How a Mother’s Day Gift Can Change 63 Lives & 8 Communities

I have approximately 5 usual suspects in my mother’s day gift giving arsenal.  They typically revolve around perfume, pedicures, purses, flowers and OF COURSE a sentimental card which mom always says, “Is the only thing she needs.”

Mother’s Day hasn’t always been a favorite of mine.  When you’ve walked the journey that we have with infertility,  Mother’s Day can be downright painful not to mention awkward.  Multiple times I’d be in a pack of people offering their mother’s day well wishes and when it comes to me, “Happy Mo-oh-um-ehhhh-I mean—-have a great one!”

Thanks..??.. Lol

(Trust me, I am NOT throwing anyone under the bus! Lord knows I have had foot in mouth syndrome more times than I care to remember!)

The Truth is Mother’s Day can be a challenge for many of us.  I have close friends that have lost their moms this year, others that are not on good terms with their mothers and others who, moms, themselves that are estranged from their kids.

BUT, if you’ll remember from this post, one of the best ways to overcome stress in any situation is to broaden your perspective and lift your eyes off of just you.  And Mom’s Day is no exception.  I could close my eyes and pretend this day doesn’t exist. And I’ve done that. And it is no solution.

OR I can choose the following alternative…

Because you know what’s awesome? Mother’s Day isn’t only about if you’re a biological mom.  Which biological mama’s, you are some of the hardest working people on the planet and I adore you!

But Mother’s Day could also be a chance to celebrate the nurturing spirit that God has planted in the hearts of all His girls.  It’s an opportunity to bless all the “Mom’s” in your life whether they are physical, spiritual, a great friend, a mentor, or perhaps a woman you know from a distance that could USE an act of thoughtfulness.

Our lives aren’t small, so let’s not make this day only about us. Let’s bless and celebrate as many people as we can, and we,in fact have the PERFECT way for you to do just that!

NOW, you could head to Mall and pick up the ladies’s in your life a wide range of gifts. OR you could purchase amazing gifts that will help other mom’s all over the world! Literally.

Today, we’re bringing you 4 incredible shops with gifts at every price point to bless the ladies in your life and beyond!

I CAN’T WAIT to share with you these incredible companies and the lives your purchase will touch.

Better Life Bags

If the idea of Custom Bags and Accessories that change the lives of local families gets you excited, these are your people.  AND, if you’re a fellow Michigander, this company is in your backyard.  Better Life Bags hire intentionally from the under-resourced neighborhoods of Hamtramck and Detroit to give women a chance to learn a new skill, make an income for their families, as well as be adopted into a community.

They have a slew of Bag Styles and Accessories to choose from OR you can custom design your own handmade bag! How cool is that? And as an added bonus, each bag comes with a card bearing the name of the woman who handmade it for you and whom your purchase is directly impacting.

They’re running lots of sales this time of year, so be sure to keep up with them on Instagram and Facebook before making your purchase.

One Delightful Button

If your budget is slight but you’d still like something special, then check out One Delightful Button.  Katie’s a stay-at-home mom in Boston who spends her free time pouring into students with her husband through Young Life.  Katie’s line of earrings, hair accessories, bookmarks and bunting will have you saying, “Aw.” Literally. I challenge you not to say “aw” while looking through her shop.  And you cannot beat her prices!  My favorite? The Bright Druzy Earrings.

Use the Promo code NOSMALLLIFE during the entire month of May for free shipping on orders of $20 or more. You’re welcome 😉

District Roasters

If you know me, you know I love a GOOD cup of coffee. So this incredible company HAD to make the list. The mission of District Roasters is 2 fold;

1. To bring you the most amazing coffees from all over the world, hand-roasted to  perfection, then packaged and delivered with care.

2. To re-purpose profits back to the source for the eradication of economic, physical, and spiritual poverty around the world.

They source coffee from all over the globe and partner directly with producers and farmers at the source to increase organic, sustainable, farming practices. As a result, they are able to give back to ministries and organizations that are already on the ground serving in the countries that they source from.

For example, if buy any of the Burundi coffee products, you’ll directly help build clinics, children’s homes, and provide needed agricultural training to the farmers in the Bukeye and Heza districts of Burundi. Now THAT will make you feel better about your caffeine fix 😉 Prices are around $10/bag-which for organic specialty coffee is CRAZY good. Also, if you’re not a coffee person, be sure to check out their line of chocolate and rustic looking mugs and accessories.

Use the code NOSMALLLIFE May 1-7 for 15% off.  I am ordering for sure…now I just have to decide which one????

Sseko

Last but not least Sseko. Sseko Designs is an ethical fashion brand based in East Africa. They work with young women in Uganda using fashion to provide employment and scholarship opportunities.  This company is literally changes the lives of women by teaching them skills, empowering them to overcome poverty and enabling them to pursue their dreams.

From strappy sandals to gorgeous leather travel bags and  jewelry, each product is handmade with attention to detail.  Sseko isn’t a charity, much like Better Life Bags, they’re creating opportunity for the women and girls living in extreme poverty and changing their lives in the process. They’re mission is beautiful and their customizeable “Brave” bracelet makes my heart skip a beat 🙂 You can use the code SSEKOLOVESMUMS for 10% off. #Winning

It makes my heart swell with joy to think of your No Small Life impacting their No Small Lives.

Wherever you’re at today, and however you choose to celebrate the women in your life this Mother’s Day, consider a gift that will make an impact far beyond its receiver.

Until Next Time,

Meg