Dear Santa,
I’ve been a very good girl this year. Well, except for the few sudden outbursts I had in Target trying to wrangle up the kids. But besides that, and, well, the time I sent myself to bed early to try and escape the madness that is a husband and kids, I’ve been an exemplary girl. I’ve thought long and hard about what I want for Christmas this year and here’s what I’ve come up with. If you don’t have time to make these things happen, just let me know and I’ll figure out a way to get it done (like women always do). Without further ado (in no particular order):
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Help with Holiday Activities (the decorating, shopping, baking, wrapping, etc.) –
It’s hard to enjoy the holiday season when you’re running around like a crazy lady trying to make it perfect for everyone else. A little help with the stressfulness that is the holidays would be more than appreciated.
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Homemade gifts from the kids –
His little hands and feet won’t be this little for much longer so help me capture the moments with homemade gifts/photos. I’d love to be able to fill up the Christmas tree with homemade ornaments one day.
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A maid or someone else to help with the daily cleaning –
This doesn’t mean we need someone that comes to the house everyday or even every week, just someone (that lives within these walls) to put away the clean dishes and fold the laundry.
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A day to myself –
An hour, maybe four, that’s all I ask. I might head to the gym for a workout, or to the mall to shop. I’ll keep my options open.
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Magazine subscription –
Don’t get me wrong, I love reading to the kids but sometimes this mama wants to Keep Up with the Kardashians via People or try a new recipe I saw in Bon Appetite.
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Date night –
Dinner, drinks & a show? Yes, please. I don’t care where we go or what we do, I would just love a night out with my man.
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Makeup –
For the few nights out a year I get with my husband, I’d like to look presentable. Take a peek in my makeup drawer, snap a photo of the back of my bronzer, foundation and blush, and head to the department store to get a refill on my favorite colors. If you see any nice lipsticks, feel free to grab those, too.
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A Massage and/or Mani/Pedi –
Mama needs a spa day with a warm, fuzzy robe and silence. Check Groupon for local deals and/or drop a hint to my hubby to buy a membership so that I can go a throughout the year.
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New wardrobe –
Or maybe just a few new staple pieces: jeans, leggings, a sweater and basic t-shirts. Don’t forget about the accessories: scarves and necklaces can be mixed and matched to create new outfits (AKA no need for a completely new wardrobe).
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Vacation –
Take me somewhere warm and tropical. Away from cold and snow. Is it too much to ask for a drink with a little umbrella in it? Oh, make sure my family is with me, too, please.
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Jewelry –
After all, diamonds are a girl’s best friend. I don’t need 5K, just something that sparkles.
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Family time –
Nothing beats family togetherness. The holidays seem to fly by so if you can schedule a little family time before it all gets away from us, that would be lovely.
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A surprise –
I don’t care what it is, I just want to be surprised. You can even wrap it with a big bow on top!
With love,
Aubrey
