Lady In Tech #MothersDay2025

What better gifts for a mom or female in your life than gifts that represent powerful and smart women? Lady In Tech started with two passionate software engineers who envisioned a platform to showcase their love for tech and design. With a shared enthusiasm for breaking stereotypes and promoting diversity in tech, they embarked on this journey to celebrate women's contributions in technology.

I really dig this mug! Number one, it is a redhead (cough cough wink wink) and it is so cute! Start your day with a splash of color and inspiration with the Code Girl Mug. This mug celebrates young girls who are ready to code their futures. This beautiful ceramic mug is perfect for any event of the day. Your morning coffee, a hot chocolate, or any other hot beverage you enjoy. The mug is glossy white with a colored rim, inside, and handle.

Check it all out at Lady In Tech on Facebook, as well as Lady In Tech on Instagram.

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Montana Silversmiths #MothersDay2025 #FathersDay2025

I love a good piece of jewelry. And I don't mean just like a flashy ring or a statement necklace. I love a piece that you can wear daily and it pretty much goes with anything. And Montana Silversmiths has launched the 2025 American Made collection. Created in collaboration with multi-talented artist and star Coffey Anderson, the 2025 collection introduces several new additions for men and women. This collection emphasizes faith, family, and freedom, with a portion of proceeds going to Folds of Honor, supporting military families - which I love more than anything (and May is Military Appreciation Month!). As you know, Western style is super-hot right now, from Tulsa King to Landman to Yellowstone, which set an hour away from the Montana Silversmith's HQ in Montana.

We got a few pieces that I am so excited to add to my collection, as well as a few items that with resonate with Jason and Callan (who is beginning the steps to enlist in the US Army - eeeeks! Where has the time gone?)

American Made Strength Necklace - Unleash your inner strength with the American Made Strength Necklace. This necklace features a tattered American flag as the focal point of the pendant representing the idea of strength through hardship. The arrow shaped pendant is gunmetal and bright silver tone with antiquing creating handsome contrast. This necklace has a 26 inch chain.

American Made Spirit Wrap Ring - Let your spirit roam free with the American Made Spirit Wrap Ring. This ring features a unique feather adding a Southwestern feel. A black painted vein runs through the feather with silver tone diamond cuts adding additional flair. One size fits most.

Faith in Flight American Made Cross Necklace - Wear the perfect everyday piece with the Faith in Flight American Made necklace. This necklace features a classic silver engraved cross as the base and an antiqued gold eagle soars in the center. This necklace features a 22 inch wheat chain.

The American Made Collection is just one collection of so many beautiful and unique pieces! Check it all out at Montana Silversmiths on Facebook, as well as Montana Silversmiths on X, and Montana Silversmiths on Instagram.

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Ivy's Reserve #MothersDay2025

At Ivy’s Reserve, they’ve been making award-winning cheese and butter in beautiful Somerset, England, for over a century. It’s a family tradition begun by Grandmother Ivy, who perfected the recipe and taught her family to work closely with nature. We were delighted to try the newest brand addition with the Farmhouse Butter, which is now exclusively in Whole Foods Markets in the US.

Ivy’s Reserve Salted Farmhouse Butter - The deliciously creamy carbon-neutral farmhouse butter is still made to grandmother Ivy’s special recipe, using 100% green energy. Its unique smoothness and clean finish come from the use of whey cream, created as part of the cheesemaking process, and the care with which it’s churned. With the addition of just the right amount of salt, it’s perfect for toast but able to add something special to baking and cooking too. I am cherishing it because it is so creamy and smooth, and yummy! I am going to use it for my Mother's Day Brunch, but otherwise, no one else can touch it, because it's mine! Ha ha! I can't wait to try the cheese, because I love cheese, and can only bet I will love this brand's cheese as much as I love the butter!

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Happy May Day

I always feel like May Day is the "real" first day of Spring for some reason. Does anyone else feel that way?

After Woodstock

After Woodstock by Howard Reiss

About The Book:

Jack and Bryan have been best friends since the age of two. In high school, Jack talked about getting his math and computer technology doctorate and creating the first android robot. Bryan dreamed about becoming a big-time lawyer with a penthouse in the city and a house in the Hamptons. They graduated from high school in 1969, a momentous summer, which they capped off by attending the Woodstock Concert. The three days of peace, love, and music sent Jack off in a radically different direction. While Jack and Bryan go on to live very different lives, they continue their relationship over the next fifty years through letters.

My Thoughts:

I have always been fascinated with all things Woodstock, and the era, but I was born in the wrong generation or I would have gone if I was able to. My parents were old enough to go, but did not attend, though they very much were what some people would call hippies or flower children. Though there were a few other festivals before and around the time of Woodstock, it became the birth of music festivals, and all the ones that came after would never amount to what it was. In this book, yes, it is about Woodstock, but more so the foundation of a lifelong friendship, and how friendships can grow and evolve as we do as individual people do. A pretty quick read. It is told by Bryan. I love the mix of the letter writing, the in between, and the after in retrospect. I enjoyed the read very much.

About The Author:

Howard Reiss graduated from high school in 1969, just a few months prior to Woodstock. A graduate of Dartmouth College and Columbia Law School, Reiss co-founded a soup kitchen in Nyack, New York, and is an award-winning author with 13 other novels.

Get your copy of After Woodstock on Amazon now.

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

Tchotchkes and their F*cked-Up Thoughts #MothersDay2025

Tchotchkes and their F*cked-Up Thoughts by Elisabeth Saake

About The Book:

Ever wonder if your ceramic Buddha is silently judging your life choices? Or if your antique compass is dizzy from your lack of direction? In Tchotchkes and Their F*cked-Up Thoughts, your quirky collectibles finally speak their minds - and they are brutally honest. This hilarious and highly giftable book brings together dark humor, colorful art, and a dash of existential dread. Perfect for collectors, design lovers, and fans of sarcastic humor, this is a must-have for anyone with a shelf full of curios and a dark sense of humor. Inside you'll find: •55 full-color illustrations of inanimate objects with serious emotional baggage •Snarky, witty, and surprisingly insightful one-liners from baubles, trinkets, and bric-à-brac •A perfect companion to the hit humor book Houseplants and Their F*cked-Up Thoughts. Whether you’re looking for a quirky coffee table conversation starter, a white elephant gift, or a way to laugh at your own questionable decor, this book delivers collectible chaos and offbeat charm.

About The Author:

A lifetime lover of books, Elisabeth Saake has devoted most of her working life to publishing. She began her career as an editorial assistant at a New York literary agency before realizing the Big Apple was just a bit too big for her small-town heart. She’s been lucky to remain in various roles within book publishing while moving to progressively smaller towns ever since. Elisabeth is a creek lover, a podcast devotee, and has many, many, f*cked-up thoughts. She lives in Chico, CA, with her husband, two sons, and loads of disgruntled houseplants.

Get your copy of Tchotchkes and their F*cked-Up Thoughts on Amazon today!

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.

EnviroBiotics Home Purifier

When Spring and Summer hit, we become acutely aware of different kinds of allergens, specifically in our homes. And I do everything I can to keep my family healthy so we can keep up with our busy schedule. That is why I am excited to introduce EnviroBiotics, an innovative line of eco-friendly wellness products that’s redefining how we clean and purify our indoor spaces - no chemicals, no gimmicks, just nature’s own probiotics. With prices starting at $89 for the Mini (it’s super cute), this is a sustainable, accessible gift idea perfect for health-conscious consumers and families. Unlike traditional home purifiers or harsh cleaners, EnviroBiotics uses beneficial microflora probiotics to naturally tackle allergens, pathogens, and mold spores.

Devices like the Biologic Mini or compact Biotica 800 for small spaces or the larger unit BA2080 for spaces up to 2,600 sq. ft., release billions of probiotics that settle on surfaces, consume irritants, and dramatically decrease the allergen concentration in just eight days of use to create a healthier indoor ecosystem. Think fresher air, less dust, and fewer asthma triggers, all without a drop of bleach. The benefits are clear: an improved indoor environment with virus neutralization on surfaces and objects in as little as 15 minutes, relief from allergies and pet odors, and a low-maintenance design that works 24/7 with cartridges that last 90 days and then can automatically be refilled. Made from all-natural plant- and soil-derived ingredients, it’s non-toxic, biodegradable, and safe for kids, pets, and the planet. From portable sprayers for cars and boats to HVAC-connected systems for bigger spaces, EnviroBiotics fits any lifestyle. Backed by clinical studies showing real allergen reduction and global expert endorsements, this isn’t just a product, it’s a movement toward cleaner, greener, healthy living. With Mother’s Day around the corner (May 11, 2025), the Mini is a great gift idea for the health-conscious woman in your life.

~Hayley

Disclaimer: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising. I have used direct text from the website of the company/product I am promoting to facilitate in my review.