Love this! Particularly the holiday traditions article.
I have almost four kids (6, 5, 1, and almost here), and we’re really making the big decisions this year on what traditions bring the most joy vs the investment.
Like the elf of the shelf… our kids love it, and we hide it and they find them every morning. Sometimes i feel guilty i dont do ‘all the cool things’ and naughty fun stuff, but we dont have the energy for it, and our kids dont seem to notice a difference. and i dont stress 😅
Oh my gosh, Elf on the Shelf was almost my undoing. 😅 I love that you're evaluating through the lens of joy vs investment. I'm always surprised by what my two almost-growns still cling to. It's always the small traditions with the most meaning that connect us—and I've never received a request to repeat a *fancy* experience or production.
Currently in Elf on the Shelf mode over here! 🫣 A couple of years ago, I discovered kits on Etsy that come with all the days' activities prepackaged. That saved me! Now, I get much more enjoyment out of it.
This is so heartwarming to be included here! Thank you, Erin! I'm looking forward to taking a look at some of your other recs here! ☺️
I’d never heard of Jolabokaflod before, and was so happy to learn about it through your piece! 🧡
Oh, that makes me so happy! I actually bought a Jolabokaflod book gift for a family member just this evening! Let me know if you give it a go!
Love this! Particularly the holiday traditions article.
I have almost four kids (6, 5, 1, and almost here), and we’re really making the big decisions this year on what traditions bring the most joy vs the investment.
Like the elf of the shelf… our kids love it, and we hide it and they find them every morning. Sometimes i feel guilty i dont do ‘all the cool things’ and naughty fun stuff, but we dont have the energy for it, and our kids dont seem to notice a difference. and i dont stress 😅
Oh my gosh, Elf on the Shelf was almost my undoing. 😅 I love that you're evaluating through the lens of joy vs investment. I'm always surprised by what my two almost-growns still cling to. It's always the small traditions with the most meaning that connect us—and I've never received a request to repeat a *fancy* experience or production.
Currently in Elf on the Shelf mode over here! 🫣 A couple of years ago, I discovered kits on Etsy that come with all the days' activities prepackaged. That saved me! Now, I get much more enjoyment out of it.
A kit! Why didn't I think of that?! Wishing you nothing but magical (and completely manageable) mischief! 😉
Wow thanks so much for the feature! And what a list of great reads. I never would have found these all on my own.
My pleasure! So happy to have discovered you.
Thank you so much for including me here! ❤️
My pleasure! You offer such practical and meaningful suggestions. And the picture is absolutely precious. 😉❤️
Thanks for the mention!
Happy to include you!
Thanks Erin! xo
I'm such a fan of yours. 🧡
Saaaame. 🙌🏼
All of these great articles in one place. So helpful! Thank you!
Thanks, Mom!
Thank you!!!
I saw your latest post arrive this morning and had to hold off on reading it, knowing I'd be torn about which one to include. 😉
😆😆 well that’s an amazing compliment, thank you 💕 I will say, the one you chose is the right one!
Thank you for including my recent holiday article in this roundup! I have also found some new Substacks to read!
Thank you Erin!
Absolutely, my pleasure! It's such a helpful post, especially for those who don't have allergies but want and need to be mindful during this season.
Thank you for the opportunity to share.
Thrilled to have you included, Maury!