Letterbox under £10 Birthday Gift Box | September

It was the first of September, a day that felt like a quiet sigh after the wild vibrancy of summer. Sarah, sitting at her kitchen table, felt it more than most. Her birthday was approaching, and the milestone felt less like a celebration and more like a gentle reminder of the years gone by. The day was overcast, much like her mood, and the usual hustle felt muted.

Then, a soft thud on the doormat broke the silence. It wasn't the usual junk mail; this was a small, neat parcel, perfectly sized to fit through the letterbox. The handwriting on the label was unfamiliar, yet the surprise felt deeply personal. Inside, nestled in sustainable eco-crinkle, was a world of calming blue.

The first item she lifted was a small,handcrafted heart hug bracelet.  It was a gift that said, "Sending you a birthday hug," a message she hadn't realised she desperately needed to hear.

Next, her fingers found a small packet of natural facial steam blend, filled with fragrant botanicals, promised a moment of spa-like indulgence. Her sister had sent this, knowing Sarah's love for simple, natural pleasures and her need for a moment of quiet pampering.

A packet of Calm blend tea bags promised a warm, comforting ritual, perfect for quiet mornings or reflective evenings. But the true heart of the gift lay in the two exquisite, exclusively designed art cards. The first card held a simple, encouraging slogan in elegant script: "My Soul is well." It was a phrase that resonated deeply with her current state, offering a gentle reminder of her own inner strength. The second card was a masterpiece of thoughtful design, listing "Joyful Reasons to Celebrate." It wasn't just a birthday card; it was a gratitude practice. It listed things like "the sound of rain on the window," "a favourite song," "the wisdom that comes with each year," and "the love that surrounds you."

This beautifully presented box, delivered seamlessly to her door, didn't just contain gifts; it held a carefully crafted moment of joy, designed to nurture her mind, body, and spirit. It was the perfect little surprise to mark her September birthday, a gentle, sapphire-blue reminder that even on the quietest of days, there is always something to celebrate.

Gift box contains:

• handcrafted adjustable heart bracelet hug (gold plated)
  
• Calm tbag
• Botanical facial steam 3g
• Wellbeing Artcards - 'My soul is well' 'Birthday joys'
• Paper flower

Designed and created in England by MBACP counselling therapist Amanda Waring