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Gifts of Elevation

Not so common graduation gift ideas make a bold statement!

Most High School students everywhere are looking forward to that strut across the stage to their diploma and that final hand shake and look at the principal. They are charged up for what the future holds.

Helping them get there is a big job for their parents, but when it comes to gifts of congratulations you can play a role as well. Money is one of the most common and popular of gifts given at this time. Others at the top of the list are jewelry, clothes, picture frames and dorm or apartment items needed for college.

I have a few uncommon ideas for your shopping pleasure:

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  • CD (certificate of deposit) with the terms of 6 months to 1 year. This will help them with saving and giving them the ability to have a emergency fund. 
  • Planner (Franklin Planner or Erin Condren) this will keep them on task and organized for social events as well as express their creativity.
  • Thank you cards - Yes expressing gratitude is a good way to get the ball rolling for a great future.

These are just a couple of nice gift ideas that may not be as fun but will make life more pleasurable. 

You know our motto here at Merci Cadeaux, always reflect the heart of the giver and the character of the recipient in every gift you give.   

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Good Giving!

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