The Go To Gift

I think gift registries are great for weddings, but there's something about baby gift registries that rub me the wrong way. Maybe it's because I love browsing in my local boutique baby stores for the newest (and cutest) products in baby land. On a recent trip to Tadpole in Boston, I found this little elephant. He's actually a leather book end and has a great weight to him - stout and sturdy. He's also available in pink and looks great hanging out on the floor or on a shelf. I think I have my new go to baby gift!

P.S. I was surprised to learn that this little guy is also sold at Target. While that takes away a little of his mystique (if it's at all possible for a pastel elephant to have mystique), it certainly makes purchasing one for your next baby present quite easy.