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<\/a><\/p>\nDistance really can make the heart grow fonder. We all have those special people who never leave us\u2014no matter how far away they are. But what to send to show you cherish staying in touch? Whether it\u2019s for your beloved niece who\u2019s moved abroad, your brother from another coast, or your college bestie who just had a baby\u2014in Brazil\u2014we\u2019ve gathered 11 terrific tokens to keep your past ever present. Your love goes the distance; now you can be be sure your gift does, too.<\/p>\n
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1.\u00a0Candles that celebrate your shared memories.<\/h2>\n
Scent from heaven\u2014or the place you both love, in any case. Once lit, the soy candle emits a familiar aroma that will remind you of your days of yore.<\/p>\n Homesick Candles – $30<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The recipe for sibling revelry: Send big sis or little bro a reminder of home\u2014and a helpful tool, to boot\u2014by gifting a cutting board engraved with an old family favorite.<\/p>\n Family Recipe Cutting Board – $140<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n A set of long distance, Wi-Fi-connected lamps will eliminate phone tag while illuminating your love. Simply tap to send your friend that glowing feeling.<\/p>\n Long Distance Friendship Lamp – $85-170<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n State of the heart: A sterling silver pendant with a diamond chip\u2014from their home base or yours\u2014will make the miles between you seem small.<\/p>\n Custom State Necklaces – $180-200<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Marble coasters with a map of their new \u2019hood, or your current one, will result in a subtle salute with every sip.<\/p>\n Custom Map Coaster Set – $65-75<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The sky\u2019s the limit to your love. That message will never be clearer than when they unwrap this bauble that signals you\u2019re both gazing at the same moon every night.<\/p>\n Under The Same Moon Pendant – $84<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n That vacation you took long ago? The summer camp where you first became friends? They\u2019ll remember your bond every time they kick back with a brew.<\/p>\n Wall Mounted State Bottle Opener – $22<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Letters? Too slow. Email? Too, well, no<\/em>. Each time you send your loved one a sweet, digital sentiment, the heart on this sweet box is set aflutter\u2014just like theirs.<\/p>\n Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger – $99<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n It all fits. Help them celebrate their new zip code, or the previous one you shared, with an aerial-view geographic puzzle.<\/p>\n Custom Satellite Map Puzzle – $129<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n A total eclipse of the heart happens every night with a speaker and corresponding wristband that sends your loved one the reassuring sound of your very own ticker.<\/p>\n Long Distance Heartbeat Speaker – $189<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n A city skyline set into sterling silver can mean only one thing: Every time they show their hand, they\u2019ll think of you \u2014 and maybe even plan a visit.<\/p>\n Cityscape Rings – $99<\/a> Buy Now \u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Send love with more thoughtful gifts\u00a0\u00bb<\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Homesick-Candles.jpg\" "\\"Homesick")
<\/a><\/p>\n2.\u00a0A kitchen must-have becomes a must-read.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Family-Recipe-Cutting-Board.jpg\" "\\"Family")
<\/a><\/p>\n3.\u00a0A lamp that you can light from afar (with just a touch).<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Long-Distance-Friendship-Lamp-1.jpg\" "\\"Long")
<\/a><\/p>\n4.\u00a0Personalized jewelry that displays your affection.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Custom-State-Necklaces.jpg\" "\\"Custom")
<\/a><\/p>\n5. Coasters that make every toast personal.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Custom-Map-Coaster-Set.jpg\" "\\"Custom")
<\/a><\/p>\n6. A lunar necklace that celebrates your connection.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Under-the-Same-Moon-Pendant.jpg\" "\\"Under")
<\/a><\/p>\n7.\u00a0A bottle opener that cheers a sense of place.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Wall-Mounted-State-Bottle-Opener.jpg\" "\\"Wall")
<\/a><\/p>\n8. An easy way to send a love note every day.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Lovebox-Messenger.jpg\" "\\"Lovebox")
<\/a><\/p>\n9.\u00a0Connect over a special location with a custom puzzle.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Custom-Satellite-Map-Puzzle.jpg\" "\\"Custom")
<\/a><\/p>\n10.\u00a0How to show someone you love you\u2019re really there for them.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Long-Distance-Heartbeat-Speaker-animated-bigger-heart-red.gif\" "\\"Long")
<\/a><\/p>\n11.\u00a0Ring in your friendship the best way possible.<\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/Choose-your-cityskape-ring.jpg\" "\\"Choose")
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