We Are Trying To Be Better...
From Katie Van Slyke
In this conversation, Katie reflects on the joys of celebrating Christmas with family and the delight of watching young children experience the holiday season for the first time. The discussion also includes a look ahead to New Year's resolutions and invites listener questions about upcoming seasonal events, highlighting the importance of connection and shared experiences during this time.
Key Takeaways
- Christmas magic: kids remind us that 'wow' moments are worth more than presents.
- The real surprise of Christmas? Little kids can be both overwhelmed and underwhelmed simultaneously.
- A bike without a bell? The epitome of childhood disappointment—talk about missing the 'ring'!
- Post-holiday parenting: assembling toys teaches patience like nothing else in life—who needs IKEA?
- Kids' awe proves the best gifts spark joy, not just under the tree but in every open box.
Mentioned in This Episode
- Alex & Jaclyn Lindsay (person)
- Foaling season (concept)
- Wild Grain (sponsor)
- Wild Grain (company)
- Coco (person)
- Nate (person)
- Full Alert (product)
- Patience (concept)
- New Year's resolutions (concept)
- Jonathan King (person)
- Karen (person)
- Meconium (concept)
- Iodine (product)
- Bad presentation (concept)
- Ethel (person)
- Alix Noel (person)
- Zoe Des Chanel (person)
- Denver (concept)
- Ari Maddie (person)
- Breeding season (concept)