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It’s that time of year, friends, and oh do we have some MAJOR goodness in store for you! We’re kicking off a round of five, that’s right…FIVE holiday gift guides and giveaways this month to celebrate the season.
Over the next week we’ll be sharing everything we’re planning on gifting this year; the what, the to who, and the why we’re gifting it, plus we’re giving it all away!! That’s right we’re giving it all away to one lucky winner! Almost everything you see in this picture, customized in colors, sizes and selects, just for one lucky, lucky winner! Well technically 5 lucky winners since we’re doing five guides.
Anyway, check out all the details from Gift Guide Number One below, and of course the giveaway entry form widget. A big thanks to our generous friends at Simply Framed, Williams-Sonoma, Mark & Graham, Ashley Brooke Designs, Emily Ley, One Love Organics, Thimble Press and Daily Harvest for making all of our giveaway dreams come true! Without further adieu, I invite you to check out all of the products below (with shoppable links if you just can’t wait until the giveaway is through!). Good luck, good luck and let’s cheers to a great start to gift guide season! Truly, MKR
It’s an inspirational book that encourages women to simplify and prioritize. Designed with EL’s stunning signature aesthetic, this book gives us tangible ways to simplify our lives to give space to what matters most.
We’d gift this to a friend, sister, cousin, or coworker who does it all.
Simply Framed helps make gifting a whole lot easier this holiday season. Simply send in your art, pick your frame, and receive your custom framed piece, ready to hang on the gallery wall!
We’d gift art to one of those they’ve-got-everything people on our list!
Receive a 10% discount on your custom framing project with code WAITMARTH10. xo
Easily two of our favorite products by One Love Organics, the Skin Dew and Vitamin E Eye Balm are true essentials for your everyday skincare routine. See the difference of all natural products on your skin and tell us you’re not in love, too!!!
We’d gift these to our beauty-obsessed bestie or mother.
An everyday must-have, this gorgeous leather cosmetic case is perfect for keeping makeup, coins and small items in your bag while you run around town…and even better when going wheels-up on your next vacay!
We’d gift these to a sister, friend (or any jet-setter!).
*Giveaway winner will receive a customized cosmetic bag with color of their choice.
These irresistibly easy and delicious ready-to-blend smoothies are a freezer staple for Team WOM. Not only do they taste amazing, they’re packed with all the good stuff we need to be fueled for the day.
We’d gift these to a health-conscious bestie.
*Giveaway winner will receive six smoothies of choice.
Quite possibly THE softest pajamas around, LAKE gives us reason to stay in bed all day long. Classic prints in separates, shorts sets and pants sets have us living in LAKE all year ’round.
We’d gift these to a sister or mother to enjoy our Christmas morning movie marathon!
*Giveaway winner will receive a pajamas set of their choice.
This planner is more than just a planner; it’s a place to track ideas, notes, to-do lists, inspiration, and the random things that fill up any day. It’s the the perfect companion for those of us who also use an online calendar to schedule their lives. It’s the perfect place to be creative, plan and explore!
We’d gift this to a fellow dreamer, hustler and shaker.
Have you noticed how the term “wellness” is pretty popular these days? Every single thing we see and read seems to be about wellness. Not health, but wellness. And over the past year this trend has caused us to ask ourselves what “wellness” honestly looked like for us. You may have noticed the results here on the blog…we’ve delved wellness topics like Ayurveda, all-natural beauty, seasonal eating, superfoods, smudge sticks and even healing crystals. As a result, that research unearthed a surprisingly true passion for “wellness” and led us to a bigger question…how do we keep our wells full?
Here’s what we came up with. Our well is full by focusing on what we put both on and in our bodies. It’s full through the mental and physical goals we strive towards, the relationships we cultivate, the careers we work for, and the daily routines we keep.
Sounds good right? The problem was we knew a lot of you, like us, desired to live a cleaner, calmer, more “all natural solutioned” everyday life. And you, like us wanted an authentic, yet attainable approach to holistic remedies without getting to “woo-woo.” And you, like us, wanted a mind, body and soul approach to wellness, not an approach focused on a number on the scale. And, I guarantee you, like us couldn’t find this place. That is until now. Welcome to the beginning of our latest venture, The Well Code.
On The Well Code, you’ll find the focus is yes, essential oils. But, this my friends is just the beginning. You see our wellness journey really started with oils, so it’s only fitting that that’s where we begin. It’s also fitting since oils are a huge part of both Kat and I’s daily routine, (don’t even get Kat started on Peppermint Oil). But as I said, this is just the beginning. We have plans to launch a complete wellness site early next year, but what that will look like is still taking shape. So for now, we’ll be sharing everything The Well Code right here on the Blog and TWC’s social channels.
So what will we be sharing? Don’t worry what you’ve come to love and expect on WOM will not change, I promise this will not become a wellness only site. In fact, most of you won’t even notice a difference, just a little bit more content with a bit more focus in the wellness category. Content like DIY’s, essential oil food and beauty recipes, essential oil remedies, cleaning and overall well-being. We’ll also be sharing relevant articles, tips and resources for the lifestyle we want to create. A life where all of our wells are full.
And with that we are thrilled to welcome you all to The Well Code. I hope you’ll check out TWC’s main page as well as our FAQ’s page. The FAQ’s are especially helpful to any of you that are new to oils or are just beginning to dip your toe in the oils water. And make sure to sign up for our email newsletter and follow along on Instagramfor our latest projects.
Lastly, to celebrate the exciting launch of The Well Code, we’re giving away* one Essential Oils Premium Starter Kit ($300 value, pictured and discussed in greater length HERE). In the spirit of Small Business Saturday we’re also offering free shipping* (up to $20) to all new members with the purchase of any premium starter kit, this includes the Thieves all natural cleaning kit. The Thieves Kit is great for anyone who may not be into oils, but loves using all natural, chemical free cleaning products!
I guess all that’s left is to say is thank you for always supporting WOM and welcome to The Well Code. We’re so thrilled to have you on this journey with us! Truly, MKR & Kat
*Please note you must not currently be a member of Young Living to be eligible to for the giveaway or free shipping. Please note shipping costs will be refunded back to you after purchase.
One of my favorite things about having my WOM family is experiencing the girls’ milestones with them; it’s fun to feel the feels all over again. Whether they’re getting out of grad school, going through the angst of love, traveling abroad or simply saving for the future, seeing them grow is a reward all in of itself. Like any boss or mentor, I find myself playing the role as sounding board for a handful of hopes and fears, and I try to give my two-cents and advice whenever I can.
So when Capital One reached out, wanting to talk navigating the financial side of car buying, my ears perked up with Kat in mind. Sure, auto loans are something we all get to know at some point or other when buying a new car, but I knew they’d especially be important to Kat right now. As WOM’s Editorial Director, she’s in her late twenties and has recently found herself with her first car out of college, totally paid-off. The first go-around, she had her mom to help her navigate the steps and jargon. And this go-around, she wants to take the process into her own hands, but she’s hesitant on how to move forward. And I mean hesitant; we’ve been talking about it for almost a year now.
I was quick to understand though; car buying can be really stressful. In a decision where you should feel 100% in control, you usually don’t. And I know I certainly felt my hands were tied many times when discussing my options for the loan pay-off. So that’s why I was intrigued to read that Capital One offers an Auto Navigator tool that lets you “test drive” all of the different options for your loan; make and model, term length and most importantly…price.
I did a little digging before sharing with Kat; my father and the Mr. have both taught me something about car buying, and research ahead of time is ALWAYS key. I was pleased to find that you can use the free Auto Navigator tool on your laptop or phone (in your pajamas at home in peace) to search for your dream car based on payment and APR info. And to get started and pre-qualified, you won’t get dinged on your credit score (which is always a good thing). My favorite part is that you can modify and personalize the financing terms before you even get to the dealership…because, seriously, who likes to negotiate that kind of stuff at the dealership? But why I really love this tool, is the before you even get there part I just mentioned. Because if you’re anything like me (hands up) you may let common sense escape you when the prospect of something bright and shiny is on the horizon.
Along with the Auto Navigator tool, I felt we would be amiss if we didn’t share a few other practical tips when looking to make this, or any major financial decision.
One. First things first; before making any financial decision, have an honest conversation with yourself about your personal financial situation. Understand how much you truly can afford in a monthly payment and how that monthly payment will realistically fit in with your other bills.
Two. Do your research, especially if you’re buying used. For a new car, price out your car with all of the bells and whistles, and make sure to ask at least three dealers for the the best price they can give you. For a used car, make sure you understand through research any issues your car type has had in the past and do some digging for fair market value numbers. Also, if buying used, stay away from any cars with CVT; continuously variable transmission. According to numerous manufacturers and experts in their field, this is a system that can be faulty and may lead to trouble down the road.
Three. Lastly, remember that car dealerships are a business, and they need to make a profit to survive. Don’t be afraid to negotiate, but if you get a fair deal for the car you love, then go with it.
Tell me friends, are any of you in the same boat? Have you had a great experience with financing your dream car? We’d love to know! Truly, MKR
Photography, Kathryn McCrary for Waiting on Martha | This post is in collaboration with Capital One, a brand we love and adore. All opinions are 100% our own.
