8 Last Minute Super Cool Father’s Day Gifts

Father’s Day is fast approaching, and while some people have probably already narrowed down their gifts for the dads in their life, some of us are still searching. Gift giving is one of my top love languages. If you are a person in my life you have probably received a random gift, card, coffee or even your favorite soda. The challenge of finding a gift that is perfect for the person and succeeding is a driver, but also just seeing that person smile makes me so happy! My favorite thing to do is the anonymous gift, but that is a different post for a different time. Today, the topic at hand is dads! Aside from the standard Tie, sometimes buying for a guy can prove difficult, especially if they don’t have a specific hobby that is easy to buy for. The other issue I often face is that if my husband or dad want something they usually get it for themselves. My husband, in particular, doesn’t really like a lot of “Stuff” so it can pose a problem. So I decided to put together a list of useful, cool and unique items for the Father in your life.

  1. A Super Cool Activity! – Maybe getting an actual thing doesn’t work for you this year. He’s maxed out on ties, doesn’t want a book and you have absolutely no idea what else to get him. Think about a unique and fun activity in your city. Whiskey or beer tasting for those that like to imbibe. Take the kids, or family, out for a nice lunch and then grab a babysitter to surprise him with an activity. Is there a City scavenger hunt, ghost tour or museum that they like. Here in DC many of the museums have really cool activities, check those out and maybe one of those might fit the bill. If they like music, look for a concert. Think outside the box and take a pass on adding something else to your home that might end up collecting dust and get out and do something instead!
  2. City Maps Gifts from WellTold – these are my newest obsession! I love things that tell a story of your life, whether that be wall art, my new favorite Candles from Homesick or these amazing city map bar and beer glasses. They are such a unique and interesting gift that becomes a conversation starter in your home or a reminder of a special event or time in your life.  They have cities to choose from and state flasks as well.
  3. Rite in the Rain – I’ve included these on a gift list before, and I’m including them again because not only are they practical but they are pretty cool. If you have a spouse that works in the military, police, construction or even a spouse that loves the outdoors these are a must-have! From notebooks, paper pads to pocket calendars you can find something that your Dad or Husband will love! Mine has been using these products for at least fifteen years and swears by them.
  4. Sword & Plough – I’ve been lucky enough in my life to meet some pretty awesome people, and the ladies behind Sword & Plough are high up there on the list. Founding a company that reuses military products to make something new is pretty awesome. Giving back to Veterans and military families makes it even better. Founded by sisters, one of which is a Veteran herself, Sword & Plough offers all sorts of gifts for just about anyone! So keep this link for Mother’s Day, birthdays and Christmas! Awesome gifts for dudes include military cufflinks, toiletries bag, messenger and backpacks, card holders, mini wallets and belts. This is a purchase they will not only hopefully love, but you can also love the fact that you are purchasing something that will then help S&P (a certified B Corp) give back to those that serve our country. How can you not love that!
  5. DIFF Sunglasses – Speaking of giving back, I’m including DIFF on this list not necessarily because giving sunglasses is that unique, but because DIFF is a really amazing company that gives back to the community! Any way to combine gift giving with making a difference is high on my list. I love the DIFF company, what they stand for and their sunglasses and blue-light blocking glasses as well. Knowing that their gift is also giving back is just another gift for the person receiving them.
  6. Fisher Space Pen – This has been a go-to gift for many of the men in my life. This is the perfect gift because there are so many options in colors, styles, and you can even get them engraved. One of the gifts I gave my husband for a military accomplishment was a multi-purpose pen that had blue and red ink, a pencil and a laser pointer. I engraved it with his name and the accomplishment. If you have never heard of the Space Pen the basic gist of it is that it can work in the freezing cold, upside down and even in space! I love using mine to do my crosswords in bed like a real nerd!
  7. Fancy Shaving Stuff – Fancy shaving items are definitely a thing. Curated collections of beard oils and balms, as well as throwback shaving kits with brushes and one-blade razors. Some of my favorites include Beard Oil or Balm from Sugar + Spruce and shaving kit from Manready Mercantile in Houston, Texas. Manready also has a HUGE assortment of unique men’s gifts like whiskey flavored toothpicks and handmade leather products. The Art of Shaving has different scents and kits for not just shaving, but skin care as well. Just because they are men doesn’t mean they shouldn’t spend some time taking care of that skin.
  8. A Subscription Box – Subscriptions boxes are just for girls, although I will say I’m a sucker for a good subscription box. Having items delivered right to my door makes me so happy! There are several subscription box ideas for dads including Bump Box: The Dad Box, Stitch Fix, and Trunk Club. Boxes like Sprezza, deliver men’s accessories like tie tacks, watches, handkerchiefs, and socks – curated especially for them – delivered each month. For more ideas check out this list on Esquire!

Do you have a unique gift idea for the man in your life?

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Last Minute Father’s Day Gifts: Shave Smarter with ShaveMob

I know there are last minute people out there.  I mean, sometimes that’s me, so I know you’re out there.  Sometimes I’m looking for something extra to add to the gift, sometimes we are celebrating Father’s Day without Mr. Air Force so we have a couple options.  You can do, you can do via Skype, or you can have a post-reunion holiday catch up (which is always fun!).

This particular last minute gift is perfect for all those categories, however with Father’s  Day quickly approaching it would be the perfect last minute addition to your day.

It’s simple and here’s how it works:  Choose your razor – you can choose a 3, 4 or 6 blade razor.  The 6 blade is their most popular one.  Next you can choose with a trimmer or without a trimmer.  This is for your sculpted beard, goatee, mustache type man; or it’s also perfect for your stylish side burn creator. What’s awesome about ShaveMob is that you can then choose your supply.  You can choose a two month supply if you aren’t quite sure which blade you want to try or are just plain skeptical about the razor.  I would put my husband in the skeptical shaver category. He’s an every day, has been known to shave twice a day, kind of dude.  Shaving is a big deal in the CSL house.

Shave Mob videos are hilarous!
This razor passed with flying colors and made it into his rotation of razors.  Hubby actually will go old school with straight razor every now and again (I Know, I live in an episode of Mad Men sometimes).  Now, truth be told, I actually stole the razor to test it out myself.  But never fear ladies, ShaveMob isn’t just for men.  So after you decide to grab some of these for the hubby you can head over to the lady’s razors section.  This razor is amazing!  Seriously, it cuts so close without a single cut!  I’m not a picky razor kinda gal, but this was good.  We have the 4 blade, middle of the road variety.
For more info you can find ShaveMob on twitter and facebook – see for yourself what others are saying.

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Father’s Day Gifts for the Hero in your Life…..

**This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Warner Bros.**



For several of the last Father’s Days I’ve usually asked the hubby if there’s something he would like. He’s usually seeking to build up his camping/backpacking gear or looking for a specific book. There’s a long list of random military related items that he’s had over the years, on his list. Some pretty cool stuff that I would never have thought of in a million years. Personally I think dads can be pretty hard to shop for. Other than a tie (total stereotype) what do you get them if they don’t collect something. So I thought I’d create a few posts highlighting some of some cool gadgets and books for the hard to shop for military dad (or any dad that likes super cool stuff). Ladies, this is some pretty awesome and random stuff….major brownie points here!

1. Stormproof Butane lighters.  This is a must have in hubby’s life  Not only is it good for work related deployments and travel, he takes this camping and backpacking with him.  He loves this thing!  Finding a lockable one, and one that can light even when wet are good tips ladies.

2.  Danner Boots – I don’t know about you, but sometimes boots that are issued aren’t all that great.  So hubby actually asked for, and received for his birthday one year, super suped up Danner boots.  Best brand out there in his opinion.

3. Fisher Space Pen –  We love the space pen, and have actually been to the factory outside of Las Vegas.  Grab him the original space pen, get it engraved, and he’ll be able to write upside down and under water!

4. Rite in the Rain – This is all weather writing paper and hubby is obessed with.  I swear he buys it in bulk.  I’m sure there are other brands out there, but this is the real deal brand to go with.  They have tactical kits for the military man, desert color, in loose leaf, bound and spiral notebooks.  This stuff is pretty awesome.

5. Purchase tickets for the pre-screening premier of Man of Steel

Wal-Mart has partnered with Warner Bros for this super cool event. They are providing us with a unique opportunity to purchase tickets to the premier for Man of Steel in your local Wal-Mart electronics Department. My dad is all about seeing movies for his birthday. He loves that kind of stuff, like I’m willing to bet there are a lot of dads out there that are a succor for a good comic book/superhero franchise Wal-Mart is providing a unique opportunity to purchase tickets to see the movie before it is regularly released. When you purchase your tickets you will also receive a special comic book written by the author of Man of Steel, as well as the chance to pre-order an exclusive HD download or Blu-Ray copy of the film.

 
Man of Steel will be screening at specified theaters on June 13th!
 

Take a peak at the movie!
 

Grab the dad in your life, and maybe your own little super hero and check out Man of Steel, coming soon!



Purchase tickets to the exclusive pre-screening of Man of Steel [PG-13] on June 13th, 2013 at 7 PM at your local Walmart! Tickets can be purchased in the Electronics Department and include an exclusive digital comic book written by David S. Goyer, author of “Man of Steel”, as well as an exclusive opportunity to pre-order an HD digital download or Blu-Ray copy of the film.

  • Go to your local Walmart
  • Visit the electronics department
  • Purchase your EXCLUSIVE Man of Steel prescreening tickets (available in 2D or 3D)
  • Take your family to the theater location noted on your ticket and watch the EXCLUSIVE 7 p.m. premiere of Man of Steel on June 13th!

Learn more here!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Warner Bros.

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