Happy 6th birthday to the OG sister! There's no be Happy 6th birthday to the OG sister! There's no better feeling than getting to know the wonderful person she is growing into. We're so proud of this girl!! 6 is going to be a great year 💕
I'd want to sleep all day, too, if I were up every I'd want to sleep all day, too, if I were up every hour last night 🙃🙃 

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Anyone see our other kids lately?? 😜 You know, Anyone see our other kids lately?? 😜 You know, it's so funny how some parts of the newborn phase have been like muscle memory and others have been like we've had our first born all over again. 

We were worried about how David and Evy would feel with this new family member but they have been so sweet that it brings tears to my eyes to put it into words. I was especially worried about Ev being supplanted as the youngest but, honestly, being the big sister suits her SO well and I think she's been loving it, too. 

I've also loved getting to experience this again with Josh. The way you band together during the newborn phase especially is very bonding. You rely on each other deeply and it's not always cute or pretty. 

Super grateful 💗
To the best big brother and sister. Cleo is going To the best big brother and sister. Cleo is going to think she has the coolest, smartest, bravest big siblings in the world, and she's not wrong 😉
She's here 🌷 Cleo Renée was born 2 weeks early She's here 🌷 Cleo Renée was born 2 weeks early on Saturday March 11 at 1:52 in the morning. 

Josh and I just had a feeling about that day (Friday), so we kept the kids out of school, went out to breakfast, and just spent our last day together as a family of four. 

My contractions started right after my 38 week appointment that morning and progressed throughout the day until around 4pm when I thought, "Mmk, I'm starting to really need to breathe through these. Better go in."

I was so convinced they were going to turn us away that it really didn't hit me that we were actually going to meet our girl that night until we'd been there for a few hours already. 

Baby girl ended up being 7lbs 15oz and 20in long!

We are all so in love. David and Evy are OBSESSED. A few times their friends have come to the door to ask them to play and they've said they'd rather stay home with the baby 😄

We are so blessed and thankful for this little girl ❤️
How to use a French hair pin. I love these things How to use a French hair pin. I love these things because they can hold up even my thick and chunky hair and I don't have a large clip sticking off the back of my head (don't get me wrong, I love a good hair clip, too)! Have you tried one yet??
This season of waiting has been weird. But I’m s This season of waiting has been weird. But I’m so grateful for it.

On the one hand, there’s so much to do to get ready for little one to join us—it’s been a while since we’ve had a newborn! I’m spending most of my free time writing and nesting, nesting and writing. 

And then on the other hand, I’m feeling pretty ready to have my body back. And by that, I mean just to be done literally sharing it with another being. You start to miss things after a while like being able to breathe when you lay on your back or not getting indigestion for eating a few grapes. 

Overall, there’s so much to be thankful for. Each little inconvenience is a blessing and I’m happy they’re there. I’ll also be happy when they’re over. For now, I’m just savoring being a mom of “older kids” (8 and going on 6) that can grab their own snacks from time to time and put on their own shoes. We’re going to be heading back to square one in a couple months and I’m sure there’s a lot we’ve forgotten!
Naturally, when we see a need, we rush in to fill Naturally, when we see a need, we rush in to fill it and fix it. On top of this, it’s hard for us to ask for help because we don’t want to be a burden to others. 

But in the process of meeting everyone else’s needs and neglecting our own (especially our need for rest), we often become bitter towards the ones we’re helping.

Instead, one of the best things we can do as a wife or mother is to assess our own needs and make sure to leave space to meet them ourself or to ask for what we need. 

It might be time to rest, help with the next meal, time alone to pray and meditate on God’s word, or allowing yourself to leave a task un-done so you can “selfishly” enjoy a hobby of yours like the rest of your family gets to do. 

In the end, making room to find joy each day may be one of the best things you do for your relationships.
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Life & Finances, Marriage, Outdoors, Relationships · October 23, 2017

50+ Gift Ideas For Men By Price Range Starting at Under $20

Hey guys, buying presents for men is hard. I’m not sure if this is a woman thing or just a Chelsea thing, but there are lots of different things that make me happy. I’m easily pleased. I like clothes, bags, makeup, outdoor adventure things, workout things, some tech stuff. But men, men are hard. I know this isn’t all men, but most of the men I know are either way too content with what they have (ha) or way too picky about what they like. My conundrum of a husband is both.

So for all of us who have to shop for a man, this list is for you. I’ve come up with over 50 gift ideas for all types of men with all types of interests, with the help of my husband, Josh. In fact, several things on this list are things he has or wishes he had. Share your favorite picks in the comments below!

50+ Gift Ideas The Man in Your Life Will Actually Like

 

Under $20

Wood Cutout MugWood Cutout Mug
Wireless Phone ChargerWireless Phone Charger
To-Go MugTo-Go Mug
Portable phone chargerPortable phone charger
Pipe Tea InfuserPipe Tea Infuser
Leather headphones keychainLeather headphones keychain
Hot Dog TaosterHot Dog Taoster
Beer Saver CapBeer Saver Cap
Every Good EndeavorEvery Good Endeavor

Wireless phone charger To-go mug Hot dog toaster Pipe tea infuser Portable phone charger Beer saver Leather headphones keychain Every Good Endeavor by Timothy Keller Wood mug

$20 to $50

Wool socksWool socks
Patagonia VestPatagonia Vest
Sleeping BagSleeping Bag
Tile key finderTile key finder
Remote Car StarterRemote Car Starter
Flannel shirtFlannel shirt
French PressFrench Press
Leather Phone caseLeather Phone case
Key + Phone HolderKey + Phone Holder
Star Wars Waffle IronStar Wars Waffle Iron
Bluetooth speakerBluetooth speaker
Leather driving glovesLeather driving gloves
Headphones wall holderHeadphones wall holder

Vest Flannel Remote Car Starter Star Wars Waffle Maker Bluetooth speaker Key and phone holder Leather phone case Headphones wall hook Leather driving gloves Wool socks French press Tile key finder Sleeping bags

$50 – $100

HeadphonesHeadphones
The North Face JacketThe North Face Jacket
Video DroneVideo Drone
SmartwatchSmartwatch
Hershel BackpackHershel Backpack
SmokerSmoker
KeurigKeurig
Sports Action CameraSports Action Camera
Leather duffel weekender bagLeather duffel weekender bag
SlippersSlippers
Electric RazorElectric Razor
TentTent
Instax cameraInstax camera

Headphones Jacket “Sports Action Camera” Drone Smartwatch Backpack Smoker Leather duffel weekender bag Keurig Electric razor Slippers Instax Camera Tent

$100 – $250

HeadphonesHeadphones
Hunter BootsHunter Boots
Mobile hot spotMobile hot spot
Jord WatchJord Watch
Maui Jim sunglassesMaui Jim sunglasses
Pocket knifePocket knife
TurntableTurntable
Bluetooth Speaker (floating)Bluetooth Speaker (floating)
Johnston & Murphy BootsJohnston & Murphy Boots
Leather satchelLeather satchel
FitbitFitbit
Fire PitFire Pit

Headphones Hunter rain boots Mobile hotspot Jord Wood Watch Down Vest Sunglasses Pocket knife Turntable Floating Bluetooth speaker Johnston and Murphy boots Fitbit Leather satchel Firepit

$250-$500

Adjustable DumbbellsAdjustable Dumbbells
Samsung Galaxy TabletSamsung Galaxy Tablet

Tablet Adjustable dumbbells

$500+

Samsung Galaxy S8Samsung Galaxy S8
TreadmillTreadmill
laptoplaptop
Espresso MachineEspresso Machine
Google Pixel 2Google Pixel 2
BikeBike

Samsung Galaxy S8 Espresso machine New Laptop Bicycle Google Pixel 2 Treadmill

So for all of us who have to shop for a man, this list is for you. I’ve come up with over 50 gift ideas for all types of men with all types of interests

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  1. robin rue says

    October 23, 2017 at 3:13 pm

    I love this. My husband is SO hard to buy for and I am always looking for ideas for him. Thanks for the easy reference.

  2. cassie says

    October 23, 2017 at 3:43 pm

    Men can be really tricky to buy for – especially if they don’t have many hobbies so i love these ideas (and that you started at $20!)

  3. Melissa Chapman says

    October 23, 2017 at 5:22 pm

    My husband is very hard to buy for because he likes things he has and does not like to change. He saw a few things he liked the floating speaker, those johnston and murphy boots, and he thought the star wars waffle was a good gag gift.

  4. Katrina says

    October 23, 2017 at 6:07 pm

    I love these ideas! There’s definitely a few I hadn’t thought of myself. Thanks so much for sharing!

  5. Beth Davidson says

    October 23, 2017 at 7:14 pm

    There’s a lot of options here, thanks for compiling this list. I have no idea what to get my husband this year!

  6. AnnMarie John says

    October 23, 2017 at 9:07 pm

    I love gifts guides that also have a price bracket, it makes it easier for me to set a budget! It’s not always easy to shop for boys so this is going to help!

  7. Karen Morse says

    October 23, 2017 at 11:46 pm

    I SO appreciate gift guides like this especially for men! I always struggle when it comes to coming up with gifts for the men in the family, I think this will be really helpful.

  8. Terri Steffes says

    October 24, 2017 at 12:24 am

    I saw a few things my husband would love! He says his joy is shopping for me, but I do love getting him a fun surprise every now and then!

  9. Lindsey Mozgai says

    October 24, 2017 at 6:50 am

    Men are the worst to buy for! There’s something about guys that just make them hard to buy for! These are so helpful

  10. Kim Six says

    October 24, 2017 at 9:30 am

    There are so many amazing choices on this list. Men are always hard to shop for, but this will make it so much easier.

  11. Jessica Joachim says

    October 24, 2017 at 10:32 am

    These are all excellent ideas. I have no clue why men have to be so hard to shop for. Every year my husband just says he either wants nothing or he WANTS car parts lol

  12. Ana De- Jesus says

    October 24, 2017 at 10:53 am

    I always find guys difficult to buy for but you have given me so much inspiration. I like the idea of a hit dog toaster that is so cool!

  13. Krystel says

    October 24, 2017 at 4:12 pm

    I’M NOT A MAN BUT I’D LIKE ANY OF THESE GIFTS. AS LONG AS THEY FIT ME

  14. Alison | So Chic Life says

    October 24, 2017 at 7:10 pm

    Why are men so hard to buy for? I have the hardest time because my husband never wants anything. So many great options!!

  15. Nicole Kamai says

    October 24, 2017 at 10:05 pm

    My husband’s mom requires christmas lists, so i always know what he wants!! Love this gift guide though because men are so hard to shop for!!

  16. Angela Ricardo Bethea says

    October 25, 2017 at 8:18 am

    It’s great that you compiled most of them in one post, These are some really great gift ideas! With Christmas right around the corner if wouldn’t be bad to buy maybe a flannel shirt or that cute wooden mug. That star wars waffle iron looks awesome though.

  17. Kelly Hutchinson says

    October 25, 2017 at 1:05 pm

    I never know what to get my husband for Christmas. I love the idea of the wireless phone charger.

  18. Carolyn says

    October 25, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    I might have to look at that video drone for my husband. I think he would enjoy it with my sons. We live near some open fields and a river that would be fun to view.

  19. jeanine says

    October 25, 2017 at 4:05 pm

    This is a great list and helpful when men can be very picky or you are shopping for a man that has so much already you don’t know what to buy. Helpful for Christmas!

  20. Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com says

    October 25, 2017 at 8:29 pm

    My husband is so hard to shop for! These are all such great ideas, I am going to pin this to refer to!!

  21. Heather says

    October 25, 2017 at 9:58 pm

    My sister in law would love the star wars waffle iron! This a great comprehensive gift guide!

  22. Blythe Alpern says

    October 25, 2017 at 11:52 pm

    Men are so hard to buy for as they often have no idea what they want or don’t feel the need to share. I find that paying attention to things they like or are into are a great way to come up with gifts likes the ones you’ve mentioned.

  23. Kaity | With Kids and Coffee says

    October 26, 2017 at 10:06 pm

    That Star Wars waffle iron may be making the gift list this year. I need a waffle iron, and that one is just too cool to skip over. 🙂

  24. Shannon gurnee says

    October 26, 2017 at 10:09 pm

    These are some great ideas for the man in your life! I love the look of the jord watch and the bluetooth speaker is always great!

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Happy 6th birthday to the OG sister! There's no be Happy 6th birthday to the OG sister! There's no better feeling than getting to know the wonderful person she is growing into. We're so proud of this girl!! 6 is going to be a great year 💕
I'd want to sleep all day, too, if I were up every I'd want to sleep all day, too, if I were up every hour last night 🙃🙃 

Outfit @honest 🦋
Anyone see our other kids lately?? 😜 You know, Anyone see our other kids lately?? 😜 You know, it's so funny how some parts of the newborn phase have been like muscle memory and others have been like we've had our first born all over again. 

We were worried about how David and Evy would feel with this new family member but they have been so sweet that it brings tears to my eyes to put it into words. I was especially worried about Ev being supplanted as the youngest but, honestly, being the big sister suits her SO well and I think she's been loving it, too. 

I've also loved getting to experience this again with Josh. The way you band together during the newborn phase especially is very bonding. You rely on each other deeply and it's not always cute or pretty. 

Super grateful 💗
To the best big brother and sister. Cleo is going To the best big brother and sister. Cleo is going to think she has the coolest, smartest, bravest big siblings in the world, and she's not wrong 😉

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Happy 6th birthday to the OG sister! There's no be Happy 6th birthday to the OG sister! There's no better feeling than getting to know the wonderful person she is growing into. We're so proud of this girl!! 6 is going to be a great year 💕
I'd want to sleep all day, too, if I were up every I'd want to sleep all day, too, if I were up every hour last night 🙃🙃 

Outfit @honest 🦋
Anyone see our other kids lately?? 😜 You know, Anyone see our other kids lately?? 😜 You know, it's so funny how some parts of the newborn phase have been like muscle memory and others have been like we've had our first born all over again. 

We were worried about how David and Evy would feel with this new family member but they have been so sweet that it brings tears to my eyes to put it into words. I was especially worried about Ev being supplanted as the youngest but, honestly, being the big sister suits her SO well and I think she's been loving it, too. 

I've also loved getting to experience this again with Josh. The way you band together during the newborn phase especially is very bonding. You rely on each other deeply and it's not always cute or pretty. 

Super grateful 💗
To the best big brother and sister. Cleo is going To the best big brother and sister. Cleo is going to think she has the coolest, smartest, bravest big siblings in the world, and she's not wrong 😉
She's here 🌷 Cleo Renée was born 2 weeks early She's here 🌷 Cleo Renée was born 2 weeks early on Saturday March 11 at 1:52 in the morning. 

Josh and I just had a feeling about that day (Friday), so we kept the kids out of school, went out to breakfast, and just spent our last day together as a family of four. 

My contractions started right after my 38 week appointment that morning and progressed throughout the day until around 4pm when I thought, "Mmk, I'm starting to really need to breathe through these. Better go in."

I was so convinced they were going to turn us away that it really didn't hit me that we were actually going to meet our girl that night until we'd been there for a few hours already. 

Baby girl ended up being 7lbs 15oz and 20in long!

We are all so in love. David and Evy are OBSESSED. A few times their friends have come to the door to ask them to play and they've said they'd rather stay home with the baby 😄

We are so blessed and thankful for this little girl ❤️
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This season of waiting has been weird. But I’m s This season of waiting has been weird. But I’m so grateful for it.

On the one hand, there’s so much to do to get ready for little one to join us—it’s been a while since we’ve had a newborn! I’m spending most of my free time writing and nesting, nesting and writing. 

And then on the other hand, I’m feeling pretty ready to have my body back. And by that, I mean just to be done literally sharing it with another being. You start to miss things after a while like being able to breathe when you lay on your back or not getting indigestion for eating a few grapes. 

Overall, there’s so much to be thankful for. Each little inconvenience is a blessing and I’m happy they’re there. I’ll also be happy when they’re over. For now, I’m just savoring being a mom of “older kids” (8 and going on 6) that can grab their own snacks from time to time and put on their own shoes. We’re going to be heading back to square one in a couple months and I’m sure there’s a lot we’ve forgotten!
Naturally, when we see a need, we rush in to fill Naturally, when we see a need, we rush in to fill it and fix it. On top of this, it’s hard for us to ask for help because we don’t want to be a burden to others. 

But in the process of meeting everyone else’s needs and neglecting our own (especially our need for rest), we often become bitter towards the ones we’re helping.

Instead, one of the best things we can do as a wife or mother is to assess our own needs and make sure to leave space to meet them ourself or to ask for what we need. 

It might be time to rest, help with the next meal, time alone to pray and meditate on God’s word, or allowing yourself to leave a task un-done so you can “selfishly” enjoy a hobby of yours like the rest of your family gets to do. 

In the end, making room to find joy each day may be one of the best things you do for your relationships.
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