A Stocking Stuffed of Our Favorite Things

*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!)

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  1. 1001
    Amanda K says:

    I can’t send my kids into school without good ‘ole original chap stick! Oldie but goodie! Thanks for the chance to win. Blessings to y’all!

  2. 1002
    Lori K says:

    Thanks for all of the neat stocking stuffer ideas. My favorite thing right now, is my Natalie Grant “Hurricane” CD. Merry Christmas to LPM!

  3. 1003
    Rhonda Melvin-Alvarez says:

    Hi sisters….one of my favorite things is Glamorous Hands by Tyler Candle Company (also favorite candles) and my favorite scent is High Maintenance;) Merry Christmas….Rhonda Melvin-Alvarez

  4. 1004
    Kimberly S says:

    One of my favorite things is Sugar Lip Treatment by Fresh! Amazing for my chapped lips!

  5. 1005
    Misti Gil says:

    Paper Mate Flair felt tip pens…all different colors. They bleed happiness. I also could eat a pound of the cranberry turkey salad from HEB in one sitting. Yum!

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    Amanda Cross says:

    I love stockings filled up with goodies like this. Sometimes the best presents in my opinion. I really like Rachael Ray’s bubble and brown and her other kitchen utensils. Honestly, it doesn’t have to be hers for me to get excited about kitchen equipment. These are some of my favorite gadgets to get: pizza wheel, vegetable peeler, ice cream scoop, heavy duty spatula 🙂

  7. 1007
    Karla Turpen says:

    Looks like a fun list. I love getting candles, potpourri, and worship CDs!

  8. 1008
    Shereda Buckingham says:

    This is such a Beth Moore and friends thing to do. I wish I worked there, but I am so rotten you would not have me (smile). My favorite thing Bare Minerals make up. Now it doesn’t make me necessarily look younger but it is the easiest most natural feeling makeup ever!! Love it!!!! Merry Christmas and PICK ME PLEASE lol

  9. 1009
    Valerie Sprouse says:

    What fun! I love Elizabeth Arden Eight Hour Cream. It is super healing. Great for chapped winter lips, healing cuts and for dry cuticles!! Also love Kiss My Face brand olive and aloe moisturizer. Not too thick and very soothing – non irritating. Soaks in well. Will use on body and even my face. Last, Ann Marie Gianni coconut body oil. All natural ingredients. Apply to damp skin. Quick and smells great! On line only I think unless you live in CA. I love my skin care products! Merry Christmas, everyone!
    Valerie Sorouse

  10. 1010
    Crissy Kinley says:

    My favorite thing is a meal planning website that prepares Menues and grocery list for the week, based off of 20 fresh ingredients… Basically whole foods. Y’all, let me tell ya this website and Menues make me look like a coming genius, and I’m far from that title, for sure.
    Anyway, it’s called The Fresh 20.

    Thanks and merry Christmas!

  11. 1011
    Roberta Fuller says:

    Oh what fun! One of my favorite things is Dove dark chocolates! I will be anxious to try some of your favorite things too.

    Merry Christmas!

  12. 1012
    Jennifer B says:

    I love this! Always love hearing about the fun you all have. Reading your post made me think of the Christmas song “These are a Few of My Favorite Things” (not sure that’s the title but you know what I mean, smile). Merry Christmas Siestas

  13. 1013
    Susan Paulin says:

    Trader Joe’s! But I live in rural Georgia and nearest one is far away! Merry CHRISTmas to you all!

  14. 1014
    Bethany says:

    Bethany Silva

    I am in love with benefits They’re Real mascara. Way too expensive for me to keep up with but I’m enjoying my free birthday trial size from Sephora 🙂 I also love EOS lipgloss in lemon drop. I love PG Tips tea in my little English tea cup and and my favorite devotional is Morning and Evening by Charles Spurgeon. I have a Trader Joes here in town but rarely go. Seems that I need to change that.
    Merry Christmas Siestas!

  15. 1015
    Cindy Wilburn, LC , OR says:

    Thank you for thinking of us at this very special time of the year. Everyone is so busy. But you thought of us. We love you and all that you do to help us love Jesus.

  16. 1016
    Cassia Glass says:

    Burts bees anything!

  17. 1017
    Lisa Qualls says:

    What a fun giveaway! One of our family’s current favorite things is our Whirly Pop popcorn popper. Perfect for family movie nights.

  18. 1018
    sharon says:

    Dunkin donuts coffee and Hershey Kisses with almonds. Love your list of favorite things, thanks for being such a giving ministry. Love You LPM

  19. 1019
    Marsha Bauldry says:

    I love this and Trader Joe’s is wonderful. One of my favorite things is their cranberry & pistachio biscotti. I also love Christmas time. Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year!

  20. 1020
    Tracey Knight says:

    lindsee, this is too fun! the perfect stocking would include – but not be limited to – a packet of cute notecards, a gel ink pen, Burt’s Bee’s lip balm (watermelon color), a TJ Maxx gift card, on even years an SSMT spiral for the following year 🙂 & dark chocolate.
    thanks for the smile you girls always bring!
    Tracey Knight

  21. 1021
    Jennifer C says:

    What wonderful things! And great ideas 🙂 Jennifer Crider

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    Chris Heinrich says:

    One of my new favorite things is Red Velvet Cake Chapstick!!
    Merry Christmas!!

    Chris Heinrich

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    Monica W says:

    These are wonderful stocking stuffers ladies! I just love the smell of peppermint and cinnamon soaked pinecones this time of year. And…Dove chocolate & peppermint bark anyone?

  24. 1024
    Alicia says:

    Love this!!!

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    Becky says:

    You guys have so much fun!! I love it!!

    I would love to win these goodies! 🙂

    – Becky Swenson!

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    Rhonda Durham says:

    What a sweet post for the Holidays!
    ‘the art of shaving’-sandalwood shave cream. A little expensive but fun on a splurge!

  27. 1027
    Lisa Thompson says:

    Great idea! I love your blogs…. You guys rock!

    My favorite is Melaleuca hand lotion (online only). I live in Colorado and it is very dry here. Good lotion is a must!

    Merry Christmas!

  28. 1028
    Dian Crain says:

    What a wonderful idea! My favorite thing right now is flannel sheets! Merry Christmas to the entire staff.

  29. 1029
    Marie Sirk says:

    I’m getting so many great ideas here ! ;0)
    A couple of my favorites are L’Occitane Shea Butter lip balm…best stuff ever !
    Clinique Moisture Surge CC cream, Karen Neuberger lounge socks and Sally Hansen Miracle Cure nail treatment…really does make your nails grow!

  30. 1030
    Mindy Seekford says:

    Mindy Seekford.

    Thanks so much. I use the L’oreal mascara and it is
    amazing!!!

  31. 1031
    Kim Jarjoura says:

    Nine ladies just walked out of my house after having a my favorite things bunco party! We each brought three things that we think we can’t live without to share with others. I was so surprised to open this email and read this! This is the season for giving and I love the fabulous idea! You are truly an inspiration and I want to personally thank you, Beth and staff, for praying for my daughter, Abbey, in the past few months. God has brought us so far and she is on the road to recovery. God answers prayers.

  32. 1032
    Jennifer Good says:

    Jennifer Good here ! Awesome list. I like the fact it wasn’t run of the mill stuff. Things from your heart. My favorite things are: Burt’s Bees Pomegranate lip balm( awesome hint of color and moisturizing), OPI polish in INK, and my Brighton stackable rings.

  33. 1033
    Stephanie Timms says:

    I love Gloria Jeans Hazelnut coffee for my Keurig!

  34. 1034
    Angel Brown says:

    This has been a hard week for me. It would be so nice to get some gifts 🙂 some of my favorite things are Essie nail polish, juicy couture perfume, velocity ink pens & iTunes Radio.

  35. 1035
    Karen wondercheck says:

    Karen wondercheck, chandler, AZ. Sounds like some fun things!

  36. 1036
    Amanda Guardado says:

    Fave stocking stuffer this year – magnetic bookmarks from our local Christian bookstore!

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    Laurie Graham says:

    My favorite must-have is Coffeemate Coconut Creamer. I make a special trip to a different grocery store because I must have it in the refrigerator at all times! Another is Sebastian Shaper Hairspray. It smells so good and holds but your hair still feels soft. Thank you for this giveaway!

  38. 1038
    Caitlin O. says:

    A few of my favorite things right now are – Starbucks peppermint mocha’s (and don’t even get me started on those cranberry bliss bars..) Ghiradelli hot chocolate with peppermint marshmallows (sooo yumm!) Christmas music and xmas movies (makes my heart happy!), and winter fashion!! (Lots of warm cozy layers, chunky sweaters&cardigans, my riding boots, knit scarves&beanies, etc!) 🙂

  39. 1039
    Deb Weaver says:

    Zebra pens with black ink…smooth writing. I love a good pen!

    Deb Weaver

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    Beverly Burton says:

    Well one of my favorite things is Christmas music. Thank you

  41. 1041
    Rebecca Oliver says:

    My favorite my keurig coffee maker and all the options for coffee to hot cocoa.
    Merry Christmas

  42. 1042
    Linda Miltzow says:

    Oh, Lindsee, this just put a huge smile on my face! Thank you, thank you for these wonderful ideas from my LPM friends 🙂 Could I add a favorite thing or two? How about Travis Cotrell’s Christmas CD….one of my all time favorites ever! And anything from Trader Joes is such a treat! In fact my kids may just be getting their own gift cards to TJ to pick out some of their favorite things!
    Christmas Blessings to all…hugs and love to you, Mama Beth, and the rest of the family at LPM 🙂

  43. 1043
    Denise lee says:

    Define-a-lash, best mascara ever. Merry Christmas!

  44. 1044
    Natalie says:

    I just love Avveno lavender skin soothing bubble bath. Good for your skin, relaxing lavender scent – it’s just a wonderful way to end the day!

  45. 1045
    Renee D says:

    This is so, so fun!! My FAVORITE candy is Williams-Sonomas Fiona’s Red Berry Blocks! They are little chewy berry delights that explode with deliciousness in your mouth! Not even kidding y’all!! : )
    Renee Damron, Austin, TX

  46. 1046
    Kristi Kellogg says:

    What a fun give-away! My favorite thing right now is bath & body’s lemon lip cream.
    Merry Christmas & thank you!
    Kristi, puyallup

  47. 1047
    Adria Miles says:

    Clinique moisturizer.

  48. 1048
    Jackie Jones says:

    some of my favorite things..right now… photos..I just spent the evening putting up pictures of our family and friends in our home we moved into this spring…
    Jars of Clay…Christmas CD…. and airports… in just 13 days our kids from California will be flying to Nebraska! and then our “kids” from Chicago will be driving to Nebraska …to join my husband and myself and our son and his wife in Nebraska for a “staycation”… can’t wait. God bless you and your ministry in our Precious Jesus… May He fill you and pour you out for His purposes.

  49. 1049
    Brandy says:

    Brandy Black, Sutherlin Oregon.
    I LOVE LOVE LOVE “Shea it ain’t so” Foot lotion from Bath and Body Works!!!

  50. 1050
    Amy Flatt says:

    Three current faves–Chris Tomlin’s Christmas CD “Glory in the Highest,” Redken’s Wool Shake (get some today!!) and the homemade stovetop Christmas scent I found on Pinterest (oranges, fresh cranberries, cinnamon, cloves, oh my!)!