Lobster for Dinner?

Thinking of having an outstanding dinner with lobster as your main entree. Why not make the presentation of the meal complete by serving on our lobster dinnerware?

Yesterday I had the privilege of assisting a client with her questions regarding pieces from our lobster dinnerware collection of dishes. We discussed how messy lobster can be when eating. One of the questions was "What to do with the shells?" http://www.giftsetc.com/ has the perfect solution it is a piece we have been selling for years the Lobster serving bowl # 5943D015. This bowl is perfect to be placed in the center of the table for approximately four quest to use to place the discarded shells as they eat their lobster. The bowl can also be used for serving salad or something as simple as popcorn or chips.

The second questions we discussed was "How to accommodate the service of lobster so that you do not get water all over your table?" . Our recommendation is using the 14" Lobster Platter as a serving piece for each person (it would be used as their plate since lobster really does not fit well on a standard size dinner plate). The lobster can be placed across the center of the platter and you have room to add lettuce for garnishing along with steamed potatoes and lemon wedges. The platter is large enough that the lobster does not hang over the plate and drip water onto your table. The lobster platter can also be used to serve fish, shrimp or any other item of your choice.

Not only do these pieces add style to any presentation of food but they are convenient to use. All of the lobster dinnerware collection is dishwasher and microwave safe and must for our busy lifestyles. As always we are happy to answer any questions you may have regarding our products. I am here Monday to Friday, 9:30 to 5:00 and will personally take your call just ask for Marilynn.


Happy gift giving even if it is a gift to yourself!


Sincerely,

Marilynn
http://www.giftsetc.com/

March is Women's History Month

As modern American women we often look for inspiration. We look to other women whose life story can provide encouragement, guidance and that all important proof that we can make it. We can survive. In our search we often look to those who we believe have idealist lives; these include women who are political figures, media moguls, and entertainment icons. However often the greatest women whose stories can provide inspiration are those found when we look back in history, to those women that were not famous, were not wealthy, but were ordinary women placed in unbelievable situations.

Stories of great inspiration can be found in those women who lived during the times of the American Revolution. Elizabeth Hill Halbert was born on Sept 18, 1747 in Caroline County, Virginia. She married John Halbert in 1765 of Essex County, Virginia. By the time of the American Revolution, Elizabeth and John already had two children. During her third pregnancy; John was away participating in the Revolutionary War. Elizabeth gave birth to her third child without her husband by her side, without the use of modern drugs and without the comforts of modern conveniences including running water, inside bathroom faculties, air conditioning and heating. Three days after delivering her baby she was ?visited? by her neighbors who were Troyes?s. They opposed the war, and freedom from England. They held her at gun point. While having a shotgun held to her head she watched her home being destroyed. Her own neighbors took her possession down to the mattress ticking of her bed where she had given birth just three days before. She was without her husband, without the assistance of good neighbors, with no furnishing or necessities and three small children. Just think she lived in a time without 911 and without modern communications. She had to pull herself together. She had to be strong without the help of reading the latest blog postings or self help book. She had to do this without her husband, who was way fighting for their freedom. You have to wonder what she did. Did she pray? Did she cry out?

What we do know is she survived. Her husband returned from the war. They had four additional children and lived as a family in their new country, the United States of America. Her story was told from one generation to the next and was accepted in 1904 by the Daughters of the American Revolution. Elizabeth Hill Halbert?s name was placed into the Daughters of the American Revolution?s Registry of Patriots. Her story has been recorded in history for those who read it to be inspired. Her story clearly shows in spite of our current situations we are so blessed to be Americans in a free country, a country for which she and her family sacrificed. Her story is that of inspiration of the everyday life that lived through incredible times and events.

In Honor of all Women who have serve as inspiration use this coupon code 25USA and receive 25% on any American item on orders placed during the month of March 2010.

Happy gift giving even if it is a gift to yourself!

Sincerely,
Marilynn

Red Hat and Purple Dress or was it a Purple Hat and Red Coat?

Our website, http://www.giftsetc.com/ has sold red hat products for several years. It has been our pleasure to assist clients with products for either their red hat collections or for their fellow red hat friends. Even though I have sold these items (We have really nice porcelain gifts available with two different patterns and jewelry.) I really never wanted to identify myself with this group of distinguished ladies due to the age associated with membership to the group As each year passes I realize those red hat years are approaching.

Today, I embraced the thought and understood the purpose of the red hat or in my case the purple hat. Wearing a red hat and a purple dress is to symbolize doing as you please. Your actions are not mean spirited or filled with anger; your actions are just as you please.

This morning as walking my dog, Mollee, I realized as cars drove pass my yard I was the lady in the long red coat, light blue jogging pants and purple fleece cap. I was dressed in just the reverse of the red hat and purple dress and I really did not care at that moment. I was warm. So now when I process an order for red hat products I can smile and laugh to myself. I still have a few years left to reach the official membership requirements but I understand and appreciated the meaning so much more.

Happy gift giving even if it is a gift to yourself!

Sincerely,
Marilynn
www.giftsetc.com

Scottish Terrier Breed Proudcts and More

What fun it is for all pet lovers especially dog enthusiast to get the results of the Westminster Kennel Club Championship Show. Congratulations for Best of Show this year goes to a Scottish Terrier, named "Sadie". What a win for the Scottish Terrier bread and all of those associated with the 2010 Best of Show Champion dog. It is amazing how many terriers have won the Best of Breed Championship in the history of Westminster. 44 terriers have been victorious as Best of Show Champion over the134 year history of the Westminster show. Maybe it is their cute and lively personalized that really shows in the competition.

As a pet owner it has been so much fun to offer pet themed products on our http://www.giftsetc.com/ site over the years. I love dogs but must admit dachshunds (after all I have Miss Mollee who comes to work with me) and Labradors have a special place in my heart. We have a wonderful collection of pet themed gifts which include a large selection of breed specific patterns available on a variety of home accessory. We also have a collection of breed specific jewelry items. The Scottish Terrier design is featured on one of our most popular style coffee mugs on our site; we also offer affordable Scotty earrings and a Scotty charm perfect for charm bracelets or worn on a chain for a Scotty necklace.

All orders placed during the month of February for any pet related item get a special offer free gift or Laginappe. You can preview the gift - it was selected in honor the the Westminster Show.

Happy gift giving even if it is a gift to your self or maybe your dog!

Sincerely,

Marilynn Jane

Wear the COLORS

Mardi Gras is Tuesday, Feb 16th 2010; that is tomorrow! Wear the official colors of Mardi Gras - Purple, Green and Gold with any of our Mardi Gras Jewelry. The nice thing about our jewelry is it can be worn all year long to remind you of happy carnival memories.

Each of the three colors has it own symbolic meaning. Purple represents Justice, Green represents Faith and Gold represents Power. These have been the colors for Mardi Gras since 1872 when selected by King of Carnival, Rex. Carnival is a fun filled season before the start of Lent on Ash Wednesday. Lassiez Bons Temps Roule!

Happy Mardi Gras and happy gift giving even if it is a gift to yourself.
Sincerely,
Marilynn

Mardi Gras is Next Week

Mardi Gras Day is next Tuesday, February 16th and what a fun and festive season it has been especially with the Saints Super Bowl victory. It is not too late to order last minute favors and gifts to give. Our fleur de lis key ring and pin, make wonderful office gifts to share with co works on Mardi Gras Day all are economically priced under $5.00. These items can ship either the same day or next day. If you need these for Mardi Gras please note on your order in the comment section and we will follow up with you if a service other than ground is needed so that your products reach you by next Tuesday.


Happy gift giving even if it is a gift to yourself.

Happy Mardi Gras

Sincerely,

Marilynn



PS: these items make great favors wedding guest too!

Fleur De Lis - YES!!!

What a day in history we witnessed yesterday, THE SAINTS WON THE SUPERBOWL! I have watched the Saints play football all my life and have watched their win yesterday on television; the unbelievable happened! It is not only exciting for the city of New Orleans but the entire State of Louisiana. We now know what it is to have our team win the Superbowl - what Joy, Fun and Excitment. Today I look at my Fleur de Lis items with greater pride and joy in my heart. Not only does the Fleur De Lis symbolize my French hertiage but now the symbol of the Superbowl champs. In honor of their historic win we are offering a special collector tin featuring the fleur de lis symbol with the purchase of either the gold or silver Fleur de Lis lapel pin style #LPP113*.

Happy gift giving even if it is a gift to yourself and congratulations to the Saints and their loyal fans who have followed the team for decades!

Sincerely,

Marilynn Jane

http://www.giftsetc.com/

*Free tins are available while supplies last.