Everything Inside of the February Brave Crate!!
Usually I’m all about the hearts, chocolates and love poems that surround us in February. Valentine’s day can be a great reminder to spend time focused on our most important relationship with the person we love- but when my other half is deployed it can also become a reminder of just how far apart we are from one another. Suddenly, every commercial, social media post and trip to the convenience store leaves me feeling left out and a bit lonely.
What’s been helpful in seasons like this is remembering that I am note truly missing out on anything- my love isn’t lost or absent, it’s simply evolved into a new and exciting version of itself- a Long Distance Love. By shifting my focus away from what we’re missing and onto what we’re learning about ourselves and each other in this season I’m encouraged to embrace the lovey-dovey aspect of this month of the year. Deployment can give us a unique opportunity to grow our relationship in ways that many other couples will never get to experience.
So, as we count down deployment during the month of February the Brave Crate community invites you to reconnect with your spouse by remembering just how beautiful and special your love for one another is during deployment. I hope that everything inside this month’s box helps you count down with hearts in your eyes!
– Becky Hoy | Founder, Brave Crate
Voice Recording Box by Paper Paisley
Add your own voice to any care package! Record a 20 second personal message and simply attach your voice recorder to the inside of your box. When your loved one opens it up they’ll hear your recording. Such a special surprise that allows you to truly say “I love you” from across the miles.
Showerless Shave Gel by Busy Beauty
When your loved one is far from home during deployment, things can get a little… hairy! We’ve got your emergency-shaving needs solved (no shower necessary). This is the only shave gel on the market that doesn’t need water. Simply rub on the gel, shave as normal, rub in any extra gel as moisturizer, and use a tissue to remove the hair from your razor. You’ll get a smooth shave anywhere, any time!
True Love Socks by Living Royal
It can be tough to wear your heart on your sleeve while your on the home-side of a long distance love- so instead, wear it on your feet! You don’t have to skip the valentines fun- proclaim your love with these super cute “True Love” socks!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Popcorn by Poppy
Salty, sweet and the perfect treat for a solo-date night during deployment. It’s kinda like when you go to the theater and pour your bag of peanut butter M&M’s into your popcorn and shake it all up…but here you get the buttery, chocolatey, peanut buttery bite every time! So, grab your bag, get comfy and treat yourself to a date with your favorite movie!
“United” Sign by Sincere Surroundings
What if you could see this season of long distance love as a GIFT instead of a burden? This beautiful patriotic sign is a perfect daily reminder that the duty that puts distance between you and your spouse can also be a gift that strengthens your family.
