I wrote down a list of things I wanted to do for fun in 2024. I crossed off exactly zero of them (having a baby will do that to ya) and my only hope of accomplishing one would be to host a cookie exchange! I wanted to SO bad but I was also feeling exhausted after a long year (losing a dog, having a baby, running a business, etc.) and I didn’t know if I had hosting a party in me. I sent out the invitations and told myself I’d figure it out. There was no going back! It was SO FUN though and I will be doing this again. I feel like so much of the holidays as a mom is spent making the magic for kids. It’s Santa meet and greets, Christmas shopping, holiday pageants…. And then seeing Santa again (and again and again). THIS party was for us! 🥂
🎧 Five 5-Star Audiobooks I Listened to This Year ✨
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This year, I listened to some incredible audiobooks, but these five stood out as absolute favorites:
📚 A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith: A beautifully written coming-of-age classic. I didn’t want it to end and could absolutely see myself re-listening in a few years.
📚 None of This Is True by Lisa Jewell: A psychological thriller with unreliable narrators that kept me guessing the whole way through.
📚 Such a Bad Influence by Olivia Muenter: Part mystery, part family drama—flawed characters, a gripping storyline, and a chef’s kiss ending.
📚 All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker: A masterpiece of storytelling that starts as a serial killer mystery and evolves into something much bigger.
📚 Blue Sisters by Coco Mellors: A stunning exploration of sisterhood, grief, and imperfect people. The ending left me in tears (happy ones!).
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Holding on for dear life this December ❤️ I have had SO MANY conversations this week with my friends near and far and we are *all* struggling. I have to say, just knowing it’s not just me feeling the pressure of “end of year-holiday magic- cold/flu/stomach bug season-darkest days of the year,” has made it a little easier to handle. Don’t forget to take care of yourself, too 😮💨 (Telling myself this because I could use the reminder too!)
If I hadn’t already mailed our Christmas cards*, I would be ordering a reprint because this first photo is IT. ⭐️💂🏻♀️
*Actually only half because for some reason, I didn’t order enough? Our list must have grown over the past year or I just underestimated how many people were on it! I had to order more so the second half will be going out later whoops!!
Traded in my mom jeans for a @jcrew tuxedo this holiday season! Whether you’re dressing up, getting cozy, or picking out a gift for someone special, J. Crew has you covered! #injcrew #sponsored
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These quotes are all so inspirational, good picks Carly!
Xoxo
mQs
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I'm so obsessed with quotes…they ALWAYS are the #1 thing that can motivate me!
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Nice picks, I like the first one. I think it reminds us there is more to life than work. I have a pinterest board of wise words as well, it's a good pick me up when you're feeling down.
-Alex
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All these quotes are so inspirational! Great picks!
Lauren,
http://atouchofsoutherngrace.blogspot.com/
I love these quotes! I too am addicted to quotes and my quote board on Pinterest!
-AH
http://www.thenauticalprepster.blogspot.com
These are so nice. I really like the last one, so true 🙂
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xoxo Nika
Loving these! Definitely going to use them for the next couple weeks in my planner because I try to write an inspirational quote in every week.
These are some seriously great quotes. Definitely good for a mid week motivation boost.
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-Kole
Elisabeth H.September 25, 2013 at 8:12 PM
Love the third. Thinking I'm gonna get it for my office. or above my desk at home.
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My iPhone background for a couple of weeks now has just been "HUSTLE." Working hard, and impressing others w/ my background.
Your Friend, Jess
Work hard and be nice to people. This one's my favorite. We should still be nice to other people even though we are very tired of some things. Being nice is very important. Inspirational article
Quotes that are very much positive and uplifting as these are my favorite. At least, it gives a little comfort and hope. These are also very helpful when you like to send to your loved ones and friends who are under unpleasant circumstances. Thanks for sharing, I would love to add some of these to my personal favorite.
God bless always!
Regards,
Meow
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