The little things that spark it.
Small, unexpected finds that make a day better — for me and for whoever I hand one to.
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$10Mini Jesus Figurines (Set of 30)
A tiny figure passed across a counter to a barista having an objectively terrible morning. It has never once landed badly. Keep a few in the bag at all times.
"I love these because handing one to a stranger has never once gone badly. I keep a few in my bag for friends, family, and the barista having a rough morning — instant smile. And who doesn't want Jesus in their pocket?!"
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$15Desk Goose Figurine
It began as a joke for the family goose obsessive. He now has a desk, a following, and a seasonal wardrobe. Nobody in this house is embarrassed anymore.
"I love him because he is the dumbest, most reliable joy in my house — bought for the family goose fanatic, kept for everyone. And yes, he has a full costume wardrobe."
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Pure JoyDesk Goose Wardrobe
$20Goose Costume Set — Vol. 1
The starter wardrobe. Innocent enough. This is the set that begins the problem, and you will not stop at one.
"I love this because dressing the goose became a whole family bit. Set one of three — the starter wardrobe, and the one that begins the problem."
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Pure JoyDesk Goose Wardrobe
$20Goose Costume Set — Vol. 2
This is where he gets a personality. Hats, outfits, small indignities — changed regularly for no occasion whatsoever.
"I love this one because it is where the goose gets a personality — more hats, more outfits, more reasons to change him for no occasion at all."
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Pure JoyDesk Goose Wardrobe
$20Goose Costume Set — Vol. 3
By now the goose is better dressed than anyone in the household. Volume three completes the calendar year. He has earned it.
"I love this because by now the goose has a better wardrobe than I do, and honestly he has earned it. Set three completes the year."
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Pure JoyMattel
$10Magic 8 Ball — Classic Black
Black, heavy, faintly ominous, sitting on a desk where difficult conversations happen. Ask it something unanswerable. Reply hazy, try again. Somehow that helps.
"The original. They make a 50th anniversary version in red, but I like the classic black. Always a fun time — and great to leave on your desk if you work in HR."
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