*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!)
So much FUN!!! One of my favorite things is Bare Minerals Blemish Therapy 🙂
My favorite thing: Sonic Diet Coke
Paulette Carson
One of my favorite things is: L’Oreal Infallible Gloss, Color – Petal, (New/Nouveau 8 HR) Stays put for awhile and goes great over any other lip color!
Ooohhhh….I love so many of those things already! I have Fresh Balsam in my car freshner!
My favorite thing right now…..really digging my Stella & Dot Chelsea Tech Wallet.
I love this! One of my favorite things is Burt’s Bees lip balm. 🙂
The Christmas themed blogs here are the ones that I look forward to the most!!! Thank you! Darjeeling (loose) tea leaves – available at most tea stores. The type that PLUMP UP once they have been steeped. Not, as someone once described, the “dust and sweepings” that are hidden in some teabags! 🙂
They’re Real Mascera by benefits is my newest obsession. And Naked Palette by Urban Decay. BEST eyeshadows ever ! 🙂
What a fun giveaway! Lots of them are my favorite things too!
My favorites:
Godiva Chocolate, Camille Beckman, Bee Bar, fleece socks and throws (so warm!!)
Lindsee,
How fun! Y’all are so good to us siestas!
And while we have no Trader Joe’s here in Chattanooga, in January I’m going to visit my dad in Albuquerque and I am already planning to take an extra suitcase so I can go on a Trader Joes’ shopping spree while I am there. Seriously!
One of my favorite things right now is an old favorite Christmas CD – ‘Portraits of Christmas’ by Wind Machine. No singing, all instrumentals, but their version of Carol of the Bells is simply gorgeous.
Blessings,
Adrienne
You ladies are the sweetest for thinking of us! What a lovely line-up. I had fun following the links to explore all your faves. A couple of my favorites are:
*Burt’s Bees Buttermilk Bath Soak (the smell alone soothes me)
*Blistex Lip Medex lip protectant (so soothing on dry lips)
*Peppermint Church Junior Mints (oh.my.yum)
A very merry Christmas to you LPM ladies and all my sweet siestas!
EVERYTHING LOOKS AMAZING AND WOULD MAKE ANY GIRL HAPPY! I HOPE I WIN <3 I NEED SOME PRETTIES IN MY LIFE <3
White Barn Candle Company’s Cinnamon Clove Bud candle. It’s wonderful!!
Just because it’s been one of those kind of days so far today – Toblerone cheesecake 🙂 Yum!!!!
Dionna Sanchez
I have a couple of fun new discoveries. EOS lip balm in mint, dark chocolate almonds from H.E.B, and my three tiered teasing hair comb. LOVE it.
My favorite things include a set if colorful papermate flair pens!
Lindt Chocolate in my stocking is a favorite! I love those dark chocolate balls! Yum!
Merry Christmas!!
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all!
A few of my favorite things: peppermint coffee, Mary Kay Satin Hands kit, and fuzzy socks!
What an awesome selection! One of my favorite things is Twinings Lady Grey tea. Can’t get enough of it in this colder weather!
Ohhhh, I love that L’oreal mascara too! Thank you Lindsee for such a fun post. I also work in an office with lots of women so understand how those product reviews happen. I LOVE Clinque’s strawberry fudge eye shadow. It looks great on just about everyone. And guess what, most of my department now wears it too! Blessings to all of the LPM staff! Yal ROCK!
A few of my favorite things….. Brocato’s “B More” building powder for BIG hair (go big or go home ;0), Paul Mitchell’s texture spray called, “Worked Up” (can you tell I am a hair stylist??), Jesus Calling devotional by Sarah Young (it’s like she reads my mail!!)! Loved hearing all your favorites! Merry Christmas!
Jacqueline Warren
AdeleAlys Spil from Matthews NC
My favorite things include….Hickory Farms Cheese Ball, York Peppermint Patties, Blank Composition Books with fun designs, Yarn Bowls, Moravian Christmas Candles, selection.of many colored flair pens.
How fun!!! One of my favorite things right now is True Blue Spa Shea Cashmere & Silk Hand Cream. Feels and smells so-o- good!
I LOVE LOVE LOVE hearing about favorite things!!!!! Love, did I say LOVE!!!!!
Hi! My name is Rachel Belisle. One of my favorite things is the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life.”
I am loving my Bath and Body works Candy Apple body spray..super sweet! Also, I just found some glittery gold Essie nail polish as well. So fun! Merry Christmas siestas! 🙂
i’d give my eye teeth to have a TJ’s near me!! PLEASE send me an email, Lindsee, HOW we can order some of their items online?! That’s worth this post in and of itself!
my current favorite thing is Acure’s ultra hydrating body lotion. it isn’t greasy, and it absorbs fast! pretty sure Whole Foods carries it, but if not, it’s available online!
if we’re talkin’ Trader Joe’s, I have to say that the dried Montmorency cherries and salted roasted almond butter are my favorites!
Well, give aways are one of my favorite things! Thanks!
Connie Head
Karen Edlund
My favorite winter thing is L’Occitane Shea Butter Foot Creme — wonderful for dry heels!
Would love to pass some of these things on!! You are all so generous!
I’m on here so seldom I almost always miss these giveaways! Right now, even though I haven’t bought any, I’m nursing an obsession over SeaHawks gear, especially when I discovered they have SeaHawks jewelry!!! I kid you not, even earrings! Tons of them!
Shellie Paparazzo
Thanks for thinking of us!
its like reading sephora/ulta/williams-sonoma/whole foods/crate and barrell ads but w/Godly woman who represent HIM wherever they go. excellent choices.
Jesus chick. thanks for the opportunity.
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Shanti Hawley
What a great idea! Thank you and Merry Christmas!!
I would love to find some dark chocolate in my stocking!
Jaime Garrett
One of my favorite things is my Daily Guidepost Devotional! Another would be Hazelnut creamer for my coffee!!!
So much fun!!! My favorite thing…hmm… I’d say a good red lipstick!!!
Sarah Vint. I love fun socks and since I livein the North a good set of moccasin slippers for the cold winter days!
This is so fun!!
I love anything from Trader Joe’s, especially their holiday cookies…. candy cane joe joe’s, butter cookies, dark chocolate stars…ummm YUM!!
Angie’s Holidrizzle White Chocolatier Peppermint Popcorn
from Target! 🙂
One of my favorite things about the Christmas season is the Bath and Body Works scent “Winter Candy Apple”. It is only out during the holidays and has been a favorite of mine for many years! What a great giveaway! Thanks for putting it together for all of us…a great list of stocking stuffers to chose from. Merry Christmas!
Love all of the ideas – I love books, can’t pick a favorite (stopping by Lifeway is not always good for my budget).
I love the favorite things and one of mine when it is cold is a good cup of hot tea. My favorite is Republic of Tea ginger peach. Great on a really cold day like today.
FUN! Thank you!
A few of my fav things:
*They’re REAL! (Mascara) By Benefit
*Linear Intense Felt Tip Liquid Eyeliner By L’Oreal
*Mac Lipgloss
*Mariah Carey’s Christmas Album (the only one from the 90s, not sure if she has a new one)
What a GREAT idea! One of my favorite things is a loose tea called White Temple. I also LOVE Brookside’s Dark Chocolate Pomgranate Candy (8 pieces only 65 calories) which I purchase at Sam’s Club.
Hi! Thanks for sharing. What a fun idea! My favorite thing right now is L’OCCITANE hand crème. It’s kind of pricey ($12.50 for a small tube) but worth every penny. Also, Lindsee.. I’m with you on Essie. Have you seen “Forever Yummy”? It’s a gorgeous red. Perfect for the holidays!
My favorite thing is anything chocolate!
Neat idea!
Dawn Jones
A few of my fav. things: philosophy amazing grace scent, burts bees products, paul newman organic coffee, warm bedroom shoes 🙂
I have lots of favorite things… my Keurig coffee maker is high on the list. Also loving all things Athleta right now – the Tech Plush Fusion pants feel like a teddy bear on your legs!
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