Create Holiday Magic For Your Loved Ones

Hello Friends,

How are you?

I have been intentional about slowing down this season, choosing to cultivate joy by appreciating the simplicity and beauty of human connection.

Today our family will be snacking on popcorn, putting together a puzzle and Töst-ing to all that’s in store. I chose these indulgences because they are inexpensive and enjoyable to both the young and the young at heart.

Popcorn is such a delightful, casual treat that is loved by almost everyone. Instead of pairing it with a movie (which is most instinctive) I chose to instead couple it with a puzzle. We have been tethered to technology all year and the puzzle is a nice way to leisurely pass the time and merge the yesteryears with the present.

I remember being gifted boxes of puzzles from an older friend at Christmas time. They brought me such joy and provided a window (however small) for me to share a moment with a family member or two. It’s a great way for us to shoot the breeze, collaborate not compete, giggle and grow tons of patience. There is also, of course the very subtle message that, we each have a piece (s) that will complete the picture. Together, in harmony (or not lol) we are creating the whole.

The Töst (a less sweet cider) has a crisp undertone of ginger with enough fizz to make you feel fancy. That is indeed one of the best parts of Christmas, having this magical, whimsical fancy that is not out-of-reach, but something we can all enjoy and appreciate. 

Hand written notes have long been a signature of mine, and earlier this year I created scripture cards as a way to stay in touch.

“Quotes have always resonated with me and I chose to pull from one of my favorite texts, the Bible. It is not only instructive, but is rich with wisdom, poetry and prose. It often expresses quite potently what I am feeling. ”

It’s so easy to connect in a superficial way in this e-text era, and forget the joy that our penned thoughts bring to loved ones. Taking the time to write particular sentiments is a simple way of conveying care and regard. So after Christmas, I’ll be saying hello to family friends via snail mail.

Thank you for sharing your time and thoughts with me this year. You’ve made it truly special and worthwhile.

If you’re not able to celebrate in the way you would like to or spend Christmas with whom you would prefer, I pray you to know that you’re blanketed in love and that you’re in my thoughts.

Merry Christmas!

Yanique,
Your friend and coach