Another lockdown is likely upon us, and with curfews and social-distancing orders back in place, many of us are anticipating time away from our loved ones. While these measures help keep us safe, they don't make being away from your favorite uncle or your tech-loving grandparents any easier. It's especially difficult during the holidays, which are typically a time for happy reunions. But until we can gather safely in person, we will have to comfort ourselves with regular FaceTime calls and unexpected gifts that add joy and variety to the monotony of each day.
I've curated some sentimental presents that capture these feelings of love and hope at a time like this. Share them with your family this whole season.
Bring back the memories of years past with this Grandma's Kitchen Candle ($34).
Get a pen pal and start using these Open When Letters ($25).
Keep the house filled with their favorite scents with this Lagunamoon Essential Oils Gift Set ($10).
Get the Natural Reed Diffuser ($24) while you're at it, too.
The tea-lovers of the family will get through this Tea Gift Set ($15) quickly.
And you can't forget the matching Floral China Tea Set ($46).
Start a book club with your siblings, then document every meeting in this Book Club Journal ($9).
Get one of this Set of Two Long Distance Friendship Lamps ($170), and gift the other to your favorite cousin.
With the Facebook Portal — Smart Video Calling ($179), it's never been easier to stay connected.
Gift your parents a bottle of the McBride Sisters California Red Blend ($19), or five.
This Cozy Autumn Day Bouquet ($41 and up) will brighten up any day and last for a while.
Capture and print your memorable moments instantly with this Polaroid Lab ($130).
This Personalized Family Recipe Board ($100) will bring smiles and heartwarming moments.
Make sure everyone receives a Personalized Family Mug ($30 each).
Toast to all your blessings with the gift of this Champagne Coupe Set ($195).
Send them this Mini Holiday Perfume Travel Set ($25) so you can wear the same scents.
Because who doesn't love an indulgent Exfoliate + Glow Head-to-Toe Self Care Trio ($42)?
Keep them healthy and physically strong with this Superfood Latte Kit ($77).
Get this Fleur d'Oranger Room Spray ($81 and up) for you and your sibling so your rooms can smell the same.
These Custom Travel Photo Coasters ($65 and up) may actually just serve as decor.
Send this Founders' Favorites Gift Box ($100) on a day when they least expect it, and watch them call you right away.
Start a cooking challenge with The Taste of Country Cooking ($16), which packs trailblazing chef Edna Lewis's most prized recipes.
This Campbell's Tomato Soup ($1) makes a great base for so many recipes, and you can make them together over FaceTime this year.