Time to Celebrate HERstory!

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com. 

Since we just finished celebrating International Women’s Day, why not continue HERstory with some gifts for the superwoman in your life (or maybe for yourself!)?! A few weeks ago I received a box full of goodies that are exactly what I needed but didn’t purchase for myself. My latest Babbleboxx was spot on with some great new reads, a watch (I was in desperate need of one!), new stylish and comfy shoes, facial cleanser, cocktail mixer and a massage. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate my birthday month! 🙂

Harlequin Books

I am an avid reader and I seriously wish I had more time to read for pleasure, but as a mom of 3 active boys, it’s not as often as I would like. Instead, I squeeze it in while I’m waiting for appointments, in the school pick-up line, or before bed! I was pumped to get a selection of books from Harlequin that feature strong female protagonists, tales about love and friendship and other stories of female empowerment.

savage news by jessica yellin

Savage news is authored by former CNN Chief White House correspondent Jessica Yellin and I just finished it. I have a MUCH better understanding of the challenges faced by female broadcasters now and I love how Yellin delivers the message along with a healthy dose of humor and a little romance!

honey bus by Meredith may

I’ve always been fascinated by beekeeping, so I couldn’t wait to crack open this novel! Honey Bus is a creative blend of memoir and the art of beekeeping, weaving a tale of finding home with the help of a tiny bee. This book will show you how much we can really learn about family, community, loyalty, and survival from a colony of bees narrated told through the author’s childhood relationship with her beekeeping grandfather. It’s a great read!

how we disappeared by jing-jing lee

Set in Singapore in 1942, this novel is a very moving story about a young woman who is kidnapped and forced into sexual slavery. The story follows her through her life as the experience continues to haunt her and she finally reveals her secret to her grandson who sets off on a mission to uncover the real story. If you love historical fiction, you will REALLY enjoy this book and its heartbreaking narrative.

#strongwomenread sweepstakes

Harlequin is currently running a #StrongWomenRead sweepstakes that features an AWESOME prize pack including 6 Harlequin books for women and swag that includes a scarf, sleep mask, reading socks, a cosmetic bag and pen. Click HERE for more information and to enter!

hand & stone massage

Massage– do I need to say more?! A massage is something that I love to indulge in whenever I have the chance, so to say that I was excited when I had the opportunity to visit a Hand & Stone spa for a Swedish massage is a BIT of an understatement. I enjoyed a 50-minute Swedish massage on a heated table and left in a VERY relaxed state. I love that Hand & Stone allows you to customize your spa experience by adding aromatherapy, scalp massage, hot stones or anything else you would want to make it exactly what you want! The staff was extremely friendly and helpful.

In addition to massage services, Hand & Stone offers facials and hair removal services, so it’s a one-stop shop for self-care and pampering! Hand & Stone is open seven days a week with extended hours, so you can even visit after a long workday. You can take advantage of their membership services and enjoy an introductory massage for $49 or $59 (depending on your location).

Earth Shoes

I have worn Earth Shoes for years (my favorite pair of short boots are Earth Shoes!) and they have some beautiful shoes available for spring! I have had issues with my feet forever, so I’m very careful with the shoes that I wear day in and day out. I’m on my feet a lot, so heel to toe cushioning and great arch support are a MUST.

Not only are these shoes super comfy but Earth Shoes is also a very socially conscious company and that’s very important to me. For each pair of Earth Shoes purchased, a tree is planted. I am loving the Rosewood clove style I received. They are comfy, casual shoes that are perfect for everyday wear and who doesn’t love a slip-on?

Knours Skincare

As a woman who has always had issues with her skin, I’m constantly on the lookout for skincare products that are effective AND natural and cruelty-free. As women, hormones can definitely affect how our skin appears on any given day of the month, and Knours is a hormonal skincare line created specifically to help us with this issue! This clean beauty line is EWG Verified™ and cruelty-free.

The Your Only cleanser is an oil to foam formula that helps remove makeup and clean your skin. You rub the the cleanser on dry skin and then wet hands and lather. Rinse and dry and you’re ready to go. I love that my skin felt clean but not overly dry and it did a GREAT job removing foundation!

Casio g-shock s series

This is my second Casio G-Shock watch and they make the best watches for active women! I’m in love with the colors on this model! This S Series timepiece is navy with rose gold metallic accents on the watch face. It’s a beautiful color combo! With the G-Shock toughness, it’s great for any of your workout and fitness activities but is stylish enough to wear to work too!

The watch is water resistant to 200M, has an LED light, 4 daily alarms and a stopwatch and countdown timer. You can find out more about the G-Shock S Series and how to grab your own HERE.

Root crafted cocktail mixers

These cocktail mixers are delish! Made with natural organic ingredients, they are super easy to mix– just 2 parts ROOT and 1 part spirit of choice. Mix and enjoy– that’s it! We got to taste the Lemongrass flavor and it did not disappoint. I can guarantee that if you serve up these all natural crafted cocktails at your next dinner party or girls night out (after all, they were created by two moms!), they will be a hit. You can order them on Amazon Prime now, so they can be here for the weekend!

Now off to continue reading one of the books in the box– Savage New by Jessica Yellin!