50+ Gift Ideas For A Man

Aren't boys so hard to buy gifts for? With the holidays coming up, I've really been stressing about this. I never know what to get my husband, brothers, dad, grandpa, etc. I have been brainstorming all winter long and have come up with a pretty good list, (or at least I think so,) so I thought, why not share it? Some ideas are tacky, some are expensive, some are lame, but brainstorming means the good AND the bad so suck it up and deal with it!

So here we go, my list of gift ideas for the male:

1. Anything with a remote control: Really though. A car, helicopter, robot, whatever it is, boys love it.
2. A good pair of shoes: Who doesn't love a GOOD pair?
3. A Robe: Every man needs a big, comfy robe to lounge in on Saturdays.
4. Gift Cards: Unoriginal, but always get used.
5. Movie/Cd/Game: Just don't get him a game if you're tired of how much he already plays his gaming system! 
6. Stocking: Full of fun trinkets! (See bottom of the post.)
7. Tie: Isn't this the most typical man gift? It works every time.
8. Wallet: They get worn out so fast, a new one every once in a while is perfect!
9. Headphones: So that he doesn't blast his music anymore.
10. Office Supplies: Seriously, office supplies can be fun, (they sure make me excited!)
11. Lunchbox: Whether it's a plastic Batman one or a black material-type one, it'll be useful for the office workers.
12. Nerf Guns: For the child inside every man.
13. Zombie Survival Kit: They do exist. (Survival kits, not Zombies.)
14. Tablet or Ipad: Always fun, (just be prepared to spend $$)
15. USB Port: You can find some real fun ones online!
16. Hat: Especially great for the outdoorsy type!
17. Tool Set: Nothing makes a man feel more manly than a big set of tools!
18. Tshirt: www.threadless.com. You're welcome.
19. Phone Case: Guys love them too.
20. Hoodie: Keep it simple, no bright colors or weird designs/pictures.
21. Chess Set: Great for the adorable geek, (and they have awesome varieties online!)
22. Foosball Table: Not a full on table, ($$) but the small table top kind. Super fun and just as good.
23. Mug: Fill it with something yummy!
24. Belt Buckle: Help him old those pants up!
25. Tent or Camping Gear: For the outdoorsy man who doesn't already have one.
26. A Candy Machine: Every one needs one in their home, (and boys like candy!)
27. Car Accesories: Fun cars make fun boys.
28. Cologne or Body Wash: Mmmmmm, boy smells.
29. A Small Cactus: Makes a room look homely, but hardly needs any care.
30. TV Dinner Trays: For a guy living on his own, these could be wonderful!
31. Gas or Oil Changes Card: Got an oil changes card once and it was the most useful gift!
32. A Watch: As long as it looks awesome and you know it would be worn.
33. Pajamas: A comfy pair is perfect to lounge in.
34. Harley Davidson Rental For A Day: Give a man his dream without spending thousands.
35. Gorillapod: If he likes taking pictures, this is the absolute best!
36. Sonicare Electric Toothbrush: I'm not kidding.
37. A Book: Or a book on cd if he has a long commute.
38. Tie Rack: For the 1000's of ties he owns.
39. Longboard: Try one. They're fun.
40. Homemade Coupons: For the romantic who is just too shy to ask for a back rub.
41. Emergency Kit: Not exciting, but would be useful in the future.
42. Magazine Subscription: I don't recommend Playboy. . .
43. Sporting Event/Concert Tickets: So fun for him and you!
44. GPS: If he doesn't already have one on his phone.
45. Professional Massage Coupon: Believe it or not, some guys love massages!
46. A Pet: A fish, snake, or dog, they're all fun!
47. Backpack or Laptop Case: For the college student.
48. Cooking Classes: Or any type of lesson/class he may be interested in.
49. Beanbag: The right one can be the comfiest.
50. Apron: Make sure it's a manly one, (no lace or ruffles!)

And last but not least, a few stocking stuffer ideas:

A leatherman or pocket knife, batteries, beef jerkey, his favorite candy, man jewelry, socks, keychain, Hot Wheels car, bottle opener, handheld electronic game, hand sanitizer, deodorant, floss, hackey sack, magic eight ball, measuring tape, camera memory card, gold balls or hobby goodies, kitchen items, gloves, windshield scraper, handheld heat packs, sticky notes, planner, chapstick, gum or mints, money clip, Sharpies, silly putty, deck of cards, toothbrush, water bottle, travel mug, flashlight, puzzle, aaaaaand that's all I got.

This list is not perfect and doesn't have the best ideas in the world, but if you're stuck and don't know what to get your guy, (or any guy,) I hope this list helps get your brain juices flowing!

Also, if you have any great gift ideas not listed, please share in the comments!

I Don't Like People

It's time for me to talk about something. This thing is a big deal to me people!

Yeah I want to talk about people.

I have a problem with people. I don't like them.  oh wait, don't go getting the wrong idea! I love my family, I love my friends, I love interacting with people, but it has to be on my terms and with someone I know.


The following are scenarios that make me cringe:

• Calling someone on the phone. Especially if I'm placing an order or scheduling something. I feel vulnerable and confused when on the phone, I just don't enjoy it. (My husband does all the calling in our relationship.)
• Going through a drive-thru. I panic that they won't hear me, or that they might hear me wrong, and then I have this fear that they won't let me correct it at the window. Call me maybe crazy.
• Running into people I know. I can't do it. I hate doing it. I refuse to do it. When I'm shopping or working, I don't want to see a familiar face. I am so not even kidding. I see someone I know and I literally BOLT in the opposite direction. Example needed? Ok, just the other day at work someone I know came in so I ran into the freezer and waited for 5 minutes until they were out of sight. I love familiar faces, but I do not like or appreciate being caught off guard.

Situations like the above freak me the heck out, seriously give me anxiety, and sometimes make me cry. 

If you see me at the store do me a favor and act like I'm a stranger. It will make me feel so much better.

Please and Thank you just so much!

10 Facts For You From Me

I have started a million blogs, (and don't a million blogs start this way?)

I have a current blog that is pretty great, but not heading in the direction I'd like it to. (It's found here.) Because I am highly unsatisfied with my boring blog skills, I have chosen to create a new blog in the hopes of being awesomely entertaining, telling fun stories and facts, talking in randoms, and sharing yummy treats and crafts I've done with others.

I'm not a writer. I'm not a cook. I am not some expert crafter. But isn't it always fun to try?

Since this is a new blog, and blog post number eins, I will do what the typical blogger does. I will share some facts about myself with the rest of the world, (world meaning maybe three of you,) who will ever read this.

Fun fact time! Fun fact tiiiiiiiiime! 

(As I am singing "Fun fact time," in my head, another song comes to mind. . . Find it here.)

1. No my name is not Candy, but don't go calling me a liar yet! Candice is my name, (as in canned ice, Kansas, cactus, etc.) but people, (people meaning my husband,) call me Candy.

2. I am a 22 year old wifey, mom to be, sister, daughter, aunt, cousin, friend, co-worker, blonde haired and blue eyed, always hungry, quiet but crazy, a little mental in my head, female.

3. I enjoy many things, but I also don't.

I enjoy boating, toys, and family.

I don't enjoy hiking, being dirty, and bad hair days.

4. I have been married for a little over a year and have a baby on the way, (due in June!) Shane and I got married in the Oquirrh Mountain Temple, (yes I am LDS, find out what I believe here.) on the windiest day of the year. Besides no snow and the husband sleeping in, it was a blissfully, blundery, perfect day.

5. I consider myself antisocial.

6. My tummy is grumbling as I type, I think it's possible that it might be trying to tell me something??

7. I don't know anyone else who loves colors as much as my husband and I do, (baby's nursery is already planned and will be rainbow colors. It will be awesome.)

8. If I could shave my head and pull it off, I would do it. Today I would!

9. Anyone else feel like 10 Fun Facts always turn into a 1 Fun Fact and 9 Other Facts That Aren't Near As Fun Because I Just Can't Think of Anything Else to Say list?

10. Bring me Diet Coke and I will be your friend forever.

There you go. Ten facts about me that aren't as fun as I originally intended them to be. I'm sure I could give you much better facts about me, like the fact that I wish I were a mermaid or that I have willingly and for no real reason eaten three live worms, but I will save the extra super funness for later. After all, how else am I going to keep people interested?

To end my blog post, I'd like to know this: 

Do you have a blog? 

Please leave me a comment with a link to your blog so I can read your thoughts and get in your head!