Hi Reader,

I hope you’re having a festive and fun week! I celebrated my birthday on Sunday, but truthfully, having a birthday this close to Christmas means I rarely want to do much on the actual day. My social battery is already at zero (introvert problems, right?). My husband and I laid low, and we’re treating ourselves to a couple’s massage after Christmas instead. I also met up with my friend Shannon this week for a wonderful lunch celebration at Mill City Public House in Appleton (get their kale salad and thank us later).

🎁 Last-Minute Gift Ideas​
If you’re still scrambling for gifts (no judgment, same here), I’ve got you covered. Here are some of my go-to items and guides:

• ​Nordstrom Moonlight Eco Knit Pajamas - These make such nice gifts! I have 4 pairs now. They are so soft and cozy and look nice. I wait until they go on sale to buy a new pair, and some colors are on sale now!
• ​Loop Ear Plugs - Great for people who are sensitive to noise. Getting these for my husband this year!
• ​Hero Hair Towel - These hair towels are awesome gifts; they decrease dry time by 50%. I love mine.
• ​Holiday Scented Candle ​​NEST New York - You can never go wrong with a NEST candle.
• ​A house cleaning service - Getting a thorough home cleaning as a gift is always appreciated.
• Car wash pass - who doesn't love a clean car? This is a gift I didn't know I needed until I received it last year (Kwik Trips are the gas stations/car washes near us that are great for this.)
• ​House Slippers - As I get older, I realize this is a seriously underrated gift lol.
• ​A New Book - Books are a great gift that I also think is underrated. (These are some of my favorites.)
• ​BAGAIL 6 Set Packing Cubes - My favorite packing cubes! I stay so much more organized with these when I'm on the road. Great for the traveler in your life.
• ​AI Smart Bird Feeder with Camera - This was a fun gift for my grandpa, who loves his birds. Do you have any bird lovers in your life?
• ​SEPHORA COLLECTION ​​Eye Mask Patches - These make great stocking stuffers! They are my favorite eye masks.
• You can never go wrong with gift cards! These are the top gift cards to buy this year, according to a new study.

🌟 Holiday Self-Care Reminder: Between family events, gift-wrapping marathons, and everything in between, don't forget to take you time. For me, that’s as simple as turning off notifications, making hot cocoa, and watching Elf for the millionth time. And if I'm feeling really ambitious, a DIY spa day at home. What’s your go-to way to unwind?

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🌴 Galapagos: We’re SO Close!​
One more quick reminder: my Galapagos group trip still has a few spots left! I just need 4 more adventurers to make this dream a reality. It’s going to be an unforgettable week snorkeling at Kicker Rock, hiking Sierra Negra, and exploring some of the most beautiful landscapes on Earth. I know committing to a trip like this is a big decision, and I want to make sure you have all the info you need to feel comfortable. Let’s set up a quick chat to talk through the itinerary and answer any questions you have—no strings attached! Just reply to this email.

Sending lots of holiday cheer,

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