Holiday Wish List

Working remotely the past nine months has been a non-stop learning journey. Working from home has had its fair share of ups and downs and constantly seeking out tips and tricks on how to get the workload done efficiently and effectively.

When Thanksgiving rolled around, it was a time to reflect on the year 2020 and remember that even though these are unprecedented times, there was a lot to be thankful for. A few things I was thankful for this year were eliminating my morning and afternoon commute and mastering my new espresso machine. The hour I got back in the mornings allowed for this new coffee addiction, but it still does not compete with the almond milk latte from Brothers & Sisters café in Brookline. If you are still working in the area, I highly recommend you pop in and try it out.

Looking ahead, I was very thoughtful on what I wanted to ask Santa for this year. Most of my wishes revolved around making my remote work life more enjoyable and productive. Hopefully you can add at least one to your list this year.

Wish List:

1. Neck massager – Never have I been more conscious of my bad posture than this past year. The neck and back pain from staring at a laptop on my makeshift desk for hours each day became a huge issue. I also must talk about the pain frequently as I constantly see ads for the CervicalCloud™ Neck & Shoulder massager. In addition to practicing better posture, I would also like a fancy gadget.
2. Warming Mug – I have not been able to start my mornings without a cup of coffee or tea. However, there are those days where emails pull you in and I forget all about my fresh, hot cup of caffeine. The Ember® Mug allows you to set and maintain a chosen temperature for 80 minutes. This saves the inevitable trips back and forth from the microwave – efficiency check!
3. Hot Chocolate Bombs – as it is the holidays, hot chocolate if the perfect treat for the middle of the day. I have been seeing these chocolate balls with mini marshmallows and other treats inside all over the internet. I don’t want it, I need it.
4. Cozy Blanket – you can never have too many blankets. Now that it is colder, especially in the mornings, having a warm blanket draped over my desk chair is a must. The pottery barn blankets are a staple in my home.
5. Airbnb Experiences – I am sure everyone is missing traveling or booking vacations, especially around the holidays. Airbnb offers online experiences with a range of activities from Holiday Caroling with Idina Menzel to Cooking Pasta with the Italian Grandmas.
6. Water Bottle with Time Marker – A helpful reminder to drink water throughout the day. It’s simple, but it’s helpful.

These are just a few of the things I have on my wish list. The holidays may feel different this year but its always a good time to check in and treat yourself. Hope everyone has a happy and healthy holiday season!