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4 Ways To Thank Mom and Dad

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Parents sacrifice a lot. Over the years, they put dreams on the side, watching their little ones grow and develop. Often, they’re choosing to pay for camp or sports rather than taking that vacation or buying something personal. On top of that, they’re loving despite the changing hormones and rollercoaster emotions that they’re facing from kids. Now that you’re older say thank you to mom and dad in a way that truly shows you appreciate their effort and love. Here are four gifts they are sure to adore.

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1. Reclaim Family Videos

Back in the day, the video camera came out, capturing the special moments in your family life. These tapes likely sit somewhere to the side not often looked at anymore. These treasures could become a touching present. Find experts in video services Massachusetts who can fix any concerns with the old tapes and piece together a complied video. Plan a special showing with everyone together. Don’t forget the popcorn.

2. Splurge on a Trip

Repay your parents for all of those toys by gifting them a special vacation. Have they always wanted to cruise the high seas? Would they love a weekend at the beach? Select a location that they cherish. Book a night or two and cover the costs of room and board.

3. Create Photo Items

Several online services now make personalized belongings simple. Browse through mouse pads, blankets and coffee cups. Place your favorite family images on the items.

4. Make a Family Dinner

Cook for mom and dad! Invite them over for a family dinner. Feel free to relax with a barbeque or elevate the meal with your parents’ favorite dishes. Grab a nice bottle of wine. Set the table, and pick out some board games from childhood. Sometimes time and thought are all you need.

After everything mom and dad have done, it could be nice to give back. Whether big or small, the gesture is a way to express your appreciation and love. Whatever you do, remain personal. Thought matters here.

Matching Outfits for the Fam Bam and the Pooch Too!

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Who loves to have matching pjs for the whole family and even your adorable pets? I bet you do, too. I was browsing those cute prints from LazyOne family pajamas and could not help myself adding the items to the shopping cart. The loungewear is so pretty, right? They are in fashion since the quarantine took effect.

Our family has been home-bound since the government declared quarantine five months ago. My daughter is working from home and is comfortable wearing shirts and pajamas even in the daytime. On the other hand, my son is taking online learning classes twice a week and accepts art commissions during his free time. He, too, is comfortable wearing shirts and shorts sets while doing his stuff.

Pajamas are comfortable to wear because they are commonly made of cotton materials and do not feel icky when you sweat.

Checking on their website, LazyOne also carries cute and fun socks. My daughter loves a pair of printed socks. I would be happy to add two more for her and myself to the shopping cart. 

I have got our dog, a cute bandana as well. Oreo would look good wearing one in his next photo.

We have not tried any of the products from LazyOne just yet, but the company touches on some good points, which I think are necessary before buying from them.

According to their website, the company only works with factories with sound environmental policies; they use recycled or recyclable paper for their hangers and hang tags. In addition, the company uses azo-free dyes when coloring or dyeing the fabrics.

It is good to note that pjs and socks are the best gift idea for the coming Christmas season. You do not need to go to the physical shop to purchase them. You can all order these items directly from their website. Besides family loungewear sets, they also have something for your house. So, check them out.

Labor Day and Final Family Getaway!

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Megan Gates is an active blogger who provides written work to the blogosphere pertaining to Long Island Rentals, Hamptons Real Estate, home improvement and the latest architecture, design and fashion. Follow her on twitter @MEGatesDesign.

With Labor Day and the start of a new school year around the corner, families may be looking for one last summer getaway before the season changes. If you are an owner of a rental summer home, then keeping your home up to date with the latest design trends will keep people renting your property year after year. Whether you’re near the ocean, a lake or a hot spot in the city, these tips can transcend through any property.

When people vacation with friends or family, they don’t want to have the usual struggle for space that they do at home. Keeping the amenities in your rental property feeling luxurious is the key to having people truly enjoy renting your space.

If your house has an open concept, then you are a step ahead in keeping with the latest trends. An open concept floor plan allows for people to do what vacation is intended for, spending time together with their family and friends. Some people may not prefer an open concept floor plan because they may not feel it is private enough. However, a closed concept floor plan can make a property feel smaller than it actually is.

Having a rental property with a lot of bedrooms and bathrooms is ideal for allowing guests to have a lot of their loved ones getaway with them. People like to feel pampered when they are on vacation so bringing a very luxurious feel into those important spaces is significant. The new trends of bathrooms are big and lavish. Making your bathrooms feel like a spa, even if it is a small bathroom, is paramount.

Another new trend is outdoor living space. Instead of seeing a backyard as a space to simply maintain, think of it as an extension of your house and a place to add useful square footage. People love to see outdoor kitchens, living rooms and garden rooms. This adds another space to entertain, say for a Labor Day BBQ, and spend time together.

Lastly, work with what you have when it comes to interior design. Look for inspiration in the area where your property is. There is no need to give a house on the shore a mountain cabin theme. Make your beach house look like a beach house and your place in the city an ultra-modern urban feel.

With these design tips, and any more that you want to share, your summer rental property will be a hit for renters to finish the summer out with.