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I just want you for my own.

I just want you for my own.

Silence, a fantastic sequel, the best kids gifts, etc.

Kaitlin Bekken
November 14, 2024 • Est. Reading Time: 4 minutes

Halloween has come and gone, and suddenly, we’re swept into the holiday season—Christmas songs are already popping up on the radio, toy ads have taken over my TV, and I’m happily plotting gifts and travel plans. This year, I don’t mind the December celebrations sneaking into November, because it means I get to savor the festivities a little longer. I’m embracing the extra time to ease into the season (see below for the Advent calendar I’ve already purchased and opened), and I’m aiming to enjoy the traditions and festive moments with less frenzy.

I Am Probably Snooping On Your Books. Honestly, same. 📚️
Where Have All The Rom Coms Gone? The clear answer here is modern romance novels. But also adding all she listed to my rewatch list. ❤️
The Sound of Silence. “Silence isn’t merely an absence but a presence that enhances clarity, focus, and the quality of our decisions.” 🤫

Two Twisted Crowns by Rachel Gillig

I recommended the first in this series a few weeks ago and holy-moly did the sequel deliver. 5 stars across the board, the finale in this twisty, dark duology was creepy but also swoony and magical? I’m already in for Gillig’s next story.

Four Weekends and a Funeral by Ellie Palmer

This is the right time of year to read this feel-good story set during the holiday season. It reads like a Hallmark movie, following a woman pretending to be a grieving girlfriend, only to get the feels for her ex’s prickly best friend. But I did appreciate the deeper look at grief and survivor’s guilt among the fluff.

What’s your holiday spirit look like this month?

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Slippers. These are warm and soft but also easy to slip in and out of when your toes inevitably overheat. 🐾
Busy Toddler Gift Guides. The be-all-end-all list of toys, games, activities, gifts, etc. for your kiddos this holiday. 90% of all my presents come from these lists. 🎁
Bonne Maman Advent Calendar. I treated myself to this calendar to enjoy in the month of November (I just can’t add another thing to December…) as a countdown to the Christmas season. It is a fabulous spike of joy in my mid-morning snack break. (There’s also a 12 day version.)

Vegan Black Bean Chili

This veggie chili is fairly filling for lacking meat, though I do add corn and riced cauliflower. Don’t skip on the Fritos, and be generous with your lime juice.