Barbara's Blog
Upon reflection, avoid perfection! Fall Crafter's tips from The Purple Wishing Gate
Have you ever tried your hand at a seemingly “easy” DIY craft project? Only to find that you’ve got half of the Dollar Store novelty items, papers, glitter, glue and a variety of other sundry items spread out over your kitchen table, with nothing to show for your efforts but a half-concocted, unidentifiable Holiday center-piece!
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September - A Beautiful Time For Change, With Help From Barbara D. MacAdam
Through the years, I’ve come to look forward to September as my favorite month of the year. By then, I’m starting to tire of the sweltering heat of the summer, and the once exciting anticipation of vacation is reduced to the hassle of packing and unpacking – not to mention the laundry that follows. Slowly, a quiet stirring within, prompts me to anticipate the inevitable change of seasons.
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Moving Tips: 3 Ways to Help Friends & Family Members Move Into a New Home
Warm their heart by buying them an affordable personal keepsake from Purple Wishing Gate. A housewarming blessing is sure to give your friend loved one the encouragement they need during their journey. They can always look back and read the poem, frame it on their wall, or keep it in a drawer as a memento of your support.
Celebrate the Troops & Veterans in Your Life This Summer With Purple Wishing Gate
How can we even begin to thank those who have risked their lives for us? And how do we make it even more meaningful when those heroes are our family members and friends? Each day, members of the military wake up with a goal to keep all of us safe and protected. While there’s no way we can ever repay them for that, we can certainly thank them!
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Love is in the Air this Summer at The Purple Wishing Gate
Summer is quickly approaching; and with the warm weather comes a wave of love at every turn. At this time of year, many people are celebrating heartwarming events and milestones; because what goes better with the sunshine than love and family? There’s never a wrong time to embrace love, but there’s also no better time to than at the beginning of summer. Many people are sharing their love for each other, bringing new life into the world, and enjoying the company of loved ones.
Spring Into the Season With Gifts From Purple Wishing Gate
Spring and early summer is a busy time for all of us. We’re juggling Mother’s and Father’s Day, graduations, birthdays, Memorial Day, weddings, retirements, the end of the school year, and many other milestones. When there are so many events to keep track of, it can be difficult to find a personal gift for everyone celebrating something this season.
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An Open Letter From Purple Wishing Gate Founder Barbara D MacAdam
MacAdam’s daughter, Bonnie Rose, passed away from cancer when she was 12 years old. Since then, MacAdam has dedicated herself to inspiring others with hopeful messages and providing children who are suffering from cancer with the resources they need to feel happy and healthy. And that’s how Purple Wishing Gate came to be.
The Votes are in! The Selected Charity for 2018 is…
Every year, we donate 10% of every religious gift purchase from our website to an organization that supports kids who have been diagnosed with cancer. Last year, we helped children at Camp Can Do enjoy new programs and supplies. And this year, we set out a goal to help even more kids. Earlier this year, we asked you to vote for the charity that you wanted to receive our donations. And with your help, we have officially chosen the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of Delaware (CCCFD) as our charity for 2018!
Share the Love With Blessing Gifts From Purple Wishing Gate
As Valentine’s Day is approaching, now is the perfect time to show your loved ones how much you care about them with a gift. But it could be hard to find the perfect gift to convey your feelings, say the words you can’t, and also encourage them. It may seem as if no gift is quite good enough for your significant other or best friend.
Who Should You Give A Blessing Gift to This New Year?
As the new year is beginning, it’s the perfect time to give your loved ones a gift “just because.” Giving your loved ones a gift for New Year’s is a great way to remind them that you love and support them. It also will motivate them to put their best foot forward as the year begins. And no gift can accomplish that quite like a blessing from Purple Wishing Gate can.
Say “Happy Birthday” With A Personalized Blessing Gift
The day a person is born is a life-changing event for everyone in the family. As a person gets older, the anniversary of their birth is celebrated with family and friends. This day is a perfect opportunity to show that person how grateful you are that they were born. Show your gratitude by giving them a birthday gift they’ll always remember.
A Gift That Expresses What Thanksgiving is All About: “A Thanksgiving Blessing”
It’s easy to forget the beauty of the sun, the moon, and the stars. We wake up and fall asleep to these beautiful sights and sometimes don’t take the time to realize it. When we hear birds chirping, we can feel annoyed rather than appreciating their melodies. The poem on “A Thanksgiving Blessing” talks about the true beauty of nature and the importance of noticing it.