23 Gifts That Will Bridge the Distance Between You and Your Family This Holiday

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Another lockdown is likely upon us, and with curfews and social-distancing orders back in place, many of us are anticipating time away from our loved ones. While these measures help keep us safe, they don't make being away from your favorite uncle or your tech-loving grandparents any easier. It's especially difficult during the holidays, which are typically a time for happy reunions. But until we can gather safely in person, we will have to comfort ourselves with regular FaceTime calls and unexpected gifts that add joy and variety to the monotony of each day.

I've curated some sentimental presents that capture these feelings of love and hope at a time like this. Share them with your family this whole season.

Grandma's Kitchen Candle
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Grandma's Kitchen Candle

Bring back the memories of years past with this Grandma's Kitchen Candle ($34).

Open When Letters
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Open When Letters

Get a pen pal and start using these Open When Letters ($25).

Lagunamoon Essential Oils Gift Set
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Lagunamoon Essential Oils Gift Set

Keep the house filled with their favorite scents with this Lagunamoon Essential Oils Gift Set ($10).

Natural Reed Diffuser
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Natural Reed Diffuser

Get the Natural Reed Diffuser ($24) while you're at it, too.

Tea Gift Set
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Tea Gift Set

The tea-lovers of the family will get through this Tea Gift Set ($15) quickly.

Floral China Tea Set
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Floral China Tea Set

And you can't forget the matching Floral China Tea Set ($46).

Set of Two Long Distance Friendship Lamps
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Set of Two Long Distance Friendship Lamps

Get one of this Set of Two Long Distance Friendship Lamps ($170), and gift the other to your favorite cousin.

Facebook Portal — Smart Video Calling
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Facebook Portal — Smart Video Calling

With the Facebook Portal — Smart Video Calling ($179), it's never been easier to stay connected.

McBride Sisters California Red Blend
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McBride Sisters California Red Blend

Gift your parents a bottle of the McBride Sisters California Red Blend ($19), or five.

Cozy Autumn Day Bouquet
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Cozy Autumn Day Bouquet

This Cozy Autumn Day Bouquet ($41 and up) will brighten up any day and last for a while.

Polaroid Lab
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Polaroid Lab

Capture and print your memorable moments instantly with this Polaroid Lab ($130).

Personalized Family Recipe Board
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Personalized Family Recipe Board

This Personalized Family Recipe Board ($100) will bring smiles and heartwarming moments.

Champagne Coupe Set
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Champagne Coupe Set

Toast to all your blessings with the gift of this Champagne Coupe Set ($195).

Mini Holiday Perfume Travel Set
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Mini Holiday Perfume Travel Set

Send them this Mini Holiday Perfume Travel Set ($25) so you can wear the same scents.

Superfood Latte Kit
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Superfood Latte Kit

Keep them healthy and physically strong with this Superfood Latte Kit ($77).

Fleur d'Oranger Room Spray
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Fleur d'Oranger Room Spray

Get this Fleur d'Oranger Room Spray ($81 and up) for you and your sibling so your rooms can smell the same.

Custom Travel Photo Coasters
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Custom Travel Photo Coasters

These Custom Travel Photo Coasters ($65 and up) may actually just serve as decor.

The Taste of Country Cooking
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The Taste of Country Cooking

Start a cooking challenge with The Taste of Country Cooking ($16), which packs trailblazing chef Edna Lewis's most prized recipes.

Campbell's
Campbell's Tomato Soup
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Campbell's Tomato Soup

This Campbell's Tomato Soup ($1) makes a great base for so many recipes, and you can make them together over FaceTime this year.