seasonal favourites: scents, movies, and accessories

Somehow, the month of December is halfway over. This time of year always seems to move too fast. The endless to-do lists, decorating, shopping, wrapping, cards, and all the rest seem to make the days zip by in a flash. So, it is nice to pause and reflect on the little things that add magic and wonder to the holiday season. These are some of my seasonal favourites for 2025.

review: the grinch face and eyeshadow palette (taste beauty)

I have many weaknesses. Around the holiday season? It is The Grinch. I have a little Grinch themed village, a Grinch tree topper, mini inflatable, blow molds, and all sorts of other decor items. I love everything about The Grinch. The book, the cartoon, the live action version, and the more recent animated film. There is something so beautiful about the story. It is essentially about opening your heart to others and finding the true spirit of the season. If only more people on this planet were willing to learn from The Grinch, especially his ability to grow and change. The messages in holiday movies are meaningful...so it is hard to control myself around Christmas themed makeup items. I like to use them throughout the year so I can enjoy that Christmas feeling month after month. Recently, there was a massive Grinch palette at Winners for $12.99 CDN, and despite it being completely impractical to store, it was added to my cart without much thought. Oops. Find out how it performs...

my five most listened to artists of 2025.

Streaming is not really my thing, but it has been interesting to see my friends post lists of their most listened to artists of the year. I love to see what people have been into lately. Music is a really important part of my life, so even though I do not have an official "wrapped" list, it seemed appropriate to share some of my most listened to artists of 2025. Here goes...

unexpected makeup haul (r.e.m. beauty and wet n wild)

It has been a long time since I casually browsed the beauty aisles of the drugstore. Thanks to a generous birthday gift from one of my oldest friends, there was a gift card burning a hole in my pocket - and I was all too eager to put to good use. That is how this unexpected makeup haul came to be. Keep reading for a closer look at these Wet n Wild and r.e.m. beauty products.

revisited review: oh deer christmas shadow and face palette

Seasonal makeup items are always a thrill. Christmas music and movies are played in my home throughout the year....and holiday makeup items are used on a regular basis. The cute illustrations, themed names, and beautiful colours make the world a little better. It should come as no surprise that the Oh Deer Christmas Shadow and Face Palette from Beauty Creations has been in heavy rotation since last holiday season. I have focused on making the most of this Christmas themed release. Now, it is time for a revisited review. Have my opinions changed? What colours are most used? Keep reading to find out...

thrifted christmas finds (music and movies)

Ahh...how I love thrift stores. There are all sorts of hidden treasures inside. One of my favourite thrift stores only carries media (CDs, VHS tapes, DVDs, and records) but it is not somewhere that I am able to visit often. This is because armfuls of items come home with me every single time. However, every now and then, I am treated to a quick browse. The last time that I visited, there were all sorts of holiday items available. On that note, here are some recent thrifted Christmas finds. 

to appreciate a snowflake it is necessary to stand out in the cold.

The last month of 2025 has officially arrived....and what a year it has been. The last eleven months have been extremely difficult for my family, with multiple members in and out of the hospital. Fingers crossed 2026 will be much better, but until then, it is time to make the most of what remains. December is a month that often makes me smile, even if it also stresses me out with all of the seasonal tasks that need to be done. What I love most? Christmas music on the radio, watching holiday movies, and making memories with loved ones. In honour of the last month of the year, here are some seasonal questions.