"We can do no great things-only small things with great love". This quote from Mother Teresa has always caught my heart. It's so simple. Love is the answer. Love is patience and kindness. It isn't envy or pride. It doesn't dishonor others and is not self-seeking. Love isn't anger and keeps no record of wrongs. It doesn't delight in evil but rejoices in the truth. It protects, trusts, hopes and perseveres. Love does not fail. And yes this is all from 1 Corinthians 13:4-8. Anytime I am lost in a negative realm, it is because I have forgotten the love. Anytime I love, I am filled with joy.
February is the month of love. But of course every month should be about love. Every day should be about love. Reminders are always nice. And so there is Valentines Day. A day that is fun and exciting and sometimes it can be sad. But always a little reminder to love those around you. To reach out to someone who is needing some love.
A big reason I started the Hug Box. The littlest things make a difference. A hug. A smile. A gift. Opening a door for someone you don't know. Paying for a coffee for the customer in line after you. The small things add up and make a big difference. So every time someone sends a Hug Box, my heart is filled with joy. I love to read the loving messages for the notecards and I love to hear about the recipient's reactions to the Hug Box. And the love that is shown to me in some of the reviews reminds me that what I am doing means something and to always show love to my customers. Helping someone send a hug to someone they love is exactly why the Hug Box exists.
Thank you for all of your love and support! I hope your year is filled with love! And Happy valentines Day! And be sure to read below about taking care of your heart.
Love and hugs! Vicki
I was totally in awe when I received an adorable "Hug Box" from dear friends after my surgery. I have never seen anything like it. Every single item was top-notch, high quality and the presentation was exquisite!! I loved every item in it so much and it totally made my day!! I have been showing it off to my friends whom are amazed at this "Hug Box" as I am - no doubt will be using this service in the future - What a special gift!
- Paula J.
National Wear Red Day® is Friday, February 7. Wear Red to help raise awareness of the No. 1 killer of women, cardiovascular disease.
In acknowledgement of the importance of the ongoing fight against cardiovascular disease, the Congress, on December 30, 1963, requested that the President issue an annual proclamation designating February as American Heart Month.
Below are some quick guides of warning signs from the American Heart Association. To read more about cardiovascular health click here.
CHEST DISCOMFORT
Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.
DISCOMFORT IN OTHER AREAS OF THE UPPER BODY
Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach.
SHORTNESS OF BREATH
with or without chest discomfort.
OTHER SIGNS
may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.
FACE DROOPING
Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile.
ARM WEAKNESS
Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?
SPEECH DIFFICULTY
Is speech slurred, are they unable to speak, or are they hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like "the sky is blue." Is the sentence repeated correctly?
TIME TO CALL 911
If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 911 and get them to the hospital immediately.
SUDDEN LOSS OF RESPONSIVENESS
No response to tapping on shoulders.
NO NORMAL BREATHING
The victim does not take a normal breath when you tilt the head up and check for at least five seconds.
• Eat a heart-healthy diet.
• Get active.
• Stay at a healthy weight.
• Quit smoking and stay away from secondhand smoke.
• Control your cholesterol, blood glucose (sugar), and blood pressure.
• Drink alcohol only in moderation.
• Manage stress.
• Get enough sleep.
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Our Hug Boxes get updated frequently based on which artisan products are available. Because of this specialty curating, some Hug Boxes are low quantities, and some products may not be available again if they are uniquely made, so be sure to place your order before they are gone.
Please note: We are located in Georgia and shipping out west or further north will take longer, so be sure to place your order soon! Our Hug Boxes are small batch curations so they go fast. We can not guarantee a specific day that UPS or USPS will deliver. They can only give estimated timelines. A tracking number will be sent to your email, so be sure to check all of your email folders. Once we have your order, we fulfill your gift and drop it off within 1-2 days from your order. Please be sure to double check the shipping address upon ordering and send us the name, message and who the Hug Box if from for the notecard if you hadn't already. Thank you!
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