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By: Anne M. Raso
Here are some of life’s little luxuries—as well as medium and big ones—that are things mom would never buy for herself! They undoubtedly can totally “make” her big day though, and they show a lot of thought and caring!
I will make it no secret—I am in love with the mandarin, peach, and orchid of the L’Occitane Neroli & Orchid Collection and you can get the best products in one great set for mom called La Collection De Grasse Neroli & Orchidee Collector’s Set. The box comes with a fancy orchid design and a yellow grosgrain ribbon so you do not even have to wrap it; $85 at L’Occitane stores and loccitane.com.
Alapure Pomegranate & Cassis Body Butter ($19.98) is a completely natural concoction that leaves…
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