Still a bit of winter left ❄️ Justin got me th Still a bit of winter left ❄️ Justin got me this coat for Christmas and it is my current favorite piece in my closet. I got inspired on Pinterest and mixed it with this houndstooth pant and two toned shoe. I’m working on a post of my ‘closet must haves’ and a tan shoe with a black toe box is top on that list. What is something you think everyone needs in their closet??
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It’s National Polka Dot Day! The high holy day It’s National Polka Dot Day!  The high holy day of Marylin, Minnie Mouse, Lucille Ball and Me!  On the blog I found 50 polka dot items that make me smile. Check it out. Link in bio!! 
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The word of the day is monochromatic. Yesterday’ The word of the day is monochromatic. Yesterday’s inauguration had the ladies all serving iconic monochromatic looks. I read a meme that said the group text must have read, jewel tones. I love when politics and fashion collide. Tell me what was your favorite color combo yesterday?  Mine was 100% @michelleobama. Currently searching for a big belt 👀
We finished our @kreweofhousefloats this weekend. We finished our @kreweofhousefloats this weekend. I present Krewe De King: A View of the Avenue Bead Trees on the Northshore. We represent both the Sidewalk Side and the Neutral Ground side! 💜💚💛Krewe of House Floats  maps will be available online February 1st!  We can’t wait to get out and see all the houses in person!!
One of my goals this year is to be better with kee One of my goals this year is to be better with keeping up with sales. This week @target has 30% off dresses in the circle app and they just released several new spring dresses. Check out my round up on @liketoknow.it
Most mornings I wake up and I write something. Usu Most mornings I wake up and I write something. Usually how I am feeling or something I am thinking of. I wanted to share what I wrote this morning. 

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It is surreal that in 2021 this needs to be said but today in feels important to make it clear that white supremacy is wrong. There are moments in your life where your eyes are opened and you see that the world is not what you thought it was. But you have to choose to see it. It is possible for us to keep our eyes closed and pretend these atrocities don’t exist. And that is wrong. 

My eyes were opened a long time ago but this past year they are wide open. I made a choice to see. I made a choice to acknowledge. I would encourage you today to do something to educate yourself. Something to open your own eyes. Something to see beyond your own circumstances and the world that you personally live in.
It’s game day 🖤💛 We are going to get some It’s game day 🖤💛 We are going to get some @popeyeslouisianakitchen because, superstitions. Also on the menu gumbo, jambalaya and pimento cheese dip. What is your game day go to?
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It never fails. Every January I’m freezing becau It never fails. Every January I’m freezing because I forget how cold and wet January is. I rounded up a few cute options from @perfectlypriscillaboutique that will make your winter cozy and warm. Check it out. Link in bio. 
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At Home, Holiday, Life, Seasonal Guide, Shopping · October 24, 2018

Holiday – Ten Non-Toy Gifts

Whether it is Christmas or birthdays my kids are at the age where they get a lot of toys as gifts.  We love toys and my boys play with their toys frequently but we do get overloaded at times.  As a family we have started doing outings rather than gifts for birthdays and other big events so I am trying to put the same practice in at Christmas.

Over the past several years I have listened to many friends talk about wanting family gifts for Christmas or experiences rather than toys.  The truth is there are a lot of options beyond traditional toys and your family will probably appreciate them more.

I wrote this post last year and decided to update it with a few new ideas!

Photography

Family pictures are a treasure!  Everyone loves getting a sweet Christmas card in the mail or a framed family picture as a Christmas Gift.  Our walls are lined with pictures of the boys.   Booking a photography session for your family or a family on your Christmas list would be a great pre Christmas gift.  

King's Family Picture

Subscription Boxes

We did this for my cousins children last year and they loved it. Many of the boxes are categorized for ages so you can make sure it is an age appropriate gift for the recipient. I did a quick google search for the ones that I wanted but Cratejoy really is a one stop shop. They are the current search engine for subscription boxes. The ones I purchased last year were offered for multiple months in a row so each child received their initial box and then another one about two months later. Keep the Christmas fun going!

Sports

As the mom of three boys I am here to tell you that sports are expensive.  There is the initial cost of participating and then the major cost is in the equipment.  The first year is typically the most expensive and where a family would love a little support.  Especially if they have older kids who may want a specific kind of bat or helmet that may be over their budget.  Paying the entry fees would always be appreciated but if you want to give them an actual gift on Christmas day think about things like equipment and uniforms that they can open and enjoy.

Classes and Camps

Art and music lessons can be a great creative outlet for kids and most schools don’t have large programs for these anymore. Families are booking lessons privately and this could be a fun way to invest in a child’s hobby or talent. Many of the private art and music schools in our area offer weekly classes but also camps over holidays and in the summer. If you have a budding musician or artist in your family this may be right up their ally.

Memberships

Going to the Zoo or the Aquarium regularly is so much fun!  Having a membership allows you to pop in and out and not feel like you have to spend the whole day there to get your money’s worth.  Most memberships you only have to go once or twice to make them worth it.  Places like the Louisiana Children’s Museum and Children’s Museum of St. Tammany offer memberships and little perks for members when they attend.

Movie or Ice Cream Gift Certificates

My kids love to go to the movies and out for sweets.  Recently they have also started to enjoy going to the movies as a family.  Gift cards to go out to the movies and have dinner, like at the movie tavern, would be an excellent choice.  Also, ice cream nights or restaurant gift certificates so the family can go and do something all together.  Places like Nan’s New Orleans Café have ice cream right next door!  Also, have you been to Sweet Idea?  Total treat for our entire family!

Meals

Do you have a family in your life that loves to cook?  Think about a meal delivery service that the whole family can participate in.  Services like Hello Fresh and Blue Apron have great plans that will allow a family to involve everyone to prepare a meal.  Similar to the subscription boxes these can be ordered months in advance so the family can enjoy them for Christmas a beyond.

Event Tickets

Ballet, symphony, theater, sports, concert, festivals…  The list is endless!  We love doing things as a family and having nights out and this would be the perfect gift for the adventurous family in you life. The Saenger Theater has a variety of musicals and other events.

New Room

Think about a way that you could buy gifts that will help build or decorate a new room for a niece or nephew.  Blankets and sheets and comforters or even wall art.  This could be an opportunity to work out a surprise with their parents or take them shopping and use it as a bonding experience.  Check out Moon Blossom Art the next time you are looking for something different and fun to decorate a room!

Family Basket

These could be fun to build and be as complicated or as easy as you want them to be.  Movie Night with a DVD or gift certificate to red box (do people still do that?) or netflix and popcorn, candy and trimmings.  The list would be endless when you identify what the family is into.  Baking.  Camping.  Grilling.  Fishing.  I can go on and on.

Christmas doesn’t have to be all about the toys this year so reach out to the people on your list and see if they would rather a family gift and minimize the amount of toys rolling in the house.

Editors Note:  This post was originally published in September 2017 and has been completely updated 11/16/19.

In: At Home, Holiday, Life, Seasonal Guide, Shopping · Tagged: christmas, christmas 2017, christmas 2018, christmas gifts, christmas holiday, christmas shopping, christmas shopping 2017, family gifts, family presents, holiday, non-toy ideas, revamp, tiffany king, tiffany morgan king, updated, we five kings, we five kings blog, we five kings holiday

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Still a bit of winter left ❄️ Justin got me th Still a bit of winter left ❄️ Justin got me this coat for Christmas and it is my current favorite piece in my closet. I got inspired on Pinterest and mixed it with this houndstooth pant and two toned shoe. I’m working on a post of my ‘closet must haves’ and a tan shoe with a black toe box is top on that list. What is something you think everyone needs in their closet??
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Shop my daily looks on @liketoknow.it 
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#patternmixing #patternmixing101 #patternmixingfun #ltk #ltkseasonal #ltkvday #ltkoutfit #ltkouterwear #modcloth #winterlooks #louisianablogger
It’s National Polka Dot Day! The high holy day It’s National Polka Dot Day!  The high holy day of Marylin, Minnie Mouse, Lucille Ball and Me!  On the blog I found 50 polka dot items that make me smile. Check it out. Link in bio!! 
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You can shop this outfit and my daily looks in the @liketoknow.it app.
The word of the day is monochromatic. Yesterday’ The word of the day is monochromatic. Yesterday’s inauguration had the ladies all serving iconic monochromatic looks. I read a meme that said the group text must have read, jewel tones. I love when politics and fashion collide. Tell me what was your favorite color combo yesterday?  Mine was 100% @michelleobama. Currently searching for a big belt 👀
We finished our @kreweofhousefloats this weekend. We finished our @kreweofhousefloats this weekend. I present Krewe De King: A View of the Avenue Bead Trees on the Northshore. We represent both the Sidewalk Side and the Neutral Ground side! 💜💚💛Krewe of House Floats  maps will be available online February 1st!  We can’t wait to get out and see all the houses in person!!
One of my goals this year is to be better with kee One of my goals this year is to be better with keeping up with sales. This week @target has 30% off dresses in the circle app and they just released several new spring dresses. Check out my round up on @liketoknow.it
Most mornings I wake up and I write something. Usu Most mornings I wake up and I write something. Usually how I am feeling or something I am thinking of. I wanted to share what I wrote this morning. 

Monday

It is surreal that in 2021 this needs to be said but today in feels important to make it clear that white supremacy is wrong. There are moments in your life where your eyes are opened and you see that the world is not what you thought it was. But you have to choose to see it. It is possible for us to keep our eyes closed and pretend these atrocities don’t exist. And that is wrong. 

My eyes were opened a long time ago but this past year they are wide open. I made a choice to see. I made a choice to acknowledge. I would encourage you today to do something to educate yourself. Something to open your own eyes. Something to see beyond your own circumstances and the world that you personally live in.
It’s game day 🖤💛 We are going to get some It’s game day 🖤💛 We are going to get some @popeyeslouisianakitchen because, superstitions. Also on the menu gumbo, jambalaya and pimento cheese dip. What is your game day go to?
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Sweater is @sparklecity.co. 
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#gameday #saints #saintsfootball #sundayfunday #sundayvibes #gamedayfood #gamedayready #blackandgoldsuperbowl #louisianablogger #nolablogger #la_bloggers
It never fails. Every January I’m freezing becau It never fails. Every January I’m freezing because I forget how cold and wet January is. I rounded up a few cute options from @perfectlypriscillaboutique that will make your winter cozy and warm. Check it out. Link in bio. 
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#winterstyle #winterfashion #sweaterdress #sweaterweather #sweaters #Blog #blogger #bloggerstyle #bloggerswithcurves #plussizeblogger #sizeinclusivefashion #januaryweather
It’s National Hat Day 👒 . . Bonus this dress/ It’s National Hat Day 👒
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Bonus this dress/vest is still on sale at @shopburu. Check it out on my @liketoknow.it
After the holiday decor came down we decided to up After the holiday decor came down we decided to update our at home bar area. I have to say, after our kitchen this was the area that got used the most this year.  On the blog I’m giving you a few ideas on what you need on your home bar.  Read it all at the link in my bio.
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