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Only 2 Days Left Until Christmas, Partners

There’s a unique warmth in these final days before Christmas arrives. The world feels like it’s holding its breath—lights glowing a little brighter, kitchens warming up a little earlier, and hearts stretching just a little wider. With only two days left until Christmas, y’all, the countdown is officially real.

Santa’s Almost Here

Whether you’ve got little ones pacing the hallway or grown-ups pretending they’re not checking NORAD every hour, the excitement is building. Stockings are hanging, cookies are planned, and the question on every kid’s mind is the same: “Do you think Santa’s close yet?”

There’s a sweetness to this anticipation—those quiet moments when the house settles down and you can almost imagine sleigh bells in the distance. These are the memories that stick.

Cooking Up the Favorites

This is the time when kitchens across Texas start smelling like pure holiday joy. Maybe it’s your family’s famous tamales, a perfectly glazed ham, or that one dessert that only comes out once a year. Maybe you’re mixing up a batch of Christmas margaritas, hot buttered rum, or a simple bourbon neat to sip while the oven does its thing.

Whatever your traditions look like, these last two days are for leaning into them—slowly, intentionally, and with a whole lot of love.

Gathering Close With Family

The best part of Christmas isn’t the gifts or the glitter—it’s the people we share it with. These final days before the big morning are perfect for slowing down, turning off the noise, and soaking in the moments with the folks who make life feel full.

Board games on the table. Christmas movies on repeat. Kids running around with that unmistakable December energy. Laughter echoing through the house. These are the scenes that make the season feel real.

Holding Space for Those We Miss

As joyful as this time is, it’s also a season of remembering. Many families have empty chairs at the table this year—loved ones who are far away, serving, traveling, or no longer with us. If that’s you, know that you’re not alone.

Take a moment to honor them. Light a candle. Share a story. Say their name. Christmas has a way of bringing both joy and tenderness to the surface, and there’s room for all of it.

Two Days to Go

So here we are—just 48 hours from Christmas morning. The lights are twinkling, the lists are nearly checked off, and the spirit of the season is settling in like a warm blanket.

May these next two days be filled with good food, good company, and good memories. May your home feel peaceful, your heart feel full, and your hope feel renewed.

Merry (almost) Christmas, to all. Let’s make these last moments count.