All tagged the holiday

THE SALE EDIT + OTHER GOODIES

But really though. It’s happening. And even as I wipe my tears for the fact that I’m not seeing my family this holiday season, it’s still happening and the kids and I are already watching Elf once a day over here. So, yes, it’s been the weirdest and hardest year ever, and it continues to get weirder and harder. And the news sucks, people are crazy and it makes me want to get on a boat in the Gulf and never return. Dramatic much? Well, here’s the good news. Christmas is not canceled. We are still decorating the tree, stuffing the stockings and making pretty choices when thinking about gifts. And because Black Friday is already happening and you know I’m not a full price retail kinda girl, I’ve complied a list for the not so naughty. In this list, I’ve included a few things that won’t be fitting in my stocking this year because rugs and furniture for the beach bungalow are on my list instead of socks and underwear. But don’t worry, I’ve included a few of those too, because nobody wants cold feet this winter. :)

FR-AMILY MATTERS

My Uncle Jim has been my Uncle Jim for my whole life. His wife, my Auntie Sue will always be my Auntie Sue. Their daughters are like sisters to us and we’ve been best friends since birth. They are Fr-amily.

IF YOU'RE MISSING YOUR FAMILY FOR CHRISTMAS, YOU'RE NOT ALONE

Instagram can suck. Facebook can suck. I mean, overall, you know I love these platforms, but when you’re drinking your 3rd cup of coffee on a cold Tennessee morning and you’re scrolling and you see Mom saying “Can’t wait for tonight!” on your sister’s Facebook feed and you start to cry a heavy cry, perhaps it’s Facebook sucking, or your monthly hormones reacting, or perhaps it’s simply because you’re sad. Because you’re missing Christmas with your family. You’re not alone. I’m right there with you sister.