Looking Back at a Cozy Era
With the festive season rolling around, I was looking through my blog archives and stumbled across my original December to-do list from all the way back in 2019.
It feels like a literal lifetime ago! This was the winter right before the 2020 lockdowns, right before Jake and I moved into our first house, and the year I decided to step back from the chaos of Blogmas to just breathe and enjoy the magic.
I love looking back at these digital time capsules, so I wanted to share this cozy little flashback with you all. Let’s see what was on my radar back in the winter of 2019.
My 2019 December To-Do List
Enjoy Krakow
It feels like Jake and I booked our trip to Krakow a lifetime ago, and I’m so excited that it’s finally here! I’m especially looking forward to visiting the Christmas markets and enjoying a break. I’ve never traveled in December before, so it’ll be great to have that experience too.
Christmas Baking
My baking has been few and far between this year, but I really want to make something festive in December. I’m thinking Christmas tree brownies, but I still need to get some icing and a cutter. I love baking and I’m hoping this turns out well.
Visit a Garden Centre
Garden centres at Christmas time are my absolute favourite. They always have the best displays and it’s amazing to see. I have no idea when I’m going to be able to fit this in, but I’m hoping to find time somewhere. This is something I’ve done for a few years now, and I’d like to keep it up. Of course, I’ll post about it on Instagram too!
Finish Christmas Shopping
I feel like I’m doing okay with this! I started my shopping in November and I’ve made a list with ideas to keep me organised and on track. Giving gifts is one of my favourite things about Christmas, and I want to be organised this year and be wrapped and ready before the 20th at the latest.
Watch All of The Christmas Films
Of course, I don’t literally mean all of them. I don’t think anyone has that much free time, especially with how many there are to pick from now! I’m not actually a massive film person; I find it hard to switch off and watch something for that long, as I feel like I always have more important things to be doing… but it’s Christmas!
Get into the Christmas Spirit
December is Christmas, isn’t it really? This month I want to listen to all of the Christmas music, and get the decorations up as soon as possible to fully bask in the Christmas glory. I also love driving around looking at all of the Christmas lights. It’s so cosy and extremely festive.
A Little Present-Day Reflection
Looking back at this list makes me smile so much. Traveling to Krakow in the crisp December air was such a core memory, and it’s wild to see how my love for festive baking eventually turned into my monthly baking challenges on the blog!
Let’s chat in the comments!
Do you remember what you were doing back in December 2019? Do you still love visiting garden centres and driving around to look at Christmas lights as much as I do?
Thank you for reading!
Great plans! I finished my shopping at the weekend and it’s all wrapped and under the tree! I’m enjoying watching Christmas films and listening to Christmas FM at the moment! x
Thank you! Ah no way, you’re so organised. Christmas music and films are a must in December xx
I’m all for watching ALL of the christmas movies! They are SO good!
Erin
I’m loving all your reviews on Instagram! They really are xx
same!! i need to visit a garden center and find a little xmas tree to take home with me!(:
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Garden Centres are the best at Christmas time! Aw, I hope you find one xx
Ahh I loved this post! I hope you have an amazing time in Krakow, I’m really hoping George and I will be able to visit next Christmas, it looks beautiful xx
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Thank you so much! It was an absolutely amazing time, I hope you’re able to visit, it’s an amazing city break especially in December xx
Loved reading your December to-do list! You’ve got so many fun things planned over the festive period. I definitely need to get into the festive spirit more haha xx
Lauren
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thank you, I’m glad you think so. I hope you’re able to get into the festive spirit xx
It’s so good to keep lists with your gift ideas, I do this every year and I was already finished with my christmas shopping before black friday xD
I do this also to keep track of the budget. If I buy a few smaller gifts for someone, I try to add them up in the list while I’m collecting them so that I can say “stop” when I go over the budget for someone, and I can compare if everyone has more or less the same value for their gifts!
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That’s so true, and no way! I need to be that organised haha! That’s a good idea though, I bet it works out better for you xx
This is EXACTLY how I’ve felt about baking this year. I’ve managed to redeem myself by baking gingerbread loaf and two batches of mince pies! 🙂
Super festive to do list! Hope you enjoy your little vacay! I wanted to get some baking done this season too! There’s something about the winter vibes that make baking that much more appealing lol. I’m the same way, I like to get my shopping and wrapping done as soon as possible, plus I also like the look of a Christmas tree complete with presents underneath.
Have a Merry Christmas!!
Des