Bobbie's Buzz: Unique, sentimental gifts

From TODAY style editor Bobbie Thomas

As we all know, gift-giving can be stressful. You
want to
give something thoughtful, practical, classic, inventive, and
above
all, from the heart. It's a delicate balancing act. From a candle that
turns
into a keepsake to notes that seem never-ending, here are a few unique
finds:

Kind Notes gift jars contain daily wishes that are perfect for graduates, newborns or
newlyweds. With over 30 pre-designed options, you can select ready-made
quotes
from their library or inject your own personality and customize it
with handwritten words of wisdom, inspiration or humor ($27.95 - 34.95). And for
a
classic 2-in-1 gift, Vera Wang's floral-scented candles come in silver
votives which turn into vases or jewelry boxes (ideal for storing
sentimental
items like wedding rings or baby's first curl) that will be treasured
for years
to come ($12.50-$98.00).

Don't have time to hit the mall? Then why not the
bookstore? To mark almost any special occasion, help someone document
memories
and milestones with the "Story Of A Lifetime Book" ($52.00) or "A Year
In My Life Journal"
($38.00).

And for a loved one going off to college, "The 5
book"
will ask "Where will you be five years from today?" ($14.95).

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