It should be universally recognized that December is the most wonderful month of the year!
I mean, how telling is it that so many cultures have settled on December as the suitable host for their most significant holidays? Even in years that have been trying, I find it so difficult to remain gloomy for long during this very festive period that closes out the calendar. December is filled with lights, singing, food, and fun; the air suffused with a spirit of generosity and renewed reverence for the people we love in our lives.
Admittedly, I am a bit biased in favor of December as “best time of the year” because my birthday is also this month :-)
This year, I’ve had to be flexible in making birthday plans because of the pandemic. Several elements of my original itinerary have had to be delayed or modified due to reintroduction of certain travel and activity restrictions. But this will be my last hurrah before 2022’s milestone “P-Day”, so I plan to make it count!
Want to contribute a candle to my cake? Here are 12 perfect ways to make it extra special:
Dinner for two (me and you?) at Xiquet DL - one of two restaurants on D.C.’s Michelin Guide that I haven’t had a chance to experience together (the other is Pineapple & Pearls, which is still closed due to COVID-19 challenges). If we can’t manage it together, I’ll collect this Michelin star with one of my closest girlfriends!
Leave a scent signature - some of my favorite fragrances are due for a refill. Delina by Parfums de Marly, Baccarat Rouge 540 by Maison Francis Kurkdjian, Aventus for Her by Creed, and Mumbai Noise from Byredo
Send a toast to another year of happiness and prosperity with a set of Zalto Champagne glasses. I love to host friends for dinner soirèes, so I usually purchase dinnerware in sets of 8.
Well wishes for good health have even more impact when in the form of personal training sessions at Equinox!
Time is the ultimate commodity, and a classic watch serves as a perpetual reminder of how precious it is. The Cartier Tank Française is an iconic style that is modern, versatile, subtle, and collection-worthy.
The classic girlfriend treatment: spoil the girl with an allowance via gift cards! A VISA gift card works everywhere, or a Delta Airlines gift card allows me to go anywhere. Saks Fifth Avenue, FWRD, Revolve, Sephora, Amazon, and Ikea are places I love to shop.
Capture incredible memories with me using the Sony G Master 70-200mm lens on my Sony a7RIV! I love putting together photo diaries for my blog, and this lens is incredible for everything from portraits to capturing landscapes.
Pad my investment portfolio - the ultimate way to secure a great future - with a bitcoin gift via Cashapp!
Gift learning experiences to advance my skills in skiing (Jackson Hole, WY), scuba diving, and Spanish!
Show your love for “P” in the most sparkly way - this Tiffany & Co. Alphabet Pendant is the perfect adornment for the delicate, erotic curves of the neckline.
With age comes a growing appreciation of subtleties. This is especially true for wine and spirits! I would love to broaden my knowledge concerning varietals, serving methods, and vocabulary through an Introductory Course with the Court of Master Sommeliers.
My favorite handbag in an unforgettable color: the Mini Lady Dior in Cherry Red Patent Leather. It’ll be perfectly paired with a little black dress and red lipstick when we meet next!
P-Day is December 28th! If you want to send a day-of gift:
Fresh bouquets from Allan Woods Flowers or preserved arrangements from La Fleur Bouquets add a beautiful, feminine touch to my space!
Birthday bubbles! Send a bottle of Krug Champagne for me to pop the cork on!
One indulgence won’t ruin my perfect body! Georgetown Cupcakes are my favorite sweet treat - and their December flavor assortment is amazing!
As I reflect on the past 12 months, I find myself amazed at the spectacular memories we created from what was once a bleak forecast for 2021! This year has been incredibly gratifying and formative for me. I am so thankful for the support of long-time lovers, and equally grateful to have made a few new intimate connections. Thank you for contributing so many rich, enthralling new experiences to my life. I will cherish them forever…. and I look forward to our next new adventure together!