*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!)
What a lovely idea! Thanks for always thinking of us! One of my current favorites (considering the seasons) is Francesca Battistelli’s Christmas CD. Though it is not “new”, I just love singing along. It would be a great stocking stuffer for the music lover in your life!
I am loving this women for women blog. it’s like opening a new pkg. every week & I get so excited to open my email. I love ALL of the favorite things & I use some of them too. My stocking stuffer this yr. is home made double choc. brownie mix in a canning jar. mmmmm good!
This is such a fun idea! My name is Peppa Stark and some of my favorite things are any Burt’s Bees products and of course Bath and Body Works Cherry Blossom hand lotion!
Merry Christmas!
Hi Peppa, make sure you try Burt’s Bees Buttermilk Bath Soak if you haven’t already. It’s actually one of the things I put on my little list of faves. The scent is so very soothing, let alone the actual soaking part! Merry Christmas!
I am loving Eos Lip Balm, Essie Nail Polish, and of course…dark chocolate Hershey kisses!
I would love to win – y’all picked out great things! My favorite thing right now is sort of funny . . .it is called poo pourri . . .they have a website. When you work in an office with lots of people, this is a must have!! (this is not a joke – it really works . . .worked a women’s retreat several months ago with 80+ women sharing two (three seater) restrooms . . .should be a must have in every lady’s bag!!)
Lisa, my hubby showed me a little video for poo-pourri, but I haven’t tried it yet. I was thinking of doing it as stocking stuffers for my sisters, but wasnt’ sure about it. I trust your review, especially at the women’s retreat! 🙂
This sounds like so much fun, thanks for sharing your favorite things Cheryl Stoeser
I discovered a homemade version on a blog site. It is made from essential oils. It is amazing how well it works!
Donna Hutcheson
One of my favorite things is Ruth Bell Graham’s book, One Wintry Night. I love reading it each December with my children.
Me too, Donna! One of my favorites!
Thanks for sharing your favorite things. One of mine is Carmex lip balm, especially in the winter! Nothing fancy, just practical. 🙂
Hi Jill, if you love Carmex, you’ve got to try Blistex Lip Medex. It is so soothing on dry lips. I actually put it down as one of my faves! It comes in a little blue tin (similar to the yellow Carmex ones) and is found at drugstores. I never find it at Target, Walmart, the grocery store, etc, just drugstores. Merry Christmas!
JEN DISMUKES – MY FAVORITES WOULD BE THE ESSIE NAIL POLISH AND THE DEVOTIONAL!
Mario Badescu Buffering Lotion from Tessa Pierce
Great treatment for cystic acne…I love this entire line of products but this is my fav! Perfect stocking stuffer!
You girls make me smile! I always loved the Oprah Christmas shows…..I love your giveaways. Whoever you choose will be blessed!
Merry Christmas to you and many thanks for the ministry
you have to all of us!
I thank God for you!
blessings!
Emi Nash: Tazo Green Tea (like Kimberly) 🙂 Merry Christmas
Well, i happened to have already made my very own giveaway list! tickled to get to share it again!
check it! http://birthfaith.org/do-it-yourself/gifts-that-heal
ACK! it didn’t post the right link!!!
was suppose to be: http://amzn.com/w/37LL6ZF47DTIS
drated copy & paste function!
Love this idea… to share your favorites!! Making mine now 😉 Thanks so much for sharing!
Jennifer Davis
I love the same mascara as KMac!
Looks fantastic! My go-to hairspray is Chi Magnified Volume Finishing Spray. I don’t like to be shellacked, and this holds pretty well without being too crunchy. It comes in a tall, skinny, purple can.
Karen Huxen, Stephenville, TX
My favorite things: my multi-colored neon sneaker socks.
One of my favorite things – Twining’s English Breakfast Tea
Agreed! In the red box!
What a great giveaway! I’d have to say one of my favorite things is Covergirl Lipperfection jumbo gloss balm. It is a little heavier than lip gloss with just the right amount of color. Love it. Thanks for this post….I was in need of some ideas.
-Amy
P.S. I visited a Trader Joe’s in Columbus Ohio for the first time this October and can’t wait to visit the one they just built in Western New York, which is where I live. I have a shopping list a mile long.
ChapStick’s Hydration lock
Carol Boney
What a fun and thoughtful idea! I have tried and like so many of those things, and the ones I haven’t tried- I want to! 🙂 have a wonderful day!
Skinvigorate brush! Love it 🙂
Allison Moldenhauer
My favorite thing right now is anything that smells like cinnamon.
Awesome gifts!!! I am a coffee junkie, one of my favorite things is Gold Coast coffee from Starbucks; makes me happy 🙂
I always love to put the person’s favorite candy in their stockings! That is always a fun treat for them! Thank you so much for the chance to win the generous give-a-way today! Love you sweet Lindsee. Christy
Everything looks wonderful! What a joy to win it!
Thank-you for the chance.
Paula Barney, O’Fallon, MO
I must admit I’m not much of a shopper. This is such a simple thing but I love those new Campbell’s Go Soups in the pouch. My favorite is roasted red pepper with smoked gouda. They are so easy to take to work and microwave in the pouch but you will need a bowl to pour them into to eat.
Thank you for sharing the Joy !
Rejoicing in His Love with you!
linda
Ephesians 3:20-21 !
How fun!! Those are some good favorite things. My new holiday fave liplgloss is NYX in Plush Red. Perfect holiday glossy red. Being a girl can be fun. 🙂
I love Fireside scented Wooodwick candles.
What a treat! Love hearing about your favorite things. My current fave is Jenna Hipp Essential Nail & Hand Cream.
What a wonderful idea! Some of my favorite things: Werther’s Original sugar free hard candies, Millstone peppermint mocha ground coffee and time spent with family.
My favorite thing this time of year is a scented candle by glade. It is purple and this year they have renamed it Holiday treat. Last year it was something involving the word crunch. I buy lots and just give them out to people as I see fit. I just ” blessed” my sister with one last night. For 3.00 it is well worth the joy of giving it 🙂
thanks for the ideas,
Sarah Birmingham
Thank you Sarah!! last year i was in love with that smell. My husband and son hated it but it did not stop me from spraying it like crazy. I was looking for it the other day and couldn’t find it, probably because they changed the name. I am headed to get me some this weekend.
Favorite things!!! Love this! 🙂
smashbox lipgloss!
I love the list! I love using coconut oil as a moisturizer!
A special four sided nail buffer that shines your nails up in a jif. You look like you have on clear polish and your nails paint up so beautifully after you use it. People ask me all the time who does my toes. Product by Aqua by the Dead Sea.
Kathie Nappier, Aiken, SC
Thistleridge lip balm is favorite this time of year.Love anything that fits into a stocking.Merry Christmas!
Would love to try all those items! I think I would add to the goodies, as my favorite thing, Mary Kay eye makeup remover! It works wonderful. Oh, and coffee of all flavors and kinds is another of my favorites! Merry Christmas to everyone at LPM!
What fun!
I love the idea of my favorite things…..whenever I need something, I always ask my girlfriends and almost always am totally pleased with their suggestions!
Right now, my favorite thing is Bath and Body Works’ twisted peppermint hand lotion! 🙂
If I am chosen, I will be passing this on to a coworker who lost her son earlier this year. I’d love to treat her to some things that r fun and festive as this is a very, very difficult time for her.
Thank you and Merry Christmas!!!!
I love the Burt’s Bees lip balm too!
I am easy to please….I love anything that someone gives to me. I have always loved every gift my husband has given me and have never returned one of his gifts to me in the 50 1/2 years we have been married because I didn’t like it.
How fun! My favorite thing is “Jesus Calling” by Sarah Young
I love to read and Lifeway, B&N, and Amazon gift cards are among my favorite stocking stuffers.
Thanks for sharing other great ideas.
Susan from MS
How fun! And thank you for the stocking stuffer ideas!
Anna Smith
Maybelline Stiletto mascara. Amazing length for a small price!
HallMark movie channel and Hershey Kisses.
How fun! Thanks for sharing y’all! I’m a yankee but it’s fun to say that word sometimes. Anyway, I LOVE Buxom Lip Gloss in the shade Dani. So great. Merry Christmas y’all!
My favorites things consist of memories of Christmas past, making new memories as our family grows and giving thanks to God for His hand in all.
OHHHHH Usually I don’t get too excited about giveaways but I sure am about this one!!
I do so hope I win. My favorite thing this year is our Christmas tree. My mom, husband and I live together in NC. All family is in Colorado and we will not be able to go home this year, but our little tree makes things a less sad somehow..
Favorite…. Gingerbread cookies…. : )
What fun! Two of my favorite things are the Jesus Calling Devotional by Sarah Young and Twinings Christmas Tea,
How fun and what great ideas for stocking stuffers! Im excited that I may have a chance to actually win some great products to try out and then I can be one of the girls! LOL
Thank you for the opportunity to hear how ya’ll spend your fun lunches together!
God bless and may you all have a very Merry Christmas!!
Thanks for a chance to win! My favorite thing to wear is Merle Norman lip pencil plus. Wild berry!