The Warmth of Gifting: How a Thoughtful Box Can Bring Comfort

Not every gift is about birthdays, holidays, or big celebrations. Sometimes, the most meaningful gifts are the ones given in the quiet moments — when someone is hurting, grieving, or simply needs to feel seen.

Recently, I had the honor of putting together a gift box for a college student who had just lost her grandma. She was far from home, feeling the weight of her loss, and this little package was a way to send her comfort across the miles.

Inside, I tucked in cozy socks (the next best thing to a hug), soothing shea butter lotion, a bar of milk chocolate for a touch of sweetness, and a wildflower seed card — something she could plant in her grandma’s memory, a reminder that love keeps growing.

It wasn’t elaborate or extravagant, but that’s the beauty of gifting: it doesn’t have to be. A thoughtful combination of small things can carry so much meaning.

At Oh Hey, Gift Day, that’s at the heart of what I do. Each box is curated to fit the moment — whether it’s joy, encouragement, or sympathy — and wrapped with the intention of making someone’s day just a little lighter, a little brighter, a little warmer.

Because gifts aren’t just objects. They’re hugs, reminders, and connections wrapped up with care. And in those hard seasons, they can be exactly what someone needs.

✨ Curated. Wrapped. Done.