November is here, and with it comes one of my favorite reminders of the year: slow down, soak it all in, and be thankful for the beautiful chaos we call life! Between the messy house, never-ending to-do lists, busy schedules, and days that sometimes feel like they'll never end, it's easy to forget just how much we truly have to be grateful for. But when I look around, I see five amazing kiddos, my husband, wonderful family and friends, our four-legged troublemakers, and this little business that continues to grow because of YOU! Every order, kind word, and bit of support for Wood Be Awesome Gifts means more than you know.
And speaking of things to be thankful for, we even managed to sneak away for a little fall getaway to Massachusetts! 🍂📚 A book lover's dream filled with autumn charm, cozy vibes, and a little literary magic. And the best part? This wasn't just another story I escaped into... this time, I got to live it!
So here's to a November filled with gratitude, togetherness, cozy moments, and memories worth holding onto. Happy November, friends! 🤎✨
Gobble Up Some Thanksgiving Fun 🦃
Looking for a little hands-on fun this Thanksgiving? Our DIY Turkey Picture Frame Kits are a November must-have for kids AND adults! Whether you're planning a classroom craft, hosting Friendsgiving, or looking for a fun activity to keep everyone entertained before the big feast, these turkey frames are always a hit! A little crafting, a lot of gobble-worthy fun, and a keepsake to treasure year after year!
🧡DIY Turkey Picture Frame Kit 🧡
The Bookiest Etsy Shop 📚
Calling all bookworms, chapter chasers, and lovers of fictional worlds! 📖💕 Our Etsy shop is bursting with bookish goodies that are simply too good to keep on the shelf!
We've got TWO new bookish goodies joining our Etsy collection, and they're absolutely novel-worthy! 📖💕 Our adorable Open Book Club Ornaments let you showcase your favorite reads, book club picks, or reading adventures in a personalized keepsake you'll treasure year after year! And don't forget our new Reading Tracker Bookmarks! Perfect for keeping track of all those pages turned, books finished, and literary adventures along the way.
✨Shop OPEN BOOK CLUB ORNAMENT
✨Shop READING TRACKER BOOKMARK
November Mom Tip: A Thankful Heart in a Beautifully Messy Home! 🤎
November is the perfect time to remind ourselves that a happy home doesn't have to be a perfect home! Between the piles of laundry, dishes in the sink, school activities, holiday planning, and the never-ending demands of motherhood, it's easy to get caught up in everything that still needs to be done. But Mama, sometimes we need to stop looking at our to-do lists and start appreciating everything we've already created.
My November Mom Tip? Practice a little gratitude for yourself, too! We spend so much time being thankful for our children, our families, and the blessings around us that we sometimes forget to appreciate the person holding so much of it together—YOU! Take a moment to recognize how much you do, how much love you give, and how far you've come. And don't forget to make time for yourself, whether that's a quiet cup of coffee, a few chapters of a good book, or a little getaway to recharge.