An Upcoming Christmas Gift Guide Feature from GreatfulMoments.com
There is something about my family I would like to share with you. Ever since Charlie and even Suzzane was little, I’ve had a birthday tradition. Every year, I handed my children a piece of paper and a pen and I would ask them to write down ten things they would like for there birthday. The gifts have to be different prices, starting around $5, and nothing can cost more than $300.
Now, before you say your buying your children 10 gifts? No, I wasn’t the list would allow me to have a list of Gifts the kids wanted so when people asked what they wanted I could hand them a copy of the list they could shop from. Which worked well with Charlie’s Birthday which is December 16th.
With Charlie’s Birthday being just nine days before Christmas David and I’ve always tried to make sure his birthday is celebrated separately from Christmas. I never wanted him to feel like his special day got lost among the Christmas presents, decorations, and celebrations.
This year, Charlie is turning 19. And do you know what he asked for? A game. That’s it. One game! Because every year he has gotten things for his gaming system and the newest wrestling game and he has everything he needs. Except for the new game that is coming out which I do plan on getting Charlie.
After all these years of birthday lists, my son couldn’t come up with ten things he wanted. LOL Everything I mentioned he vetoed. Then as I started thinking about his birthday and Christmas, I noticed something else. Charlie’s cross necklace was missing. That got me thinking about finding him something different this year. Something meaningful. Something he could keep close to his heart as he grows into a young man and figures out where life is going to take him.
That’s when I discovered FARUZO Personalized Jewelry. And let me tell you, I think I’ve found two gifts that Charlie isn’t going to be expecting! If you’ve followed our family for a while, you probably know that Charlie loves his dogs. There’s Annie, Lucy, Max, Bear, and Sandy. And then there’s Bear Bear, who has a very special place in Charlie’s heart.
Lately, Charlie has been worrying about Bear Bear getting older. He knows his little companion won’t be around forever, and that’s something that’s been weighing on his mind. As his mom, I understand. Our pets aren’t just animals running around the house. They’re part of our family. They share our happiest days, comfort us when we’re sad, and somehow know when we need a little extra love. Trust me because I lost both Sandi and Annie and I still miss them today just as much as I miss my daughter Suzzane.
Charlie is also at that age when he’s trying to figure out where he wants to build his life. He may eventually be living in Hobart, Oklahoma, away from the family and the dogs he loves. And I started thinking about how wonderful it would be if he could carry a little reminder of home wherever he goes.
That’s why I fell in love with the idea of FARUZO’s personalized curb chain bracelet. I’m PRAYING & hoping to have the names of all five dogs engraved on the bracelet: Annie • Lucy • Max • Bear • Sandy We’re still working with FARUZO to confirm the personalization options and sizing.
If the bracelet can’t accommodate all five names, we’ve requested Bear and Sandy as our first choices. Charlie doesn’t particularly like tight watches or bracelets. He prefers being able to move them around on his wrist, so we’re also asking FARUZO about a comfortable, slightly looser fit.
I can already imagine Charlie looking down at that bracelet someday when he’s away from home and remembering his dogs. And even if he’s miles away, he’ll know they’re still part of his life. To me, that’s what makes a personalized gift special. It’s not just jewelry. It’s a little piece of home that travels with you. You can explore the FARUZO Custom Curb Chain Bracelet and browse their Men’s Bracelets Collection for other gift ideas.
Now, some of you might be wondering what in the world the saying I Love You More Than Moster Trucks and Pizza means. Well, let me take you back to when Charlie was a little boy. I used to ask him, “Charlie, how much do you love Mommy?” And do you know what he’d tell me? “I love you to the moon and back, more than monster trucks and pizza!”
And I would tell him right back, “Well, Charlie, I love you to the moon and back, more than monster trucks and pizza, too!” It became one of those little sayings between a mother and her son. Something that might not mean much to anyone else, but to us, it meant the world.
Now Charlie is turning 19, and he’s not that little boy anymore. He’s growing into a young man, trying to figure out where he wants to live, where he wants to work, and where he wants to build his future. And as much as I’d love to keep him close, I know that part of being his mom is allowing him to find his own way.
But that doesn’t mean I can’t send a little reminder of home along with him. That’s why I chose FARUZO’s Custom Black Dog Tags Necklace. We’re requesting the following engraving: Front: I love you to the moon and back Back: More than monster trucks and pizza!
I want Charlie to be able to reach up, touch that necklace, and remember something. His mom is thinking about him. She hasn’t forgotten that little boy who loved monster trucks and pizza, and she never will. And I haven’t forgotten how much he loves me, either.
One day, Charlie may have a family of his own. He may live down the street, or he may live hundreds of miles away. I don’t know what God has planned for him. But I do know one thing. I’ll always love him to the moon and back, more than monster trucks and pizza. YYou can learn more about the FARUZO Custom Black Dog Tags Necklace and see how you might personalize one with a meaningful family message of your own.
Now, you might be wondering how I’m planning to give Charlie these gifts. Well, I’ve already got a plan! The personalized bracelet will be his birthday present on December 16. And the dog tag necklace? That’s going into his Christmas stocking! I think it’s going to be one of the most meaningful stocking stuffers I’ve ever given him.
And before anyone asks, no, I haven’t forgotten David! David loves Charlie just as much as I do, but he’s making his own special gift for him. So between the two of us, I think we’re going to have some wonderful surprises for Charlie this year. And the best part? Charlie only asked for a game! But he should know his mom wouldn’t stop at one game. LOL
One thing I’ve learned over the years is that the most meaningful gifts aren’t always the most expensive ones. Sometimes they’re the gifts that tell a story. A necklace with a saying only two people understand. A bracelet with the names of beloved pets. A piece of jewelry that reminds someone of a parent, grandparent, spouse, child, or special friend.
These are the kinds of gifts that can become keepsakes. And that’s one reason I was excited when FARUZO agreed to work with our family. Their personalized jewelry gives shoppers the opportunity to create something connected to their own memories and relationships.
Whether you’re shopping for a birthday, Christmas, Father’s Day, graduation, or another special occasion, personalized jewelry can be a thoughtful option to explore. Of course, we haven’t received our pieces yet, so I can’t tell you about their actual quality, fit, or craftsmanship. Those are things we’ll be evaluating when they arrive.
I’m grateful, thankful, and blessed that FARUZO has offered to provide our family with two complimentary personalized jewelry pieces for an honest review. We’re currently finalizing the engraving and bracelet sizing with their team. Once the jewelry arrives, we’ll be taking a closer look at the personalization, craftsmanship, appearance, and comfort.
And after Charlie receives his gifts, I’ll be back to share his reaction and our family’s experience. Because you know me. I love telling you about products, but I also want to tell you the stories and memories that go along with them. That’s what GreatfulMoments.com is all about.
If you’re looking for something different for someone on your Christmas list, you can explore FARUZO’s personalized jewelry options. Visit their website at: And here are the two pieces we’re planning to feature in our upcoming hands-on review: Custom Black Dog Tags Necklace: and Custom Curb Chain Bracelet: Then you should check out the Men’s Bracelets Collection: for the men if your life.
With Black Friday and Cyber Monday approaching, we’ve also asked FARUZO whether they have any special holiday promotions, discount codes, or ordering deadlines to share with our readers. We’ll update this feature if we receive confirmed information. In the meantime, if you’re considering personalized gifts for Christmas, be sure to check the company’s current production and shipping estimates before ordering.
If you’re shopping for your children this Christmas, especially older children who are growing up and finding their own way, remember that gifts don’t always have to be big or expensive to mean something. Sometimes the most meaningful gift is one that says, “I remember.”
I remember when you were little. I remember the things that made you laugh. I remember the pets you loved. I remember the special words we used to say to each other. And no matter how old you get, I’ll always remember how much I love you then, now and forever and ever.. That’s what I hope these two FARUZO gifts will mean to Charlie. A reminder of home. A reminder of his dogs. And a reminder that no matter where life takes him, his mom and dad will always love him.
Disclosure: FARUZO has offered to provide two complimentary personalized jewelry pieces for our family’s honest review. We have not yet received or tested the products. This is an introductory feature sharing our planned collaboration and the personal stories behind our selections. A hands-on review will follow after the jewelry arrives and our family has had the opportunity to evaluate it. All opinions will be our own.
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Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
