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All is calm, all is bright.

All is calm, all is bright.

A Biltmore Christmas, flip oven, the first of many cookies, etc.

Kaitlin Bekken
December 05, 2024 • Est. Reading Time: 4 minutes

It’s officially the holiday season, and I’m so glad I got a head start this year. I’ve enjoyed every jam in my advent calendar, I have a stash of Christmas cookies waiting in the freezer, and gifts are ordered and on their way. While school events, church programs, travel, and wrapping still linger on the list, I don’t regret the early prep. Spreading it all out has made room to slow down and savor the season– and all I ever want is a chance to slow down.

People Alter Their Appearance To Suit Their Names. Trippy. 🧑‍🦲
33 Possible Reasons Why You Feel Tired All the Time. Skim this list, or… maybe just go to bed 30 min earlier tonight. 🛏️
A top ChatGPT prompt for content creation. Bless AI brain power. 🤖

The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt

This book examines the alarming rise in adolescent mental health issues since the early 2010s, linking it to the shift from play-based childhood to phone-based childhood. A must read for parents, or anyone noticing the effects of their phone/internet usage across their life.

A Biltmore Christmas

Hallmark movies are known for being so bad they’re good, but honestly… this one was just good. Biltmore in the 40s at Christmastime is beyond magical.

What’s on your holiday to-do list?

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Ninja Flip Oven. Air fryer, roaster, dehydrator, toaster… this thing can do it all, and then folds up nicely to save the counter space. I hope to never be without mine.
The Ultimate Gift Box List. Tis the season… to decide on client/colleague gifts. These choices are popular in corporate world.
Custom Book Embosser. A much prettier way to claim the books in your personal library.

Ginger Molasses Sandwich Cookies with Eggnog Frosting

A favorite Christmas cookie! To simplify the process, I normally just put the frosting on top instead of sandwiching.