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Mother’s Day: Give the Gift that Gives Back

May 7, 2014 By Lena

I’ve never been one for showy, over-the-top presents. In fact, if you follow me on social media, you’ll immediately know that I appreciate gestures from the heart, gifts of use, and thoughtful ways to convey love and affection. (Of course, I will be swayed by a designer handbag from time to time, but hey, I’m only human!)

And so, with Mother’s Day just around the corner, it’s no surprise that I’m less about candy and flowers, and more about how I can revel in my blessings. Of course, this drives my husband up the wall, as he is convinced he needs to present me with a wrapped gift. So, I try to find suggestions that celebrate my love of fashion, is a gift from the heart, and one that gives back to a worthy initiative. At the top of my list? A Me to We Artisans Neno Mom Bracelet, handcrafted by Maasai mamas in Kenya. This impactful piece features a hand-cast brass pendant inscribed with ‘MOM’, and is accented with brass beads and a single pearl.

Me to We Nemo BraceletThere are many reasons I love this piece. First, it’s a unique design that is neither showy nor mass-produced. Haven’t you heard? Tiffany bracelets are so 2005, sister. Second, at just $24.99, available at www.metowe.com, it’s an affordable gift that transcends cultures and generations. But the most important reason I’m selecting the Nemo Bracelet as the perfect gift for mom?

For each bracelet purchased, DHL Express, Me to We’s logistics partner, will donate $5 to provide one health clinic visit to a mother and child in a Free The Children community overseas.

DHL Express provides in-kind shipping services to move Artisans products from Free The Children’s Adopt a Village countries to Me to We headquarters, helping connect over 800 Maasai mamas to a greater market for their traditional beadwork. By expanding the reach of Me to We Artisans products, the mamas are empowered with a sustainable income to lift their families and communities out of poverty.

impact-2This Mother’s Day, the choices for gifts are endless. And the truth is, maybe the Nemo Bracelet is not your style. Or perhaps you’re not a lover of bracelets. I get it – I’m not keen on jewelry either. But I will ask my husband to purchase this bracelet just the same. Because every time I see it hanging on my bureau mirror, or mixed up in my jewelry box, I will be reminded that it is a gift that celebrates and empowers mothers everywhere. It is a gift that gives from one mama to another.

Click here to visit www.metowe.com.

Filed Under: Fashion Tagged With: DHL, Me to We, Mother' Day, Nemo Bracelet

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  1. La Cuisine d'Helene

    May 7, 2014 at 12:10 pm

    I have never seen these bracelets before. What a great idea for Mother’s Day.

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:31 pm

      Please do check them out Helene!

  2. heather robbins

    May 7, 2014 at 12:16 pm

    Such a great cause!

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:31 pm

      It is! I’m glad you agree!

  3. Anne Taylor

    May 7, 2014 at 12:46 pm

    Beautiful bracelet for a beautiful cause! Thanks for sharing!

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:33 pm

      You’re welcome Anne!

  4. JaimeeM

    May 7, 2014 at 1:17 pm

    These handstamped bracelets are very pretty, I love the cause that runs behind them!

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:34 pm

      I agree, Jaime!

  5. Judy C (Judy Cowan)

    May 7, 2014 at 6:31 pm

    Love the cause behind these bracelets!

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:34 pm

      Me too Judy :)

  6. Chandra Christine O'Connor

    May 8, 2014 at 5:10 am

    What a fabulous cause.

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      Agreed, and such a thoughtful gift!

  7. Victoria Ess

    May 8, 2014 at 11:22 am

    Thanks for the link to the website. I will be checking it out.

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      Please do Victoria!

  8. caryn s

    May 8, 2014 at 2:11 pm

    I love these bracelets they are so pretty! I also love that when you buy them part of the money goes to charity!

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      For sure! Thanks Caryn!

  9. Marissa

    May 8, 2014 at 8:43 pm

    Great bracelet for such a worthy cause! Thanks for sharing Lena!

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      You’re welcome Marissa!

  10. MrDisco

    May 9, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    That’s a cute bracelet

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:35 pm

      It’s beautiful!

  11. Nicky

    May 10, 2014 at 10:22 am

    very pretty!

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      :) Thanks, I agree!

  12. Flora M

    May 10, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    Fantastic idea and I am so glad that more big corporations are donating to worthy causes ;)
    Definitely going to check out the site, even if it is a little late for this mother’s day, I will have plenty of time for the next one :)

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      Absolutely Flora! Thanks!

  13. Debbie W

    May 10, 2014 at 4:25 pm

    It supports charity, and it’s a wonderful keepsake.

    • Lena

      May 10, 2014 at 4:36 pm

      Couldn’t agree more :)

  14. NT

    May 12, 2014 at 9:54 am

    I love the whole Me to We organization. I’m so glad you did a post to support them.

    • Lena

      May 12, 2014 at 12:02 pm

      Thank you NT. It’s a great organization!

  15. Melinda L.

    May 12, 2014 at 11:14 am

    Such awesome bracelets. I enjoyed working for Free the Children and Me to We a few years back. I just love what they do!

    • Lena

      May 12, 2014 at 12:08 pm

      That’s awesome Melinda!

  16. Nettie Colvin

    May 12, 2014 at 4:41 pm

    Hello. I love the meaning of the Mom bracelet and what it does from 1 Mom to another.☺

    • Lena

      May 13, 2014 at 8:12 am

      Couldn’t have said it better Nettie :)

  17. BobbiJo Pentney

    August 12, 2014 at 10:08 am

    I love gifts with meaning.

  18. kathy downey

    July 29, 2016 at 9:22 am

    I have never seen these bracelets before,but i do love what they stand for.

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