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The Small Things We Remember connection december family holidays joy little things memories simple Dec 12, 2025

When I think back on the holidays from my childhood, it’s never the big plans that come to mind first.
It’s the in-between moments — the ones that slipped into the season without anyone trying to make them special.

🚗 It’s waiting in a long, slow line of cars to see Christmas lights, the wind...

Welcoming December: A Season for Presence, Pause, and Gentle Joy calm december family holidays parenting routine stress Dec 01, 2025

December arrives with a swirl of lights, lists, and expectations - some exciting, some overwhelming, and some quietly tugging at us to keep up with what everyone else seems to be doing.
But here’s the thing I want you to remember as we step into this season together:

Your family’s rhythm doesn’t ha...

When I think back on the holidays from my childhood, it’s never the big plans that come to mind first.
It’s the in-between moments — the ones that slipped into the season without anyone trying to make them special.

Your Back-to-School Game Plan is Here!

A free printable checklist for parents: routines, supplies, emotional prep & more—so you’re not scrambling last minute.

When I think back on the holidays from my childhood, it’s never the big plans that come to mind first. It’s the in-between moments — the ones that slipped into the season without anyone trying to make them special.

Your Back-to-School Game Plan is Here!

A free printable checklist for parents: routines, supplies, emotional prep & more—so you’re not scrambling last minute.

When I think back on the holidays from my childhood, it’s never the big plans that come to mind first.
It’s the in-between moments — the ones that slipped into the season without anyone trying to make them special.