The Adventures of Julie and Bella 2025

Happy First Day of Winter, everyone! ❄️ Winter certainly made an entrance with these frigid temperatures, but I’m embracing the season with open arms and cozy vibes.🤗

Today also marks the start of my Christmas Break! I’m officially off work until January 6th. While I know I’ll miss the structure of my routine, I’m beyond grateful for this time to focus on myself and my well-being.🧘‍♀️💆‍♀️

The day started productively—I knocked out some errands and finished up my Christmas shopping. It feels great to check that off the list!✅️

This afternoon was all about holiday traditions and treats with my sweet Bella by my side. After our brisk walk🥶, we got to work in the kitchen. First up: my famous peanut butter fudge. It’s a holiday staple that friends and family look forward to every year. Then we whipped up a batch of festive Puppy Chow—white chocolate with M&Ms for a fun twist. It’s so addictive and the perfect snack for this time of year!

With the treats made, the rest of the afternoon was pure bliss: snuggling up with Bella, taking a cozy nap😴, and diving into my current book.📚

Tomorrow’s agenda looks just as festive! We’ll be wrapping presents, frosting cookies, and possibly heading out for our annual Christmas Light ride. Bella loves gazing at the twinkling lights as much as I do—it’s one of our favorite holiday traditions.

How about you? Are you all set for the holidays, or is there still some last-minute magic to be done? Let me know!