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The Grateful Gardenia is a blog dedicated to living a happy, healthy, stylish life at every age.

FATHER'S DAY THANK YOU

June 16, 2022 janet gunn

Ski trip 2022 - Luca & Derek

This year I am a little late on the gift guide for dads, but it’s never too late to say thank you to our son’s dad, Derek, even though our guy Luca is away working as a camp counselor and getting paid (yee-haw) this Father’s Day, it’s ok because he’s doing what he loves… and we love that!

We didn’t head off on a big adventure this year, but Derek and Luca love road trips and skiing, so there were a few of those priceless moments. Fathers are so important, and our world needs great dads! There is no rule book for parenting, however, listening, quality time, and being emotionally available are qualities kiddos need…and of course Love. Derek provides all that and more, and I’m so grateful and thrilled for our young man and his gift of a father who is present.

Here are a few ideas for shopping online, keeping it short and sweet.

Look Optic - My Favorite Readers - Use my code Janet15 for all glasses.

A product for the whole family - Collective Labs

Collective Labs - "GRATEFUL25" for you -- this will give you $25 off -which includes Shampoo, Conditioner, Serum, Scalp Massager, Microfiber Hair Towel

Rapha Riding Gear / Giro Shoes / Poc Helmet

Rapha

biking helmet

Biking Shoes

Words to live by - The Daily Stoic

One Skin - Nu Calm App

One Skin - Run don’t walk for this product! For men and women, this product is a game changer for skin! Use my discount code JANET15

NuCalm - Because dads need to chill out.

Tombolo - The ultimate in Cabana and Hawaiian shirts

Vongole!' Cabana (Navy)

Polo - Green (Terrycloth)

This quote is one of my favorites. Our son knows he is loved and supported and that his life and thoughts matter.

Cheers to the wonderful fathers, father figures, and male mentors out there, you have touched the lives of people out there, you don’t even know.  Thank you for all that you do, for the hard work you put into the world, and for your strength. Thank you for our fathers whom we loved and learned from who are no longer with us, they too are remembered.

We love you, Janet, Derek & Buster

Have a beautiful day! Thank you for reading.

Good Dads - A Real Game Changer - TedTalks

Levels helps you see how food affects your health.

You can see his LEVELS Instagram Video here - Both Derek and I are learnig so much with our CGM from Levels. Neither of us is diabetic or pre-diabetic, our goal is health and longevity! But after one month of continuous monitoring, we’ve both made changes that we weren’t aware we needed to do, but are happy to do so.

Keep dad safe! How about an Alto membership? If you live in a city that is serviced by Alto it's a lovely rideshare experience. - Use my code JANET10

My dad and I - unfortunately, he passed away at a very young age in 1977. He would have been extremely proud of Luca and our family. My father graduated from T.C.U. in Ft. Worth, Texas, and was signed on to get his master’s degree at S.M.U. in Dallas where Luca attends college, unfortunately, he passed away a month before. It's a wonderful feeling to know my dad is watching over Luca and in a cosmic spiritual way,…I think my dad will receive his master’s degree.
xoxo

Tags rapha, poc, collective labs, look optic, amazon, one skin, tombolo, look optic
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These Items Are Starting to Feel Dated, so We're Wearing These Instead

April 25, 2021 janet gunn
janet gunn hark and hammer

Janet Gunn and Melissa Meyers are back with some more sartorial guidance. The stylish Los Angeles–based duo recently shared with us the flat shoe trends they’re going to be opting for instead of heels this season. Next up, we thought we’d dive deeper into their stance on various basics and other versatile items.

Both Gunn and Meyers rely on basics to balance out their day-to-day ensembles. While they have go-to pieces they won’t give up due to their easy-to-style nature, there are some simple pieces they probably won’t wear as much this season given their somewhat outdated feeling. Of course… always wear whatever you love no matter what anyone says, but for Gunn and Meyers, some items just feel slightly fresher than others. Read article here

JANET GUNN
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Trading my sweats for silks from Hark & Hamer - Use Code JANET25 / Bags - Polène

Bucket Hat / Tombolo Shirt

Bucket Hat / Tombolo Shirt

Blazer / Slipdress

Blazer / Slipdress

"Wide-brim hats still serve a purpose at the beach or poolside, but around town, a playful bucket hat keeps us looking stylish and protects our faces from the California sun." — Gunn

Elaine Kim Pant / Lulu Lemon Tank

Elaine Kim Pant / Lulu Lemon Tank

"Tie-dye continues to be a hot trend, but it’s definitely evolving. As we start to venture out more, you’ll find us wearing our favorite tie-dye as silks instead of sweats." — Gunn

Blazer

Blazer

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Janet Gunn Peninsula Hotel
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"A lightweight trench coat is the perfect outerwear piece to transition from spring to summer. A chic and fresh option instead of a typical cropped jacket." Meyers

Elaine Kim Shoe

Elaine Kim Shoe

Thank you for reading and following along! Have a great week having fun with your fashion.

xx, Janet

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In Fashion Tags chanel, hermes, zara, elaine kim, polene, weslet, sydney evan jewelry, tombolo, natori, anine bing, hark+hammer, who what wear
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Hawaiian Shirts - The New Escape Wear

July 14, 2020 janet gunn
See shopping links below.

See shopping links below.

That Aloha Vibe - Hawaiian Shirts
I've been wearing Hawaiian Shirts for over 30 years now, It's just one of those wardrobe staples that hangs in my closet longing for summer and fun in the sun. When I see them hanging on the rack I can literally smell suntan lotion and plumerias and when I slip into these shirts I slip into that Aloha Spirit and that feels oh so good.
I've sourced out a few of my favorites listed below and my most recent discovery is from Tombolo (pictured center) thank you, Cathy… This brand is known for bringing back the golden era of Hawaiian Shirts and I couldn't agree more.
Turn on some Hawaiian tunes, and slip into a little “escape-wear” with the shopping links below.

Since we might not reach our favorite getaway, might as well enjoy your at-home vacay in vintage Hawaiian style.

Oahu Moana surf rider

The above Hawaiian shirt is 29 years old. I had someone try to buy it off my back a few years ago on Kaui but I couldn’t part with it. The brand is Jams, it’s a men’s xs.

Flamingo TarTare  / For Restless Sleepers Pant

Flamingo TarTare / For Restless Sleepers Pant

Crouching Tiger / Cami x Jax Suit

Crouching Tiger / Cami x Jax Suit

River Bloom Cabana Crop

River Bloom Cabana Crop

Aloha,

Thank you for reading,

Janet

28 Palms Women’s Loose Fit

F.R.S. For Restless Sleepers

Re-Done

Playa of Eden

The Hana Shirt Co.

Avanti

In Fashion Tags hawaiian hotels, Hawaiian shirts, tombolo, cami and jax, for resteless sleepers
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