The Perfect Gift 2023
winter horizon with trees and mountains and a very blue sky with the sun going down in the center
The Perfect Gift 2023
Season’s Greetings Friends!
In the spirit of the Yuletide, I extend warm wishes of solidarity, compassion, and gratitude to all. As we gather with loved ones and reflect on the passing year, let us also take a moment to reimagine the world we live in. Let us exchange not only material gifts but also ideas, inspiration, and hope for a world where our shared humanity and well-being take precedence over the accumulation of wealth. Cheers!
Instead of giving physical gifts to spread the Yuletide cheer this year I’m all about gifting experiences and/or gifts in honor of the ones I love that support loving causes. Just in time to cozy in for the Winter Solstice, I have a bevy of perfect gift ideas!
Provide olive and almond trees to first-time and small scale Palestinian farmers via US Campaign for Palestinian Rights
Show solidarity with Palestinians by purchasing your Kufiya at the last standing kufiya factory in Gaza: Hirbawi
Support truth, justice, and healing for Indian boarding school survivors in the United States by donating to The National Native American Boarding School Healing Coalition
Take a favorite human out for a unique experience or a shopping spree, or give a gift certificate, to one of these fabulous Asheville area spots:
Have all sorts of fun at Different WRLD
Make candles with friends at Hummingbird Candle Company
Shop for a cute outfit for a night on the town at EMOTE
Make a bouquet with your love at Flora
Treat your body to a few of hours of bliss at East Acupunture + Wellness Boutique
Follow along with Coco Villa’s happenings wherever they go for the perfect, playful date
Contribute to local food sovereignty and sustainable food sources for all by making a donation or purchasing products from the following farmers and growers:
Soulful Simone Farm
Utopian Seed Project
Southside Community Farm
Liberation Tools
Travel the World!
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I hope you love this 2023 gift guide as much as I enjoyed making it. May the festive spirit and joy of yuletide be with you all year long, cheers!