I finally listened to my 6 year old daughter and took her to see the 3D version of Alice in Wonderland.  I am glad I did, it was a wonderful movie filled with great imagination and important life lessons.  Johnny Depp is amazing and delightfully mad.   If you are a Johhny Depp fan this is a must see.  For those of you who are collecting Alice in Wonderland memorabilia, this Mad Hatter Throw is also a must and for an amazing price of only $19.95.  I have seen other stores and sites selling this or similar version for almost double that price.    Its large size (48″ x 60″) will keep you covered and warm on a couch, easy chair, or as you tumble down the rabbit hole.

sparklin’ drops of spring, photo by Steve took it

Article by Cathy Bauer, Contact Center Manager

The weather down by the Lakeside is changing quickly.  Trees and flowers are blossoming and it is very clear that Spring is here, and Summer is in the not too distant future.  This time of year is always exciting.  Each day shows us new changes.  These changes are not just apparent in the weather or our gardens, but also in our lives.  It seems to me, as soon as the weather starts to improve that we also prepare for change.  Warm weather and daffodils, for me, also means a lot of family events.  Graduation invitations seem to start coming in as soon as the Spring showers start.  Graduation events seem to lead directly into Father’s Day and then we go right to Summer picnics.

These are annual events we all either look forward to or dread.  Luckily I have found a few items that help me prpare for graduation and Summer get togethers that will help simplify my shopping.  If you are like me with graduation celebrations, and family parties on your brain, why not try our Graduation Photo Album or Tassel Frame for only $4.95 or get ready for Father’s Day and Summer Picnics try our great BBQ Entertaining Necessities.

Hopefully you find the Lakeside Collection has the right gift idea or tool to help make your shopping simpler for these fun family events.

How about letting that loved one know they are loved, here are some great ideas.  Life is so busy, it is so important to stop and show the people in your life how much they do mean to you and how much you appreciate them.  Carry on this over 200 year tradition and do so stress free on-line. We have hundreds of products that will put a smile on your loved ones face. Here are some of my favorites, what are yours?

Wood Sentiments Mirror
Cesar’s Way Book or Tip Cards
Chocolate & Rust Colored Bedding sets
Eat this, not that book