Did your mom ever simmer fragrant items from the kitchen on the stove just for the scent? It makes the nicest smelling space for Christmas or a cold day. The warmth of the spices and familiar scents of citrus make a home feel cozy and inviting. Here’s how I do it: I love to put…
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Christmas music…playlists and record players
I love creating playlist that reflect the Season or mood that I’m in. I actually spend hours curating them and listening and re-listening until they are just right. I love making them just right and create them to be played in order (the opening songs build and then the closing songs finish with the mood…
it’s the most wonderful time of the year {besides Fall, of course}
Dear Christmas, You are right around the corner. While we love you and are counting down the days until you arrive, we always seem to get caught up in the hustle & bustle. Sometimes we lose sight of your true meaning come December. Perhaps I can work hard to plan now so that our focus…
{GIFT GIVING}
Consider buying your loved one’s gifts that are consumable or that give back to someone or something else! This year (for Christmas & birthdays) we’re trying to give gifts that express our love but also make less of an impact on landfills and clutter in our homes. Yes I know that some people find this…
what makes you come alive?
To make New Years Resolutions or to Not make New Years Resolutions!?! That is the question! The holiday season always tends to be a reflective time for me. I cannot help but think about the past year and dream, plan and wonder about the year to come. I’m not big on New Year’s resolutions because…