From Military.com:
“The Ultimate Veteran and
MilSpouse-Made Holiday Gift Giving Guide 2019”
'Tis the season to be thoughtful!
With holiday shopping in full swing, it's the most wonderful time to get ahead
on your gifts and cross a few names off your list. With only three and a half
weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, we know you don't have time
to search the entire internet looking for gift ideas. So, we've done it for
you. And, because the best gift we can give our friends is our business, all of
our suggestions come from a veteran or military spouse owned company. Happy
Shopping!
For the chef:
Weimy Cutlery: 8 inch chef knife Beautifully handcrafted, Weimy
Cutlery is "veteran forged and American made." This knife will make
every kitchen look more legit and make every cut of meat taste better. Plus, it
will make your spouse want to cook more and that's always a win.
Mutt's Sauce: You can, and should, put Mutt's
Sauce on everything. Named for her grandpa, veteran entrepreneur Charlynda
Scales has made a name for herself and her sauce. See why it lives up to the
hype and order yours in time for your holiday dinner.
Sweet Pineapple Design; Custom
cutting board The perfect gift for the one in
the kitchen, create a custom cutting board with your cook's favorite thing.
Whether it's your home state or home sport, you can't go wrong with this
functional and fun personalized item.
For the Mama:
Shop Spangled: Motherhood &
Kids Affirmation Cards: Who doesn't want to hear they're
doing an okay job at this crazy thing called parenthood? These affirmation
cards made by Abundant Affirmations will keep the mama in your life remembering
every day that her best is enough.
The Baby's Brew: The world's first portable baby
bottle warmer, this is the perfect companion for a PCS, a car trip or just
everyday life.
Be Safe, Love Mom; Elaine Brye: This beautiful story is the
perfect gift for your mom or your mother-in-law. Written by the incredible
Elaine Brye, "Army brat" turned military wife and the mother of four
officers -- one each in the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine Corps. For more
than a decade she's endured countless teary goodbyes, empty chairs at
Thanksgiving dinners, and sleepless hours waiting for phone calls in the night.
She's navigated the complicated tangle of emotions -- pride, worry, fear, hope,
and deep, enduring love -- that are part and parcel of life as a military
mother. An awesome book and a perfect gift.
For the bookworm:
Women of the Military; Amanda
Huffman: Well-known veteran and milspouse
blogger "Airman to Mom," Amanda Huffman tells the stories of women
service members in this poignant book that touches on service, sacrifice and
maintaining self. A great read for men and women alike.
Fighter Pilot Parent: Leading
Your Kids with Lessons from the Cockpit; Brick Conners There are no bad teams (i.e.,
kids). There are only less-than-perfect leaders (i.e., parents). So says former
fighter pilot and parent of four, retired US Navy Captain "Brick"
Conners. Conners links thrilling life-and-death experiences in leadership,
adversity and performance to practices and takeaways that will guide parents,
grandparents, coaches, military personnel and anyone else who wants to raise,
develop, and lead children and young people.
The Knock at the Door: Three Gold
Star Families Bonded by Grief and Purpose This stunning memoir will bring you
to tears and show you unbelievable resilience and heart. A must-read for
military families, The Knock at the Door shows us all that in the wake of
unspeakable tragedy, there is always hope.
For the white elephant party:
Pop it Pal: Yep, it's true -- as seen on
Shark Tank, Pop it Pal was created by a milspouse and her family. It is the
perfect white elephant gift or super thoughtful present for the picker in your
life.
For your favorite fellow:
Bottle Breacher; Grinch Freedom
Frag: Not only will this be a huge hit
because of its awesome look, it will also open beers for you. Double cheers!
Combat Flip Flops; Men's
Floperator: A gift you can feel good about!
The floperator is the perfect shoe for your favorite operator. And, every
purchase from Combat Flip Flops helps stem the tide of war in Afghanistan.
Vixen Woodworking; Custom bar
sign: Keep the mancave classy with this
stunning custom-made wooden sign by Vixen Woodworking.
For the lady you love:
Charliemadison; Bracelets: How can you not want to buy (or
better yet, receive!) bracelets with a meaning? "More than just jewelry,
Charliemadison bracelets inspire you to hold tightly to what you love. They are
the perfect gift or keepsake reminder that you're not alone on this journey.
Each meaningful bracelet keeps you connected to your purpose, your tribe, and
your family. Choose the message that speaks to you and keep it close every
day."
Patriotic Brooch, Hope Design
Ltd: This gorgeous, vintage brooch
bears a patriotic WWII-era US Eagle insignia centerpiece. This piece is a
limited edition creation that was hand-crafted by a military spouse. Thank the
lady you love for her support with this beautiful item.
Akazi; Earrings: With "thoughtfully
handcrafted jewelry designed and powered by women," Akazi's line of
earrings are both fun and fabulous. We love the arrow design and the dagger,
but you can't go wrong.
She Swank Too; T-shirt: Whether the lady in your life
needs a "Mommy Group Dropout," a "Nachos, Not Negativity,"
a "No Talkie Before Coffee" or a "Resting Brunch Face"
t-shirt, there's something for her at She Swank Too. With tons of hilarious and
inspiring slogans and sayings, every woman will appreciate a good tee.
Stocking stuffers:
Le Pamier Modern Skin Care;
Recoverderm Gentle Tone: While we love all of the Le
Pamier product line, the Recoverderm is our fave. Quench dehydration and calm
irritation with this soothing Toner formulated to alleviate sensitivity and
inflammation. Fortified with skin defending actives, this daily use tonic is
ideally suited to those who desire moisture without harsh chemicals, fragrances
and added color.
Wallabox: This handy-dandy contraption is
the perfect little box for your cell phone. Place one by your nightstand, hang
one at your front door, in the kitchen -- anywhere you want to stash your
phone. Developed by a military spouse after she nearly dropped her cell phone
in a port-a-potty (gross), this invention can save space and a whole lot of
heartache.
Hipoka Socks: Where art meets socks! These fun
designs will keep your feet happy all day long. With everything from mushrooms
to monsters, geometric shapes and fun sayings, there's a pair for every person
in your life.
No matter who you're shopping for
this year, make the holidays extra merry by supporting your veteran and
military spouse owned businesses.
^ This seems like a good place to
start your shopping and if you can help a veteran and/or military spouse at the
same time then it’s a win-win. ^
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