Oh What A Year...My 2022 Gift Guide.... :)
On the 11th Day of December my true love gave to me… a blog post to finally open up about me! ( and the gifts you need this holiday szn)! Hey guys! Wow, how did I let a whole year go by without keeping all my wonderers updated on my so-called life? So much has happened in the past 340 days and there is so much to share with you! I admit that this has not been the greatest year I’ve had (hence the lack of writing) but I’ve learned a lot about myself, my children (they are toddlers now) and the gifts you are going to want to get for them this holiday season.
Summary of my 2022 (In A Nutshell)
This year started off with a slap on the face when I found out that both of my parents were diagnosed with cancer. My father was diagnosed with prostate cancer and my mother was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. I know - not exactly what you want to hear around the holidays but alas, this has affected my year and my life in more ways than you can imagine. My father was diagnosed in September 2021, and spent the first quarter of the year in treatment. My mother was diagnosed in May with a poor prognosis. Fortunately, at this moment, both my parents are in remission (yay!) but this year will be one I will always look back on with a faint heart and frankly a middle finger. My mother has been my best friend my whole life - you can only imagine how dark my world has been since she was diagnosed. I know I come alive all the time on social media platforms but believe me, there were days I didn’t want to get out of bed. On the brighter side of my life, my twin toddlers turned two in June and everyday I ask myself the age old question, “Where has the time gone”? I sit here at my computer while they sleep and dream about all the things that they accomplished this year: their first words, their gestures, talking back and the list goes on. Now, I ask them questions and they formulate complete sentences as if I am speaking to little boys. It is both a blessing and a curse to see how quickly the days go by here… we moved from LA almost two years ago already! Nevertheless, we are having such a blast with them-watching them grow, laughing with them, and learning from them :) They are both voracious readers and love to sing their ABC’S. What a riot to have little mini me’s running around the house!
my 2022 Holiday gift guide
This year brought me a lot of hard knocks (no doubt) but I am still here to find you the best gifts for the holiday season that wont break your bank account and wont bore you to death . I have integrated a cool gift guide for your husband, your kids, and your friends, because I know we all get overwhelmed with the same old-same old but I’ve gone to the far edges of the galaxy to get you exactly what your family and friends want.
The Forever Bracelet: (girlfriends and family): gorgeous bracelets that you can get that are forever linked until you decide you want to cut them off. This is not a specific website to get them…it started in Oklahoma and they are all the rage right now…I myself am dying to get one…you have to google “Forever Bracelets” in your area to see where they are being made”. They look gorgeous!
Wonderbly’s “Name-O-Saurus Book”: (kids): these personalized books for your kids will take them on new adventures! I purchased these for my kids this holiday szn and they get to be different dinosaurs in the book-so much fun! Check it out!
Well Told Custom Etched Glasses, Barware & Apparel: (friends and family): one of my fave companies this year…a brand where you can custom make your highball cocktail or wine glasses: I am giving my husband the gift of where we got married. date, and our names on the glasses…one of the coolest gifts around this year!
Cozy Earth Bedding and Bath: (friends and family): everyone talks about how soft sheets. blankets, and pajamas are…these are BY FAR the softest and coziest! Are they the cheapest? No (these are well loved by Oprah and a bunch of celebs)…incredible, amazing, and you will feel sexy in them!
Art Easel for Kids: (kids:) my kids love coloring and drawing…one of the best easels out there…pricey but worth it if your kids love to go wild with color and creativity…
Remy’s Ratatouille Chef’s Light Up Hat: (kids): I actually saw this at Epcot and am kicking myself for not getting them for my boys. For everyone who loves to spend time in the kitchen, this hats for you!
Crosley Voyager Portable Turntable/Record Player: (anyone): I got one last year and everyone loves it! Give the gift of nostalgia, hip, and cool- you can lit browse thru every record store in every city and go ham!
Rogue Starter Acoustic Guitar Matte Natural: (kids): for all the music lovers! My kids are obsessed with me playing guitar these days so here is their version of a guitar! Most guitars on Amazon are a ukelele…NO! We want to learn on a real guitar..I am lit ordering this for the twins this Christmas!
Easy Rider: (kids-ages 3 and up): ultralight and designed for the youngest riders; helps kids balance and build coordination. A little pricey but worth it in the long run!
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask: (anyone): I swear by this product! Nourish and hydrate your lips during this dry and cold season! The best mask on the market and has a berry flavor that smells delicious!
Drunk Elephant’s The Littles Night Out Skincare Set: (anyone): four of my favorite products all put together to help hydrate and replenish your skin while you sleep!
Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro Earphones: (anyone): for the fitness fanatic! I am an avid beach runner and I swear by these wireless headphones! Not only are they comfortable but the quality of sound is amazing and perfect for any workout!
A MasterClass Membership: (anyone): an amazing online class taught by the worlds best in any profession. My personal favorite is the one taught by world renown interior designer, Kelly Wearstler!
A National Parks Annual Pass:(anyone): A year-long pass to the Unites States National Parks and federal recreational lands is great for outdoors adventurers who are always looking for an excuse to pack up the hiking gear and spend a weekend in the great outdoors.
Ancestry DNA Test: (anyone): discover your own personal family history dating back to its origins. Connect with distant relatives and build a family tree :)
