06 | Stop and Smell the Roses - Why I Decorated Early and What My 10-Year-Old Taught Me

The holidays are coming fast, and if you’re anything like me, life feels like a blur this time of year. Between work, family, and all the extras on the calendar, it’s easy to forget to pause and just be.In this week’s Midweek Moment, I’m sharing why I decided to decorate early for Christmas and how my youngest — who just turned ten — reminded me that time is so precious. When he told me he no longer believes in Santa or the Elf, it hit me hard. But it also opened my eyes to something bigger: the magic doesn’t disappear. It just changes.My grandma always says, “Ashley, stop and smell the roses.” So today, that’s exactly what we’re doing. Together we’ll slow down, take a few deep breaths, and reflect on how we can savor the beauty right in front of us instead of racing through the season.🌿 In this episode: • The real reason I decorated early this year • What my son’s “no-Santa” moment taught me about time • A short guided meditation to help you pause and breathe • A gentle reminder to make your own timeline this holiday season✨ Challenge: Find one small moment that feels beautiful this week and be all in. Then share it with me on Instagram or TikTok by tagging @ashtodusk.official and using #AshToDusk. I’d love to see what peace looks like for you right now.💛 Don’t forget to subscribe to Ash to Dusk on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts for new full episodes every Sunday and Midweek Moments every Wednesday.You don’t have to rush through the season — you just have to live it.