Christmas Gift Guide

Hear all about our Christmas traditions and see a few of our favorite Christmas gift guides!

This post contains affiliate links, but as always all oppinions are my own. 

Our Christmas Traditions

Christmas is just a few short weeks away! It's always been one of my favorite holidays because it's full of good memories. I remember growing up and counting down the days until Christmas Eve. In my family, Christmas Eve was the big day. We would all gather together at my grandma's house, open Christmas pajamas, make cinnamon ornaments, and eat delicious food!What are your Christmas Eve traditions?This year my kids are all old enough to really get into the Christmas spirit. They're even counting down the days to Christmas Eve like I used to!This Christmas is going to be very special for our family. It's our first year hosting! It's intimidating, but so exciting. My husband and I have been going through the menu, activities, Christmas Eve celebrations, decorations, and presents!I feel like I'm more excited about hosting than I am about Christmas day! I guess that means I'm officially an adult now.As we've been planning, I've put together a few lists or our favorite must haves! Check them out and see which ones are your favorite!

Christmas Eve Gifts!

The Nativity Story MovieRudolph The Red Nose Reindeer FigurinesHot Cocoa MugsKid's Nativity SetTrainInflatable SantaSanta Cookies and Milk SetPersonalized OrnamentsChristmas PajamasStockings

Christmas Activity Gifts!

Elf On The ShelfChristmas Edition Of Bean BoozledSpot ItNightmare Before Christmas ClueA Christmas Story Board GameReindeer PopperFelt Christmas TreeChristmas Activity BookGingerbread House SetLetters For Santa

Moana Maui the Demigod's Kakamora Adventure

Moana Coloring Book

Maui Magical Fish Hook

Hei Hei Plush

Moana Adventure Collection

Swing and Sounds Maui

Moana Canoe and Friends

Moana Doll

Moana's Magical Seashell Necklace

Moana Bedding

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Diwali Gift GuideTravel Gift Guide

Your Complete Guide To Diwali And A Few Must Haves

As a multicultural family, it can be hard to present both cultures to our children and family. There are so many aspects of our culture and it can feel impossible sometimes for couples to highlight everything that's important about it.Whether you are an expat or a multicultural family, one way you can feel connected to your culture is by celebrating important holidays you grew up with.Diwali is quickly approaching and today I want to break it down so you can teach your family about this beautiful holiday and maybe even celebrate it as well!

Diwali: The Festival Of Lights

Diwali is one of the biggest holidays celebrated in India. It's known as the Festival of Lights. This holiday is all about the victory of good over evil.There are five days of Diwali and in addition to different religious ceremonies, there are different things families do on each day.Day One: The first day of Diwali is spent cleaning your home and purchasing a lavish gold or silver item for your home. This is the prefect day to look through your home and purge anything you don't need. Think of it as your day of spring cleaning then you treat yourself with something nice.After your home is cleaned, you can decorate with rangolis! They are a beautiful design made in front of your home.Day Two: This is the day to exchange sweets with your friends and family. You used to have to stay home on this day and relax, but it's changed a bit over the years. You can also continue to make rangoli designs.Day Three: This is the day to light all of your diyas, lamps, and festive lights. Most families also attend their local churches and then go home and light fireworks to celebrate!Day Four: This is the day couples celebrate their love and give gifts to each other.Day Five: Day five is such a special day. Sisters invite their brothers to their home, make them a big meal, and pray for them.

Diwali Must Haves

Here are a few Diwali items you should be sure to pick up this year! My kids and I sat down and made a list of our favorites!

1. Happy Diwali Cards
2. Rangoli Stencils
3. Sari Patchwork Throw Pillows
4. Votive Candle Holders
5. Lantern
6. The Diwali Gift Book
7. Diya Candle Holder

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AIW Tribe Mother's Day Gift Guide

Mother's Day is almost here! A day entirely devoted to the woman that took care of you, selflessly your whole life. They spend all of their time and energy on you, making sure you're happy and taken care of. You have one day a year to completely obsess over them and thank them for everything. Check out the AIW Tribe Mother's Day Gift Guide and pick one or a few gifts to spoil them with!

Funny Gifts:

1. "I Love How We All Know I'm Your Favorite Child" Coffee Mug
2. "What I Love About Mom" Fill In The Blank Book
3. "Mama Saur" Shirt
4. "Go Away" Coffee Mug

Spoil Her Gifts:

1. Mother's Day Coloring Book
2. Bath Bomb Set
3. Ghirardelli Chocolate Basket
4. Family Tree Frame
5. Burt's Bees Set
6. Scarf

Best Kid Ever Gifts

1. Fit Bit
2. Kindle
3. Rebecca Minkoff Tote Bag
4. Roomba

Holiday Gift Guide From Around The World

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It’s that time of year. Parents are looking for a good gift guide. Children are writing down their Christmas lists and getting excited about what they’ll get! They usually have A LOT of ideas about what they want. My kids are adding to their lists every day! As of right now, it's full of Avenger's toys, costumes, video games, and candy.. 

 

I put together a HUGE gift guide for you and your family.

 

I’ve added some traditional East Indian accessories, amazing children’s books from around the world, my top books, and some MUST haves in the kitchen. 

 

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Traditional Accessories/Clothing- Gift Guide

 

I love Indian accessories. I've been blessed with so many items from my in laws when they go and visit India. Here are a few items you can get for yourself or a loved one without having to leave the country! I even threw in a few Indian outfits! 

• Bangles
• Necklace And Earring Set
• Ankle Bracelets
• Earrings 
• Pink Kurta
• Red Kurta

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Children’s Books About The World- Gift Guide

 

We LOVE reading in our house. One thing we try to do is expose our children to books from around the world. Here are a few children's books that will liven up your children's book selections!

• Drum 
• How Tiger Got His Stripes: A Folktale From Vietnam
• The Clever Monkey: A Folktale From West Africa
• When The Sky Is Far Away: A Nigerian Folktale
• Nelson Mandela's Favorite African Folktales
• The Well Of Truth: A Folktale From Egypt
• We’re Sailing Down The Nile
• The Green Frogs: A Korean Folktale
• Anansi and the Tug O' War
• Mama Panya’s Pancakes
• The Story Of Little Babaji
• The Boy And The Tigers

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Books For Adults- Gift Guide

 

Don't worry, I wasn't going to forget about you! Here are a few of my favorite books! They are full of inspirational stories of men, women, and children. You're bound to have some down time over the holidays, be sure to pick up one of these!

• I Am Malala 
• The Secret Life Of Bees
• The Help
• The Kite Runner
• Life Of Pi
• The Book Thief
• The Boy In The Striped Pajamas
• Unbroken

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Cooking- Gift Guide

 

Do you enjoy cooking or do it enough you want to make it a little easier? Here are some MUST haves in the kitchen and I even threw in my favorite chai tea! 

• Chai
• Mortar And Pestle
• Pressure Cooker
• Bamboo Spice Jars
• 16 Ounce Mason Jars
• 4 Ounce Mason Jars
• Chalkboard Labels For Jars With Pen
• Cast Iron Dutch Oven
• Rice Cooker
• Spice Grinder
• Food Processor 

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