How To Choose The Best Birthday Gift For Mom

Hey, you!

Yeah, I know. You don't have to say it out loud. I know the question on your lips now is 'where the heck have you been MarBal?'

Before I start giving you a long explanation as to my whereabouts, I'll just say I'm really sorry about the absence. My Internet service provider didn't want me to be great but #Godwin.

That's not why we are here now, I hear you mutter under your breath.

Let's get to it.. my mom is a year older today being 12th of April. I thought to dedicate this post to her by giving you guys some tips on how to choose the best  birthday gift for Mom.

Most of you have often asked your friends questions like this: "hey buddy, it's my mom's birthday today and I don't even know what to get her"

Let's not even start on how our mothers mean the world to us and how we would do anything to make sure that they are happy with us. They deserve to be happy, they deserve to reap the fruit of their toil, they deserve the best and we need to make sure of that.

Mom's birthday is a perfect time to honor her with a heartfelt gift. While your mother may appreciate any gifts you decide to give her, taking the time to choose a special birthday gift shows your loyalty and your love. Like I always say, it's not the gift that matters, but the heart that gives it and the details put into the act.

Choosing the best for mom:

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Consider your mom's lifestyle and personality. Understanding her hobbies and daily routine allows you to choose a birthday gift that she'll truly value. Pay attention to her recent purchases as well as any items on her "must-have" list. You know when they won't stop talking about the hat or shoe Mrs. O had on at the retreat she attended. Make note of any new hobbies or interests she has, such as new culinary skill or photography, and then find tools and accessories that will help her enjoy the new hobby even more.

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Rule out obvious blunders. Save time by eliminating the need to search for products she'll never use or appreciate. For example, avoid looking through the cookware section if she detests cooking or searching for styles of ruby jewelry if she prefers blue gemstones. There's no need buying her items that will lie unused and take up space.

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Use your mom's eyes when choosing her birthday present. Although it's acceptable to choose a gift that falls outside of her normal purchases, try to find a gift she still might get for herself. Perhaps she always buys her favorite scent in eau de toilette; you could buy the most luxurious Eau de Parfum version. Taking your mom for a window shopping adventure can uncover preferences without revealing your true intentions.

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Remember past gift-giving occasions for clues. Recall her reactions to receiving gifts that she liked and those that she disliked. Knowing her possible reactions can help you avoid giving her an underwhelming gift. Notice if she has used gifts you gave her in the past. Is the bottle of bubble bath you gave her last year almost empty? If so, she may like receiving bath products again. If it's still full and gathering dust, you may want to avoid that type of gift.

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Make it a family affair. Get your siblings involved when you want to give Mom a big gift, like fine jewelry.  Make a list of correlating presents, so your family can present Mom with a complete package. For example, a group gift for mom could include a "to match" Italian shoes and purse, that very expensive lace she always wanted, the perfect headgear to complement the outfit and the most beautiful neckpiece.

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Give her a personalized gift. Few gifts show that you've put thought into the gesture like something that is personalized. Whether that's something monogram, initial jewelry or a charm bracelet filled with meaningful charms, this gift will show you spent some time thinking about her when you were shopping.

Meanwhile, I have got great news for you!

Coming soon to MarBal, you can shop all your gift and hamper wants with no worries. Are you as excited as we are?

You know we always have you in mind and want to GIVE you the best.

Xoxo,

MarBal.

Caught the love bug yet? Shop MarBal this Valentine

Practical or fanciful,  whether you subscribe to the 'valentine's day is an invented holiday' school of thought or not, this special day is a chance to celebrate your relationship- old or young, long term or just getting started. Valentine’s Day isn’t just about the roses and romance though. Take the opportunity to show your family members and dearest friends how much they’re loved and admired with a thoughtful gift from "MarBal Shop: the valentine picks", they’ll cherish it well past the day.

MarBal shop has some gifts for you and your loved ones and you know what else we offer that you may not get elsewhere, our AVANT GARDE GIFT PRESENTATION/WRAPPING.

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☆☆☆ Gift boxes
Product description: these boxes are the chic way to present gifts now because bags are just so 2014. Get into 2015 already. They can later be used for storage purpose as they are not a waste. Ladies, don't you want cute jewelry boxes?

☆☆☆ Perfumes
Product description: take advantage of our perfume collection (male and female) this Valentine.  No one can have enough bottles of perfume. A wide variety of perfumes available to choose from. If you want more pictures of perfumes available in their different price range, please indicate in your order.

☆☆☆Personalised Cards
Product description: why not say your feelings through a personalised card? The card has sentimental attachment because the receiver's picture is on it, no one would throw that into the bin, right? The cards are from www.fairysistersng@blogspot.com and you get them from us to be included in your hamper at the same price they offer.

☆☆☆Personalised Mugs
Product description: our very unique magic mugs. They change colour, bring up notes and pictures that have been inscribed in them when hot water is put in. Did I hear you say awesome?
N.B PRODUCT IS ALSO AVAILABLE IN BULK QUANTITY FOR SOUVENIR PURPOSE (THAT IS, FOR OCCASIONS AND BUSINESSES)

☆☆☆Personalised Notepads and Journals
Product description: what better way to write down your thoughts and take notes than with our beautiful notepads and journals. ALSO AVAILABLE IN BULK QUANTITY

☆☆☆CupCakes!
Product description: Valentine's day isn't complete without our box of 6 and 12 cupcakes in red velvet, chocolate and vanilla variants.

☆☆☆ Lipsticks, Lip pencils and Lip gloss.
Product description: for our ladies, we have gorgeous and long lasting lip sticks in stock.


Notes:
-we provide gift wrapping service at an affordable price. If you have your gifts already but want them to stand out and remain memorable, send to us and let's ensure your presents have presence.
-all orders should be made, sorted and paid for before 12th of February (in readiness for 14th)
-delivery service available
-refer your friends and family
-hampers also available on request

HOW TO ORDER:
-pick the product you want and send to mariambalogun14@gmail.com
-wait for a response on the price(s)
-pay for your item(s)
-send a message to confirm payment
-VOILA! Get your product on agreed date


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Our Services at MarBal

MarBal is a enterprise made up of three distinct entities, yet I believe they are related. They are extremely different yet they are so alike. I know what's on your mind now, how can they be so different but yet alike? Let's use a set of identical twins as an example, they look very much alike but you can still tell them apart. The same way you know Adaora from Adanma or Taiwo from Kehinde and can tell them apart because of their personalities and attributes. I think this same scenario applies to MarBal.

Enough of that story for now..

So what exactly do we offer:

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Presently, these are the services we offer. There will be projects under each of the three categories and it's in your best interest to join the train now.

We look forward to serving you.

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MarBal

The genesis of MarBal

Hallos,

Thank you for stopping by 😊☺
MarBal is a dream I have always had. It signifies my determination to create a household name. From the days of secondary education at Federal government college, Odogbolu-when I had an idea of what I wanted to be in life, I birthed the dream. I remember when i had to fill 'slum books' as we were about graduating, I wrote in some that I could, that they should never forget the name MarBal as it wasn't just a nickname but also a brand name.

How did I come about the name MarBal???
Very queasy easy! 'Mar' is from my first name- Mariam while 'Bal' is from my surname - Balogun.
There you have it!
Hi, I'm Mariam Balogun and it's so nice to meet you.

So what is MarBal about?
As the second and last child of my family, I had just my brother to play with at home. It wasn't so much fun for me especially when he was on his computer playing games.

So what did I do?

Nope you guessed wrong, I didn't play with teddies. I simply went into my room, for some days, and rearranged my wardrobe. It wasn't like it was scattered but I enjoyed the art of arranging, folding clothes and remodelling my space. For some other days, I simply took up the job of making-over rooms in the house and decorating them. Fast forward to years later, i had to discover myself to know who I really am and what I love to do. After searching and searching my life as to what I'm talented in,  (as I can't be Tiwa or kaffy - guess you know why)  it dawned on me that the flair in me when I was younger is definitely something to be worked on. I decided to know more about gift wrapping and presentations, and interior design.  To widen my knowledge in the aspect of designs, i took up a certified interior design course. Today, I refer to them as my passion.

 I believe my passion and the career path i chose make up who I am. I always  knew from a much tender age that I wanted to cater for people and have an impact in my own little way. I wanted to help people live better and healthier. I opted for pharmacy. This paid off for me as I enjoy every bit of it now.


In summary, these two sides of me met and gave rise to MarBal - a blend of my passion and profession. I tell myself I can't leave one for the other, I love them equally. MarBal is a dream, it's a goal and it can be achieved.

Join me as I go on this adventure. I am sure it will be challenging but fun. We can do
it - YOU AND I.

P.s I may be an interior designer and a pharmacist, but I lay no claims on being a writer.


Xoxo
MarBal