Advent book, “The Greatest Gift.” Ann has such a powerful way in expressing Christ as we prepare to celebrate His birth. I recommend printing her ornaments and creating a Jesse tree.
Denise Rosenbalm
Avon wrinkle corrector. I never go to bed without it on
Sarah Miller. My favorite things right now are
1. The Hallelujah Christmas by Cloverton
2. marshmallow covered Santas
3. Dove deodorant with the pink lid. It smells so good
Trader Joe’s lavender hand and body lotion. Best smelling, clean refreshing and relaxing. I make sure I put it on at night just before bedtime. Throughout the day also.
Christa Stamm
Thanks!!
One of my absolute favorite things, and it’s something I wait for every year, is Ghiradelli’s dark chocolate peppermint bark. Not milk chocolate, dark. It’s amazing and you’ll eat the entire bag yourself!
Some of my favorites right now are Burts Bees Replenishing Lip Balm, Pure.Clean.Soy Pink Magnolia Candles, Sharpie Fine Point Pens, and Tazo Refresh Mint Tea.