February 13th is coming just around the corner. During this season, you may be thinking about that special someone and the perfect gift to get them. However, on February 13th, we set aside romance and think about the women in our lives and ways to show our appreciation for them.
You may be thinking, what is the world is Galentine's day? Well, you can thank episode sixteen of season two of Parks and Recreation. This is the episode where Leslie gathers all of her gal pals to lunch and celebrates each of them. It's a day for ladies to celebrate ladies.
In a time where there is so much division in politics regarding women whether it be reproductive rights, equal pay, the #MeToo movement, and so on, Galentine's day is needed more than ever. It's a time to look at the ladies in your life and appreciate them for who they are, just like Valentine's day, but platonic.
Never celebrated Galentine's day or just don't know what to get your friends? Fret not! Below you will find a list of 13 ideas for you to show your friends how much you appreciate them in your life.
1. Personalized note.
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What better way to show your friends how much you care than by actually taking the time to write down reasons why you do? You know your friend the best. You know if this means a long drawn out letter or just a funny post-it note. Either option will show your friends some love this Galentine's day through words of affirmation.
2. Face masks.
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Every woman needs a spa night. A night to sit back and take care of herself. Whether you go to ulta beauty and find the most extravagant face mask you can find or a buy a bunch of the dollar ones from Target, your gal pal is going to love the idea of taking some time for herself.
3. Painted wooden pannel.
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More of an artsy fartsy person? Paint your friend a personalized wooden pannel to hang in their room, house, or even office.
4. Candy
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Gummies, chocolate, caramels, you name it - you will be able to find your friend with a sweet tooth the perfect candy.
5. Stuffed animal.
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What woman does not want a hugable stuffed animal? Heck, it doesn't have to be a stuffed animal. You could get them a stuffed poop emoji if you really wanted.
6. Books
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Got a friend who's a book worm? Check out the latest best sellers list and see if there are any new books that would be of interest to them. You could even buy them a daily devotional too.
7. Personalized socks.
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Socks have recently become the new version of bumper stickers. There are so many types of socks out there for all types of people. Get your person the best sock that fits her won personality brand.
8. Personalized ring.
Rings are also another unique way to gift your friend something that is sentimental and fits their personality as well. There are numerous rings out there for all types of styles, interests, studies, and even fandoms. All you need to know is her ring size.
9. Funky candles.
Aromatherapy is on the rise in trends, alongside with random, yet totally awesome types of candles like this cat one. Each of your friends are unique, why not get them a candle that is just as unique as them?
10. Funky tea infuser.
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Tea time is the best time. Spice up your friends tea time with a personalized tea infuser. They come in a variety from animals, to humans, to whatever you can think of really.
11. Personalized mug.
Was the tea infuser not enough? Pair it with a mug that screams your friend. It can be basic, funny, or even personalized. Whether drinking hot coco, tea, coffee, or storing trinkets is what they like to do, a mug will help do the job!
12. Funny Ladies coloring book.
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Got a friend who loves coloring and comedy? This $13 coloring book has pictures of all of our favorite women in comedy where you can color in their features. Coloring helps relax the mind and so does comedy. What better was to provide some stress relief to your best gal pal with this great combo?
13. Leslie Knope poster.
And last, but not least, what better way to celebrate Galentine's than sharing a powerful quote from the woman who started it all, Leslie Knope.
