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]]>Besides going to see her and giving her a hug and a kiss, here are a few Mother’s Day gift ideas that go beyond the flowers and candy.
Something a Bit Different for Mom
Cord Tacos – Mom’s get a lot of grief about not being hip with the latest technology, but most of them are more up on the latest tech than they get credit for. They have headphones and speaker cords to deal with too, you know? Check out these handy cord tacos, the perfect solution for hard to deal with cords. Made of 100% premium leather, it’s a gift that Mom will get a lot of use out of.
Alta Wireless Fitness Tracker – Chances are, either your Mom is already into staying fit, or she wants to be. Help her get on the right track with this high-tech fitness tracker. It’s compatible across all the popular platforms, boasts a five-day battery life, and does everything you need a fitness tracker to do. She’ll be impressed, guaranteed.
Deep Sea Sand Art – Remember these from back in the day? Your Mom will. A constantly changing beautiful seascape to adorn any desk or wall.
Need Some Inspiration? Reach Out!
Need some more great Mother’s Day gift ideas? Don’t hesitate to give us a call at University Square apartments in Flagstaff. We’ve got a lot more.
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The Grammys are coming! The Grammys are coming! It’s the biggest night of the year for music, and you can be part of it from the comfort of your own home. Of all the annual award shows the Grammys are probably our favorite: it’s like an amazing concert from all the hottest artists in the industry! Not only that … the Grammys are also an excuse to throw an elaborate show. And we’re not just talking about on TV. What better reason to gather friends and family for awesome food and music than a Grammy party?
Here are some award-worthy tips for making your Grammy Award party “sing”:
Rock the Casbah
The Grammys are a big night for music … So how can you even imagine celebrating without a rockin’ playlist?! Power up your cellphone, laptop, or tablet and make a playlist of all the nominated tracks. Not sure who’s up for an award? You can find the full list of nominees here. Pick your favorite artists or categories and download the nominated tracks. (And we’re talking legally here, folks … remember, piracy is NOT cool, no matter what Jack Sparrow may say.) Pre-party with your favorite songs, and you’ll dance even harder when they take home the gold!
Dress to Impress
Come on, guys … This is the Grammys we’re talking about! Don’t leave the dressing up to the nominees. Break out your fancy dress and celebrate in style! Make your Grammy Awards party a dress-coded affair with everyone arriving in outfits worthy of the red carpet. Or, have your guests come in character. Invite your guests to dress as their favorite Grammy-nominated star. Bonus: Have special party favors for guests dressed like the actual winners! When their performer wins, have the guest dressed liked the winner give their own little award speech during the commercial break, and make sure everybody gives them a solid round of applause.
Deck the Halls
Turn your living room into the red carpet, or a pre-show dance club. It’s all about the glitz and glamor, so go all out. Head to the Dollar Store, Party City, or Michael’s for all the decorations you’ll need. Black and gold are the traditional colors of the Grammys, but don’t feel the need to limit yourself to those colors. Take cues from the nominees’ albums and music videos. Have goody bags for all your guests, and special snacks and appetizers fit for the occasion!
Pass the Mic
Encourage the celebration of music with plenty of song and dance. We’re talking about making sure there’s plenty of room to dance around … and a karaoke machine. Find the karaoke version of nominated songs on YouTube and share in a little friendly competition with your friends by performing your best live versions of the songs!
Fun and Games
No party is complete without plenty of fun and games. Beside karaoke, have print outs of the nominees and challenge your friends to pick the winners before the awards start. Have a prize for the winner. Remember the costumes you’re all wearing? Have a prize for best dressed, or the person who best emulates their musical icon. Create a custom party hashtag and have your friends share their photos from the party to Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter all night to share all the fun you’re having! (Hint: Follow and tag us on Instagram as you post! We’d love to see your photos, too!)
Follow these tips and you’ll be sure to have a blast before, during, and long after the awards! Tune in to the Grammy Awards on Monday, February 15th, at 8ET/5PT on CBS!
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]]>Please join us for our Canned Food Drive. We will be gathering donations through Thursday, December 10th. All your donations will be taken to the Flagstaff Family Food Center!
Stop by our office for details or if you have any questions, and thank you in advance for your donations!
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