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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 ✨
Audiobooks have been my secret weapon for fitting reading into a busy life. Whether I’m folding laundry, driving to preschool drop-off, or squeezing in a solo walk, I can dive into a story at the touch of a button—and @Audible makes it so easy. Eligible new subscribers can sign up for a one month free trial of #Audible Premium Plus anytime! #AudiblePartner #amazoninfluencer @amazoninfluencerprogram
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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Uh oh, my wallet is in trouble now-I've got a five year old niece that would die for anything & everything in this collection!
xoxo, SS
The Southern Stylista
Soo adorable! I hope I have a little girl someday!
Her Heartland Soul
http://herheartlandsoul.com
Ahhh, soo cute! When I have kids (in the very distant future), I will definitely be dressing my girls up with Kate Spade!
xx, Mikkaela
The Southwestern Prepster
Oh my gosh! So adorable!! I wonder just how big a size 14 is . . . . .
Laura | Surf & Hydrangeas
Oh my goodness. If the baby fever wasn't real before it sure is now.
xx.
Brittany
lifelikeatwentysomething.blogspot.com
This is the cutest thing ever and is seriously feeding my baby fever!
http://yellowmondays.weebly.com/
Omg! The little lady t is SO PERFECT. Pinning everything onto my "these are for your kiddos" Pinterest board 🙂
This is an amazing story and post! I had a similar experience moving out my senior year – all alone and in the middle of the night and realized in that moment I can rely on myself and that a theme is loving myself, caring for myself, and not relying on others. It definitely makes me stronger and makes me stand out!
Warm Regards,
Alexandra
http://www.littlewildheart.com
I am so tempted to go see if that Dorothy coat will fit me (and look decent) in a large enough size…
SO CUTE!
I wish I was short enough to fit into some of these…Kate Spade does it again!
xoxo
Hannah
http://www.frecklesandolives.blogspot.com
Oh my goodness. I cannot handle all that cuteness!
So cute I can't even stand it! Adorable, I don't have a child but I want to buy them for the future!!!
Kari
http://www.sweetteasweetie.com
It's pretty awesome, I'll buy some clothes for my little pumpkin! Thank's for make this collection! Lot's inspiration!
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