A cozy evening spent relaxing with loved ones is one of life's greatest gifts. Evenings are long + spacious these days...what a luxury. (That's one way to look at it.). :) Thinking through what brings comfort, light + laughter in our own evenings might just offer some great inspiration for last-minute gifting.
When it comes to last-minute gifts, it's nice if we can use some things already in our own cupboards or perhaps find them at a distance no further than the grocery store. Here's what comes to mind for me:
When it comes to last-minute gifts, it's nice if we can use some things already in our own cupboards or perhaps find them at a distance no further than the grocery store. Here's what comes to mind for me:
- a favorite evening snack or the things to make one :: make some sweet + spicy nuts to share or give some popcorn kernels along with your favorite toppings + recipe
- a list of favorite podcasts or a playlist could be added to the above
- a month (or a few) of their favorite streaming service for music or viewing (I loved receiving 3 months of ad-free music last year)
- journaling (or conversation) prompts :: download a digital copy + offer it along with a blank journal for recording
- all they'd need to make a favorite meal :: tie it all up in a piece of fabric or reuse a basket, box or one of those extra tote bags :)
- a lovely candle (these are easy to make if there is time)
- a craft kit :: it might be possible to gather supplies from our own collection :: or offer a lovely skein of yarn (you haven't gotten around to knitting yet) along with a favorite hat, scarf or sock pattern
- a previously enjoyed book :: add a lovely note or conversational post-its throughout
- an offering of babysitting (yes, this is a real gift!!) (as long as it happens)
- a game or puzzle (we enjoyed this one recently + then passed it on)
- a suggestion for a new evening ritual to share
Enjoy your holiday evenings, friends! Wishing you health + love + laughter too.
Love,
Jane
