Loved this, Katie. And I especially loved your reflection on chasing peace. I think I'm going to have to start saying “Not my monkeys, not my circus”, too. That is just too good! :)
“I don’t doubt there are hard things ahead but I also don’t doubt there is good.” - THIS. I loved this reflection so much, Katie!! Almost enough to try cold plunging at least once? Maybe?? Also - my bff and I are getting matching tattoos in a couple weeks and this post made me extra excited for it!!
For what it's worth, I thought Nobody Wants This was very overrated. Stand firm on your bedtime! ;) 2024 was the year of the chuck roast for my boyfriend and me in the kitchen. We made Olivia Adriance's viral chuck roast tacos and now it seems every other week we are making something different with a chuck roast! https://oliviaadriance.com/viral-chuck-roast-tacos/ I am completely uncertain what jeans to wear or how to wear them- but I did get the 90s straight leg jeans from Abercrombie and have been amazed by how much less I consciously think about/focus on my body vs when I was wearing skinny jeans. It's been so refreshing. I love your writing, Katie! Blessings on you and your kiddos in the new year. <3
I gave nutrafol 4 months & it definitely thickened mine up & got shine back to it! Currently taking a break because I think it’s making me overly tired—or could that just be the 4 kids & 5am walk up call? Will see 😅
I've been taking Mary Ruth's Multi Vitamin +Hair growth with success, and I only remember to take it about 3x week. Definitely helping me get my thick hair back.
What worked this year was stumbling upon you, Ashlee , C + C and Exhale. Is has felt like I’ve been driving in the rain with no wipers on trying to articulate life and motherhood and creativity and then you all plus a dose of Gods sweet words add some serious windscreen action to all of that.
“Riding the wave of someone else’s life” - this one resonated with me! Thanks for this post. You also convinced me take the plunge on better leggings 😊
Definitely giving those protein bites a try because I have also heard everyone shouting the need for protein from the rooftops, but having lived a mostly plant-based life for the last several years, being firm about only reincorporating meat if it’s high quality (but knowing that gets expeeeensive), and also not being able to eat dairy or liking eggs… I’m here for all the protein bites. 😂
I need to eat more protein. Maybe this will be my goal for 2025. 😉 I've been thinking about getting an in-home sauna, so yeah, I'm the opposite of the cold plunge. 😂
But why do I think putting on a show in the evening will somehow redeem my life? I'm with you on this one. ai want to be the adult who gets ready for bed, gets in bed and THEN GOES TO BED. Also, I'm getting my first tattoo soon and I'm so excited!!!
In one of the coffee and crumbs podcasts you mentioned the book “Mrs. Quinn’s rise to fame”
You got me hooked because I love the great British bake off. I haven’t read fiction in a long time and I thoroughly enjoyed that book. Thank you so much for the recommendation. I now am baking sourdough bread, scones, and anything else that sounds enjoyable while my kids are home from school over winter break. I got a blank recipe book for Xmas. So in 2025, I would love to keep using baking as a creative outlet.
You have a great list. Maybe one day I will be brave and try the cold plunge 🥶
I also have better sleep as a goal. I don’t want to stay up late and watch shows. Thank you for your honesty about how that’s a habit/discipline you are still working on… me too!
Loved this, Katie. And I especially loved your reflection on chasing peace. I think I'm going to have to start saying “Not my monkeys, not my circus”, too. That is just too good! :)
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“I don’t doubt there are hard things ahead but I also don’t doubt there is good.” - THIS. I loved this reflection so much, Katie!! Almost enough to try cold plunging at least once? Maybe?? Also - my bff and I are getting matching tattoos in a couple weeks and this post made me extra excited for it!!
Girls try it!! And love you’re getting a tattoo!!!
For what it's worth, I thought Nobody Wants This was very overrated. Stand firm on your bedtime! ;) 2024 was the year of the chuck roast for my boyfriend and me in the kitchen. We made Olivia Adriance's viral chuck roast tacos and now it seems every other week we are making something different with a chuck roast! https://oliviaadriance.com/viral-chuck-roast-tacos/ I am completely uncertain what jeans to wear or how to wear them- but I did get the 90s straight leg jeans from Abercrombie and have been amazed by how much less I consciously think about/focus on my body vs when I was wearing skinny jeans. It's been so refreshing. I love your writing, Katie! Blessings on you and your kiddos in the new year. <3
Okay bookmarking that recipe! ❤️ thanks for your sweet words, Danielle!
freaking hair thinning!! I HATE IT! My hair has been in the "not working" column for two years, and I don't know what to do about it.
I gave nutrafol 4 months & it definitely thickened mine up & got shine back to it! Currently taking a break because I think it’s making me overly tired—or could that just be the 4 kids & 5am walk up call? Will see 😅
This is very interesting! Need to do more research 😉
You and me both sister. Will report back when I cut a few inches off!
I've been taking Mary Ruth's Multi Vitamin +Hair growth with success, and I only remember to take it about 3x week. Definitely helping me get my thick hair back.
Ooo thanks for the rec! Glad it’s helping!
Ugh same. 37 and thinning dramatically. I keep thinking it’s the terrible water quality where I live. Probably hormones too.
Love this! Here’s to 2025!!
Great post Katie!!! I love reading these. ❤️
What worked this year was stumbling upon you, Ashlee , C + C and Exhale. Is has felt like I’ve been driving in the rain with no wipers on trying to articulate life and motherhood and creativity and then you all plus a dose of Gods sweet words add some serious windscreen action to all of that.
This is the NICEST and I am honored by your words, Vanessa ❤️ Hugs to you!!
“Riding the wave of someone else’s life” - this one resonated with me! Thanks for this post. You also convinced me take the plunge on better leggings 😊
Is it weird that I want to come with you to your haircut?
So so interested in the cold plunge bath...how long do you usually stay in?
Definitely giving those protein bites a try because I have also heard everyone shouting the need for protein from the rooftops, but having lived a mostly plant-based life for the last several years, being firm about only reincorporating meat if it’s high quality (but knowing that gets expeeeensive), and also not being able to eat dairy or liking eggs… I’m here for all the protein bites. 😂
Try the black bean brownies too! And the African Peanut soup can easily be made without chicken 😉
One of my best friends and I are constantly talking about how to increase our protein intake. We laugh about it often 😂
I need to eat more protein. Maybe this will be my goal for 2025. 😉 I've been thinking about getting an in-home sauna, so yeah, I'm the opposite of the cold plunge. 😂
But why do I think putting on a show in the evening will somehow redeem my life? I'm with you on this one. ai want to be the adult who gets ready for bed, gets in bed and THEN GOES TO BED. Also, I'm getting my first tattoo soon and I'm so excited!!!
In one of the coffee and crumbs podcasts you mentioned the book “Mrs. Quinn’s rise to fame”
You got me hooked because I love the great British bake off. I haven’t read fiction in a long time and I thoroughly enjoyed that book. Thank you so much for the recommendation. I now am baking sourdough bread, scones, and anything else that sounds enjoyable while my kids are home from school over winter break. I got a blank recipe book for Xmas. So in 2025, I would love to keep using baking as a creative outlet.
You have a great list. Maybe one day I will be brave and try the cold plunge 🥶
I also have better sleep as a goal. I don’t want to stay up late and watch shows. Thank you for your honesty about how that’s a habit/discipline you are still working on… me too!
Love reading a recap and now I’m inspired to try Nuuly and cold plunge 🥶
Julie Julie Julie! Try the cold plunge and report back! I think you will love it!