Besties…we made it to December. Somehow. Against all odds. Through chaos, cliffhangers, and emotional boss battles no one warned us about.

Pull up a chair, unwrap a cozy blanket, and prepare to witness my blog’s very first Blogmas – cue the confetti cannons, dramatic holiday soundtrack, and the soft glow of a softly lit Christmas tree for ambience and not at all because I don’t feel like turning on my overhead lights.

THE REAL TALK SECTION

Life right now? Oh, it’s giving “main character thrown into a plot twist she definitely did not consent to.” I’ve been hit with:

• emotional boss battles
• side quests I didn’t sign up for
• mid-season cliffhangers
• and at least one wholesome moment that felt like a hug

2025 clocked me with a brick and then whispered, “But like…love you tho?” and then tucked me into bed before running off again.

This month?

I’m choosing to make December my sanctuary month – the cozy epilogue before the next big arc begins.

The holidays have always meant something deep to me. They anchor me. They remind me that even when life feels upside down, there are still lights in the dark (bonus if they’re the lights on a Christmas tree), still warm mugs waiting, still moments of rest, renewal, and healing.

December is my reset button.

DECEMBER AESTHETIC FORECAST

Okay, so here’s the vibe check for the month. Ready?

Blanket Burrito With Eyes.

Yes, this is my final form.

Yes, I am proud of it.

Inside the Blanket Burrito, you will find:

• one tired-but-hopeful Black woman trying her damn best
• one cup of coffee or hot chocolate
• one novel that may or may not cause emotional damage
• possibly tears (happy or dramatic, we embrace both)
• possibly glitter (because why not?)
• definitely crumbs like popcorn or some type of Christmas cookie

My goal is simple: wrap myself up like a discounted bacon-wrapped cinnamon roll and let the coziness win.

If you could picture someone typing these posts with only my eyes and fingertips peeking out from a blanket fortress…you’re correct.

DECEMBER INTENTIONS

Here’s what I’m prioritizing this month:

Rest – The kind of rest where you feel like you can exhale. The kind of rest where you don’t feel guilty for doing nothing. The kind where your brain can finally unclench since…June? September? 2008?

Joy – Small joy. Big joy. Sparkly joy. Petty joy (I’m joking about this one…mostly.) Whatever form she comes in, I’m saying “yes.”

Reading – After a month long reading slump last month, books will be inhaled. Annotations will be chaotic.

Soft Girl Era: Unlocked – I’m talking moisturized, hydrated, unbothered, actually exercising, and also whisper-singing Christmas song while journaling.

Hermit Mode Activated – I’m entering my self-preservation arc. Boundaries up. Energy conserved. Blanket burrito walls fortified. If someone wants access to my peace, they better come correct. Period.

WHAT TO EXPECT THIS BLOGMAS

• bookish chaos
• holiday movie rants and lists
• nostalgic throwbacks
• comfort reads
• cozy routines
• TV show breakdowns
• the occasional life update but make it wholesome
• and zero tolerance for anyone disturbing my vibe

It’s going to be fun, festive, slightly unhinged, and deeply cozy – basically me.

So welcome to Blogmas 2025!

We’re doing December gently, intentionally, and with just the right amount of sparkle.

Let the merriment begin!

🎄💫