I know it’s January now, the month that’s all about fresh starts and resolutions. We’re going to learn something new, do things differently, make things better.
But I want to pause for a moment and reflect on what I learned in 2024 … knowledge that is worthy of carrying over into 2025.
- I discovered Aldi’s “Birria” frozen chuck roast, and it’s been a game changer for my recipe rotation (and so easy!)
- I started using oat milk in my morning coffee and definitely prefer it now over other milks.
- Read the first two books of the Fourth Wing series and it’s been a recent favorite! Fantasy with dragons and a touch of spice and the final book of the series comes out THIS MONTH!
- I discovered two awesome local tattoo artists … Gina works out of Cousin Paul’s Tattoo, and Maddy is at St. Louis Tattoo Company.
- I learned (the hard way) that you should never wait to buy tickets to those pop-up holiday bars (not just the Christmas ones) because they often do sell out.
- I acquired some new skills: making sourdough thanks to a class at Whistle Stop 301, and hand-crocheted a chunky blanket at Crystal Worthy Art.
Some of my friends also shared with me what they’re keeping around for 2025!
- Advocate for your own health. Always get a 2nd or third opinion. Keep talking until someone listens- and you feel like you’re being listened to. (Jennedy)
- Speak up for yourself and your kids and get help when you need it. Don’t be ashamed or afraid to do so. (Christina)
- Need a new game for Game Night? Check out Chameleon, Hitster, Blank Slate, and Incohearant. (Carol)
- The most adorable little desk vacuum (Sarah)
- The Libby app for borrowing books (Dawn)
What about you? Anything you feel like other St. Louis Moms need to know? A life hack, a favorite find on Amazon, an awesome local product or business you discovered this year, a yummy new recipe, or something you learned from a new parenting milestone this past year … we would love it if you’d share by commenting below!
