10 good reasons to send someone a gift basket in March

The month of March is soon on its way and when people think of the March holidays, they immediately think of St. Patrick’s Day and sometimes Easter. It turns out that there are many more reasons to celebrate than these two “traditional holidays.” Here are other celebratory occasions for the month ahead.

one. Oscar night: This year, Oscar Night is on March 2. Oscar Night is that wonderful night when the Academy of Film, Arts and Sciences has a love fest for the best film of the year. Despite all the awards that must be won for Hollywood stars, the Oscar is the most coveted.

For the “little people,” Oscar Night traditions include Oscar Parties around the television, making snacks and mixing cocktails, and making friendly bets on who will win. It’s like the Super Bowl with movie stars. And just like the day after the Super Bowl, where sports fans gather around water coolers, local bars and anywhere everyone can hear, movie fans will spend the next day sharing trivia about theater and the theater, and everyone will be trying to impress each other with “did you know” facts about the winners.

People don’t just watch the Oscars to see what the best movie of the year was. As we watch the Super Bowl to see the commercials and what scandal will happen at this year’s halftime show, many are taking part in Oscar mania to see the dresses and keep track of who was worst dressed and who was best dressed, and sometimes the least dressed.

2. I want you to be happy day

When: Always March 3

One of the lesser known March holidays, this is probably one of the most important secular holidays that should be more widely recognized.

I want you to be happy The day is a day dedicated to selflessness. “I want you to be happy” is a feeling that we express for those we care about or love.

How do you observe this day? Well, since we all know what they say about “wishing on a hand,” use the holidays as an opportunity to do more than just wish someone happiness. Do something to make someone happy. Send someone a gift basket that will brighten their day.

Other ideas:

• Pick up the phone and call (don’t text…CALL) someone.

• Deliver sincere praise as if it were your job.

• Go to the kitchen and prepare some love and serve your loved one their favorite food.

Don’t be afraid to be creative! There are endless ways to make someone happy!

3. Mardi Gras-Fat Tuesday

When: March 4, 2014

Time to eat and drink!

Fat Tuesday is the day before Ash Wednesday. It is also known as Mardi Gras Day or Shrove Tuesday. It’s a day to eat like a glutton and completely derail your New Year’s weight loss resolutions (if you haven’t already), as the next day is Ash Wednesday, which is the start of a period of fasting. 40 days for Christians. In more modern times, not as many people fast, but many will sacrifice something special. Thus, Fat Tuesday is the “last hurrah” for those cookies, McDonald’s chips, chocolate or any other must-have snack.

Fun fact: In New Orleans, the city best known for Mardi Gras celebrations and debauchery, on Bourbon Street, store owners and store managers cover poles and columns with petroleum jelly to prevent drunken partiers from climbing them . (I do the same thing with my bird feeder to keep squirrels out. Just saying.)

Four. National Employee Appreciation Day

When: March 7, 2014

If you have to gift your boss something for Boss’s Day, it seems only fair that employees should be honored as well. Employee Appreciation Day does just that and honors employees everywhere!

On this day, your company should be planning and executing celebrations. Recognitions are as varied as managers and bosses and can include snacks, luncheons, cakes or other treats, or the ever-coveted “World’s Best Employee” mug. If you want the day off, you will have to use a personal day.

5. International Day of Working Women

When: March 8, 2014

International Working Women’s Day is an internationally recognized holiday sponsored by the United Nations. However, do not send a thank you card thanking the UN for founding this important day. The origins of Women’s Day began in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The holiday grew out of the socialist women’s movements and the first women’s union organizations.

The first International Day of Working Women took place on March 19, 1911. Prior to this celebration, Women’s Day was celebrated by socialist women and trade unions in early February 1908. International Women’s Day focuses on working women, promoting women’s rights in the workplace, politics and society.

6. absolutely amazing children’s day

When: Always March 15

What parent won’t want a day where they can announce to everyone how amazing their kids are? Celebrating this holiday that was created by Campfire USA is easy – make it a point to show them how much you care and how cool they are! Campfire USA suggests writing your favorite child or children a letter that shows your love. Gift baskets or tokens of appreciation are other ideas.

7. Purim

When: March 15, 2014

Purim is actually a two-day event that begins at sunset on the fourteenth day of Adar, the twelfth month of the Jewish calendar. (March 14 for Gentiles).

Just as Christmas is one of the most festive Christian holidays, Purim is the most festive Jewish holiday. The children dress up and exchange gifts. Solemn synagogues turn into festive arenas. Children love to shake noisemakers known as “Graggers”.

What is the reason for all these great festivities? Purim celebrates Queen Esther, King Ahasuerus, Mordechai, and Haman. Purim first took place in the Persian Empire in the 5th century BCE. C. Purim celebrates a great victory against the Jewish oppression that occurred during that time.

8. Erin Go Braugh – St. Patrick’s Day

When: Always March 17

St. Patrick’s Day is that magical day when everyone gets a little Irish, the green ale flows freely, and people leave work for the parade. Contrary to popular belief, St. Patrick’s Day was not meant to be a day of drunken debauchery. It was actually created in honor of… (spoiler alert) Saint Patrick, who didn’t invent green beer but served as a missionary and brought Christianity to Ireland in the 400s AD

What does Erin Go Braugh mean? The most common Irish expression means “Ireland forever”.

Fun fact: More than 34 million Americans come from Irish descent. This number is 9 times the population of Ireland!

9. national prank day

When: Always March 22

Who doesn’t love a day designated for fun and relaxation? This is the day to do everything and anything except what you are supposed to do.

Assuming you don’t get in trouble with the boss and risk losing your job, take advantage of this day to do something fun: go to the golf course, go fishing, surf the Internet, read a book. The list goes on! This day is about you doing something you enjoy.

10. National Doctor’s Day

When: always on March 30

National Doctor’s Day was created so that we can show our appreciation to (Spoiler Alert)… our doctors. Doctors ask us the question: “What is wrong with me?” and provide treatment and care to you and your loved ones. When we are healthy Doctors keep us healthy and when we are sick they move Heaven and Earth to make us healthy again.

This is the day that you simply tell your doctor how much you appreciate him. Don’t you have a medical appointment on March 30? Say thank you on your next visit or send your thanks with a gift basket.