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This might be the last Christmas they fully believ

This might be the last Christmas they fully believe.

Not little anymore.
Not quite teens yet.
Right here in the in-between — where the magic is softer, but somehow sweeter.

They still play along.
Still laugh.
Still leave joyful.

And I know it won’t always look like this.
Which makes this year feel extra sacred. ✨

Every year, for as long as I can remember, we’ve h

Every year, for as long as I can remember, we’ve hunted for elves and snapped this same photo at Eckert’s.

It used to take 25 minutes.
Wide eyes. Whispers. Full belief.

This year, it took less than 10.
They remembered where the elves hide.
They matched their outfits for me, not because they wanted to.

And yet…
the magic still lingered.

Different doesn’t mean gone. ✨

@eckertfarms @eckertscidershed #eckertsfarm #eckertsorchard #eckertsmemories

I’ve learned the hard way that the week after the

I’ve learned the hard way that the week after the holidays can feel longer than the entire month of December. Add in a surprise snowy no-school day in January, and suddenly you’re home with kids who need structure, regulation, and something to anchor the day. ❄️🤍

That’s why I’m grabbing @dojocare now. It’s personal care made just for kids — ages 3 through preteen — with clean, gentle ingredients and a moldable foam texture that turns everyday routines into something playful and confidence-building. Developed by parents alongside pediatric occupational therapists, Dojo uses sensory-rich experiences to help kids build real hygiene skills that actually stick.

What I love most is how it supports independence. When kids feel capable in their routines, everything else feels smoother — fewer power struggles, calmer transitions, and more confident little humans.

This is one of those buy it now, thank yourself later kind of finds — especially for that long stretch after the holidays when you want routines that work with your kids, not against them.

Saving this for January me. 🫶🏼

The holidays are full of magic… and a lot of meals

The holidays are full of magic… and a lot of meals. This season, I’m trying to make room for both without stretching myself too thin. 🤍

@freshthyme helps make that balance easier. I shared a $50 haul to show how far it can go — from affordable baking staples to frozen shortcuts, quick lunches, and rotisserie chicken for the nights dinner just needs to be simple.

When meal prep feels lighter, there’s more space for what matters: wrapping gifts with my kids, getting ready to host, or taking a quiet pause in the middle of busy days.

If you’re in the Midwest, Fresh Thyme is such a good stop this season. Don’t forget to check weekly sales and use myThyme Loyalty Rewards to stretch your budget even further — and yes, you can grab candles, stocking stuffers, and flowers while you’re there too. 🎄✨

#partnership
#FreshThymeFinds
#stlhummingbirds

The holidays are busy — but my nighttime routine i

The holidays are busy — but my nighttime routine is one place I’ve been really intentional about slowing down. ✨

Lately, that looks like a few quiet minutes with the GLO24K LED Beauty Device before bed, letting the day wind down while doing something that actually feels good for my skin.

This device uses red light to sculpt and lift, blue light to clarify, and green light to balance — plus a gentle vibration that helps boost circulation and skincare absorption. It’s sleek, rechargeable, travel-ready, and honestly feels like affordable luxury built right into real life.

If you’re still looking for a holiday gift that feels thoughtful (and will actually be used), this is such a good one — and yes, it still arrives in time for Christmas. 🎄✨

Perfect for gifting… or keeping for yourself.

Comment GLO and I’ll send you the link. 🤍

@glo24kgoldskincare @stackinfluence
#GLO24K #GLOgetter #GLO24Kpartner

Do you still need to make your teacher gifts for t

Do you still need to make your teacher gifts for this year? Because same — and I wanted something simple, affordable, and still really thoughtful. The kind of gift that works for classroom teachers, tutors, coaches, specialty teachers… even the school librarian or the sweet mail carrier who brings half our holiday packages.

So I put together a quick little assembly-line setup at home and used the EvolutionUSA mini bath bomb set as the star of each bag. The scents are amazing, the ingredients are clean, and the whole set comes with 24 pieces — perfect when you have a handful of people to shop for but don’t want to buy five separate gifts.

They’re made with organic, cruelty-free ingredients, gentle enough for sensitive skin, and they look so cute tucked into a holiday bag.

I added a Cheryl’s Cookie, a lip mask, a small gift card, and tucked everything into these adorable reindeer gift bags. The best part? They fit right into the kids’ backpacks so I’m not listening to complaints about carrying in five different gifts before school. 🙌🏼

Teacher gifts don’t have to be complicated — sometimes it’s just a little moment of “I see you, thank you for loving our kiddos well” wrapped up in something cozy and useful. And these bath bombs from @shopevolutionusa were the perfect touch this year.

If you’re still trying to pull together last-minute gifts, this is such an easy one to batch-make and customize.

@shopevolutionusa @stackinfluence @cherylscookies @mariobadescu #evolutionusa #evolutionusapartner

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