Boyz 2 Men.....

Image by Chocolate Creative Design

One may be bigger than the other but they are essentially the same thing..

They are adventurers, movers, shakers and dirt makers...

It is extremely hard to find gifts for them

BUT

as long as it has something to do with fire or is a gadget then you are golden..

They are...

Boyz to Men...

1. 

Boys like anything to do with Butts...
It's the honest truth..
These Animal Butt Magnets from ZGallerie will keep them giggling..

2. 

After surviving through 2 hurricanes one cannot have enough flashlights..
This Pull Cord Emergency Flashlight at Restoration Hardware is perfect when the stores run out of batteries...

3.
 Boys eat ALOT..that's just a fact..
So why not have the farmyard help keep all those snacks fresh..
They might even make those boys clean up after themselves..
Animal Farm Chip Clips from Furbish 

4.

Ever sit through dinner with a boy..well good luck...
I am LOVING these placemats...
Maybe just maybe..Mom and Dad could get a word in here or there...
Disguises Paper Placemats from Anthropologie

5.

Like I said earlier...
Boys like Butts...
But they also like sounds...
Always a classic..always a hit..
Whoopee Cushions at Land of Nod..

6.

Star Wars is on the top of every boys list...
but to know the names of the real stars..priceless..
Mini Constellation Map at Restoration Hardware.
Let's not even go into that it glows in the dark!

7.

Boys LOVE adventure...
So what's better than scratching off all the places they've been to?!
Scratch Map at Uncommon Goods

8.

Marbles are the key to every boys heart..
Whether they swallow them, roll them across the floor for you to trip on or create toilet paper roll tracks for them..
The Extreme Wall Stunt Wall Coaster at Uncommon Goods can make ANY wall into a marble roller coaster..

9.

There hasn't been a Lego that I haven't stepped on 
BUT 
these mini figures (if you can find them!) are a staple EVERY year.

10.

Keeping dirty hands out of the ice maker or ice being dumped all over the floor surely is a tricky one...
but with these Sub Zero Reusable Ice Cubes at CB2 you might just have a chance.
Who knows..
they will probably end up in the bathtub...

11.

This has got to be THE most perfect gift...
Santa has already ordered one for each of the Wesson Family members..Custom Krazy Straws...
Sadly, they only let you have 5 letters but since all 3 of us will never find a pencil or a mug with our name on it...
this is perfect.

12.

Stickers that are removable and that glow in the dark...
Sign me up..
Nightlights from Wall Candy at 2Modern 

13.

It's not easy keeping up with the shoes and clothes and toys that are strewn around the room making the perfect path from the door to the couch...
Hopefully this baby will get them organized and teach them responsibility. Since mine is money motivated...
I am banking on that this will work..
Kid's Responsibility Board at Uncommon Goods

Wallpaper: Scrapwood Wallpaper at Anthropologie

1.
I'm not sure how well this keyboard cleans up but it's absolutely GORGEOUS!!
Bamboo Keyboard and Mouse at Anthropologie


2.
Men LOVE fire so what's better than being able to carry your own fire...anywhere!
Bonfire Log at Terrain 

3.
What guy doesn't want to videotape himself skydiving?
Well apparently this is THE camera to do it with..
GoPro Video Camera

4.
 It's not just boys that you have to worry about poking their eyes out...
Guys might be a little safer with this German technology...
German Goggles at Restoration Hardware


5.
Even if they don't drink...
A man should ALWAYS know to mix a good cocktail...
at least I know James Bond would agree with me.
Cocktail Book at Restoration Hardware.  

6.
With an extra-tall husband...ties can be quite hard to find...
why not a bow tie...
and if a bow tie...it should ALWAYS be a Forage.. 


7.
When you are married to a fisherman then you know at some point something's going in the drink...
Thankfully this Outdoor Technology Waterproof iphone Case will keep the phone dry..
at Urban Outfitters

8.
There is nothing more masculine than a leather iphone cover...
at Restoration Hardware
  
9.
They may have the Bonfire log but I bet they forgot the matches...
No worries..
This Swedish Fire steel can start a fire anytime..anywhere..
at Restoration Hardware

Wallpaper: Metallic Stag Wallpaper at Anthropologie 

Whale of a Dad...

Father's Day is rapidly approaching and I dare say that it is always tough finding something for the Tall One. If only I could purchase a Grady White with center console that would take him out to the Reefs to fish, then I would be set for life!

Clothes are impossible to find....

Being  a mere 6'7" makes it quite hard to find a decent tie...

Luckily..way back in 2000, Vineyard Vines solved that problem for our wedding!

Sooo..since the Tall One has been on a "Get in Shape" kick and has been looking like a hot tamale..

I think he would appreciate these Pattern Fish Board shorts from Vineyard Vines..

 I also have a deep sinking feeling that Mr. Lil Hoot will be wearing these Mermaid Trunks in Pink, 

if his ladies get their way...

and if I know my ladies..

They will..

Holiday Gift Guide Day 3 Men by Margaret Farrell

It all started with a simple knock on the door at a small apartment complex in little ole Salem, Virginia. Little did I know at the time, how important this person would be in my life. From College came the trek to the Big Apple where we had the times of our lives. Sadly, time, a move, a husband, a baby and her in Law School kept us apart but it wasn't long before there was that simple knock at the door. Twenty-one years later, Miss Margaret Farrell (fondly known as Auntie Egg and actually has her OWN room in our house)is positively and absolutely one of my dearest and closest friends. During our time apart, she became a lawyer and quickly started working in the D.A.'s office in Suffolk County, NY. I couldn't be prouder of her. Seriously though, how lucky am I that I have a truly honest lawyer at my fingertips? She is always one to help out another in times of need and without even meeting and without question, has helped out some of my friends, including Miss True. She is one of the most exciting people I know. She reminds me of NYC, as you never know what type of adventure you might be in for..And Even though she's off saving the world and keeping our streets safe, she always has time to play, giggle and love the monster. She never ceases to amaze me and whatever she touches seems to turn to gold. She is my rock, my cheering section and creative consort. She even has bewitched the monster.

Right now, she has braved the elements and has finally decided to go off on her own by starting Farrell Law.

Being a woman in a man based field, I can attest that this woman knows men...

So without further interruptions..The Fabulous Margaret Farrell

"As Lucinda so aptly wrote ... Without change there would be no butterflies.  2010 has been a year of metamorphosis for this lady lawyer; I made the decision it was time to leave my nest in the District Attorney’s Office, spread my wings and fly into the wonderful world of private practice. My wings sparkle with glitter, and there are so many people who have been the glue to guide my path so I can follow the fireflies to places where my heart and mind flourish.

So, when asked to participate in this amazing Holiday Gift Guide, I fluttered with sheer joy.  What a cool way to say thank you to my family and friends who have been steadfast supporters while I follow my dreams.  Without saying, the ladies have been my inspiration..and the men in my life...well each one has been incredibly wonderful. I adore a gentleman and realize I am one lucky gal to have so many in my life who never cease to amaze me.  They give great advice, guide me down unknown paths illuminating the way for me so that I don’t get hurt, include me in golf outings, ask me to second chair serious civil trials, give me a wonderful home, make me feel a part of the gang and most of all they make me laugh."  

1.Custom Portrait by Keith Driscoll

2. Cabelas 7 in 1 Cooker/Smoker

3.Helly Hansen Rain Parka at Cabelas

4. Salmon at VitalChoice

5.Bordeaux Gift Set at Sokolin

6.WEstern Digital 2TB Hard Drive at PC Richard

7.Polaroid Instant Digital Camera at B&H

8.Johnnie Walker Sampler at Scotchlovers

9. L.L. Bean Fatwood

10.Bolle Golf Sunglasses at Optics Planet

11.Leupold Digital Golf Laser at Optics Planet

12. Martin Driscoll Paintings

Be sure to check out 
www.farrellaw.com – coming January 2011