Dear friends,
As days turned into weeks and then months, this year felt endlessly long and yet lightning-fast. We are definitely looking forward to the new year and bidding farewell to 2020.
Before we do, the fireflies* compiled a few of our favorite things. We've got a smorgasbord for you: from environmentally-friendly and DIY gifts to charitable suggestions and tasty treats.
We're especially proud of our 2021 Florida Ranches Calendar - a beautiful, throwback gift for people to enjoy all year long and a labor of love for us to publish.
The holidays will look different this year, but our hearts are still filled with love for our family and friends and hope that brighter days are around the corner.
With kindness,
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Stacy Weller Ranieri
Founder, President, and Chief Illuminator
* fireflies - how we affectionately refer to our team
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The 2021 Florida Ranches Calendar. In a time when so much is online and digital, where a beautiful image is something you just scroll past in an Instagram feed, our Florida Ranches Calendar is a classic, printed wall calendar to be enjoyed all year round! It's a great gift for anyone on your list! Firefly is honored to be the publisher of this award-winning calendar and share with you the breathtaking images of ranches from around the state. Click here to purchase.
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To view the online gallery and many other paintings for sale, check out the virtual exhibition here!
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So Many Ways to Give from the Heart |
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Whether it's local or global, nonprofits are always looking for your time, talent, or treasure. It always starts from the heart.
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House of Hope. In our opinion, the most impactful local nonprofit in Martin County - helping to end hunger and hardship in our community. The fireflies volunteered our time at their thrift store this week (pictured at right). Click here to make a donation of time or money. The need has never been greater.
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The Salvation Army. With fewer Red Kettles this year, they need your support more than ever! Click here to find out how to save Christmas for those facing poverty, hunger, and job loss.
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Charity Water. There are 785 million people in the world who live without clean water. Access to clean water means education, income, and health - especially for women and kids. Support this global non-profits life-sustaining efforts here.
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Earth-friendly, people friendly- and sensible too! |
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Holiday shopping can be stressful, but environmentally-friendly options are a breeze. With more people spending time at home, here are some practical ideas. |
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Recyclable Wrapping Paper - About 2.3 million pounds of wrapping paper end up in landfills each year. There are so many eco-friendly alternatives, but this one's our favorite because it grows and blooms into colorful wildflowers!
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Buy a pair of these quality, comfy socks, and Bombas donates a pair on your behalf to those need. This company has already donated over 40 million pairs to help the homeless!
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Another way to reduce plastic litter is by using reusable metal straws. Durable, portable, easy to clean, and a great stocking stuffer!
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Gardening Cocktail Kit - With all of us spending more time at home, gardening is becoming more popular than ever. Here's a fun way to become your own mixologist, and grow herbs for your cocktails. (Hint: Stacy wants this for Christmas.)
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Super simple DIY crafts. As a gift or for yourself, a great way to channel your creative energy and spend quality time at home with your family. We've got some extra bright ideas in here. We can't help it. We're fireflies!
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Puzzles! Customize your own on Zazzle or choose a Stacy Ranieri original painting and she'll make one for you!
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These candles are gorgeous and make for the perfect centerpiece! Material and time are minimal for this custom-made craft. As a bonus, even the candle holders smell delightful!
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Celebrate the Festival of Lights this year with this beautiful manzanita-branch menorah, sprayed shimmering silver and trimmed with candles.
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If you're like many people during this pandemic, you've hoarded toilet paper. Instead of tossing the cardboard tubes, use them to make an elegant wreath like this one!
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This is a fun way to decorate those mason jars that you have laying around the house! These are perfect for decorating both the inside and outside of your home! Using a battery-operated tea light gives off the perfect warm glow.
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You'll thank us for these. Here are our favorite holiday recipes! |
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The orange zest, Gruyere cheese, cranberries, and chives make this one of the most scrumptious holiday recipes there is!
Can you guess whose favorite recipe this is? Click here to find out!
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These slow-roasted grape crostini with goat cheese, walnuts, and a drizzle of honey are sure to make your mouth water!
Can you guess whose favorite recipe this is? Click here to find out!
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The oranges, cloves, and cinnamon sticks will leave your home smelling heavenly. This recipe is a delicious way to celebrate the holidays!
Can you guess whose favorite recipe this is? Click here to find out!
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These rich peppermint truffles are the perfect match for any chocolate craving. This recipe makes plenty for sharing, but they're so delicious, you may want them all for yourself!
Can you guess whose favorite recipe this is? Click here to find out!
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We hope these firefly favs sparked some illuminating ideas of your own as you prepare for the holidays.
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For more info, visit our website, email or call us at 772.287.5272.
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