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What I’m Buying My Kids for Christmas; And What I’m NOT Buying

After waiting 10 years to become a mom, there’s a part of me that wants to give my babies everything especially at Christmas. But this year, I’m reminding myself that more presents don’t necessaril...

25 Christmas Gifts for Her Under $50 That Look Expensive

Finding a good Christmas gift under $50 shouldn't mean settling for something that feels like an afterthought. This year's edit is all about gifts that feel thoughtful, useful and just a little ind...

So… How Much Are We Actually Spending on Christmas?

So… how much are we actually spending on Christmas? This year, I’m putting a real number on everything—from gifts for our big family to curry goat, oxtail and Jamaican Christmas black cake. Because...

Girl, Make the Christmas List. And I Don’t Mean the Kids’ List.

Christmas spending is so much more than the presents under the tree. It’s the pajamas, teacher gifts, stocking stuffers, wrapping paper, holiday outfits, Christmas dinner and all those innocent lit...

Have You Started Planning for Christmas Yet?

What if Christmas could feel magical without the last-minute panic, overspending and January credit card regret? This year, I’m doing things differently—shopping early, buying more intentionally an...

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