Most people have things they look forward to at Christmas. For some, it’s the anticipation of opening presents on Christmas morning. For others, it’s getting together with family and friends. Or maybe it’s that delicious Christmas dinner. With just three more sleeps until Christmas Day, I thought I’d take a break from the last-minute preparations and reflect on what I’m excited about for Christmas 2021.
A plastic-free Christmas is harder than you think
Is a plastic-free Christmas achievable, or is it an impossible dream? As I strive to live more sustainably, I’ve made great progress in eliminating single-use plastic in all areas of my life. But every once in a while, I see plastic that I hadn’t noticed before—and Christmas is no exception. In today’s post, I’ve got an update on several changes I still need to make in my quest for a plastic-free Christmas.
Seasonal favourites – Beloved Christmas jewellery
Only a few days to go now until the big day. Today, I wrap up this year’s seasonal favourites posts with a look at few of my beloved pieces of Christmas jewellery.
The countdown continues with The Blogmas Tag 2021
A big thank you to Tom from The Doubting Thomas for tagging me in the Blogmas Tag 2021. With just eight sleeps left to go until the big day, today feels like a good day to respond to a blogging tag that conveniently has eight questions.
10 amazing must-see sights of London
In Decorating the tree with treasured travel memories, I told the story of a favourite tradition where we buy a Christmas ornament on every family vacation. It’s a fun way to rekindle memories of our travels every year when we decorate our Christmas tree. Today, I continue the series with a look back at some of our must-see sights of London—my all-time favourite city.
Say no to stress! 12 tips for a simple Christmas
Christmas has come to be synonymous with excess. Overindulgence! Overspending! Overscheduling! Sound familiar? It doesn’t have to be that way. Make this the year you say no to all the stress and focus on what matters. In today’s post, I’ve got 12 tips for a simple Christmas that will bring the peace and joy back to your holiday season.
15 sure-fire ways to get on Santa’s nice list
Good morning, everyone! December is rolling along. Just 10 more sleeps until Santa and his magical reindeer leave the North Pole to make their way to your house. Today’s post is a change of pace and something a little fun. Here are 15 sure-fire ways to get on Santa’s nice list. It’s not too late. Let’s start a kindness revolution!
15-minute YouTube workouts to keep you fit all year round
Ahhh Christmas. Tis the season for eating, drinking and being merry. But, if you’re not careful, all that indulgence can leave you feeling a little blah.
Exercise is a great way to keep your energy up and burn some of those extra calories. To help you stay active over the Christmas season, I’m sharing 15 of my favourite 15-minute YouTube workouts. We can all find 15 minutes in our day to squeeze in some movement, right!
Seasonal favourites – Delicious festive foods
Eat, drink and be merry! It wouldn’t be Christmas without indulging in all that delicious food and drink. Other than getting together with family and friends, festive foods are the things I most look forward to every year. In this week’s seasonal favourites post, I’m sharing a list of my favourite foods to enjoy this time of year.
10 ways to enjoy a simpler, clutter-free Christmas
Christmas and clutter just seem to go hand-in-hand but it doesn’t need to be that way. In today’s post, I’ve got 10 ways you can enjoy a simpler, clutter-free Christmas. Read on to find out how you can enjoy all the festive fun with none of the stress that comes from dealing with unwanted clutter.