And right here we are- my closing weblog publish of 2024! As this 12 months begins to wrap up and I discover myself trying ahead to household time and a few relaxation, I’m additionally pondering of you. I’m humbled by what number of of you have got been studying right here for years upon years.
I began this weblog in 2010 and in some way I’m nonetheless right here writing virtually 15 years later. A few of you have got recognized me longer than lots of my in-person buddies and have continued to assist and take care of my household by means of ups, downs, and life adjustments. That’s unimaginable to me, particularly in at this time’s world of social media, algorithms, rising household calls for, and distractions. I understand how valuable your time is and the truth that you continue to swing by and spend time with me means a lot.
Have you ever been busy this week? We’ve been tying up unfastened ends round right here as we put together for household to reach at this time. The women helped bake cookies and make soups and chilis. I’ve been to the shop a pair instances. I’ve stocked the visitor baths and double checked the menu and I believe we’re as prepared as we’re going to be. C’mon Christmas, we’re excited for you!
Merry Christmas from the Dixon Household!
Final evening David and I sneaked in a date evening. We’ve completed this for a couple of years and once we could make it occur, we actually benefit from the time for simply us to speak and join earlier than the whirlwind of Christmas.
This 12 months we went to Topsoil, a farm to fork restaurant in Vacationers Relaxation that I’ve heard good issues about, and it blew us away! It had scrumptious craft cocktails and inventive mini plates with most elements being sourced from native farms. I want to return when there may be higher pure mild to seize all of the goodness! The chef is a James Beard semi-finalist and it shines by means of his dishes. Extremely advocate.
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As we settle into this time of 12 months of reflection and gratitude, I’m additionally pondering lots about this area going into the brand new 12 months. 2024 was a giant 12 months for transitions, many who I needed to preserve below wraps as we discovered issues with David’s job, promoting, constructing, and so on. I’m now, for the primary time in a 12 months, starting to really feel clearheaded and settled.
That is opening up psychological area for issues like planning and I’ve numerous aspirations and hopes for 2025, lots of them centered in my residence. I need to make this home a comfortable residence. I need to begin my backyard. I need to get chickens. I need to be a totally current spouse and mother. I need to attain for brand spanking new well being targets. I need to use my large digital camera extra and write extra. I need to take a look at the waters and see if old fashioned running a blog can nonetheless be a factor in at this time’s world of instantaneous social sharing. I’ll be noodling that over extra within the subsequent couple weeks.
However for now, I’m wishing you peace and pleasure. I hope this subsequent week or two is crammed with folks you’re keen on, pets you cherish, moments you relish in, and possibly a couple of nice nights of sleep as you recharge and reset for an exquisite 2025. I can’t wait to meet up with you within the new 12 months! Merry Christmas <3
