What I'd put on my Christmas list if I didn't already have it 🎄


Hello friends!

It feels a little crazy that we are over halfway through November! I admit, although it's cold here in MB I do love this season. Is it crazy that the darkness doesn't even bother me? 🤣

If you ask me the sun setting earlier just means more time to enjoy flickering candles and twinkly lights with a mug of tea and a book, so I'm just not opposed to it. 😉

As a Type A personality with a gift-giving love language, my Christmas shopping is *nearly* complete, so I wanted to share some inspiration in case you're stumped.

In this email, I'm including the things I would ask for for Christmas if I didn't already have them.

These are the things I use all the time, often daily, and give often as gifts to others because I love them so much.

If you try any, let me know!

Yes, I own all of these things and these are affiliate links, which means I make a dollar or two (or less 😅) if you buy something I recommend at no extra cost to you.

And, of course, I have to add The Recipe Rebel Cookbook to the list! This is a collection of 100+ of our favorites -- we use this book almost every day. Free shipping ends *soon*!

You can see more of my favorite things, including favorite books, cookbooks and small appliances on my Amazon storefront.

The Recipe Rebel

I'm Ashley! I'm all about real food, simple ingredients and less dishes. I'm a high school teacher turned recipe creator and mom of 3 and I love making dinnertime more easier.

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