Just What I Needed

Holiday season always seems to be as challenging as it is joyous. This year seems to have delivered an extra swift kick to the teeth of just about everyone I know. There's been loss and anxiety and conflict and an all-around aura of difficulty. It makes me just want to curl up in a cozy spot with a good book and a cup of tea. And as is often the case, the world of storytelling knew just what I needed and when I needed it...

I received my newest OwlCrate, which perked me up since it meant an awesome new book. The month's theme is Myths and Legends, which holds tremendous possibility, and it delivered (quite literally!)!

So I want to curl up with a book and a mug of tea? Boom! It's like they know my soul.

That's right, it's Red Riding Hood tea! 

It smells heavenly, and how gorgeous is that tin?!

So in the first moments of opening the Crate, my dreams for comfort and escape have been met. Hard to beat that, and the rest of the box was really just bonus. 

I LOVELOVELOVE the necklace; it's just extra glorious-ness that someone was brilliant enough to name a business The Geeky Cauldron.

All-in-all, this has been my favorite OwlCrate so far.

Yes, the surprise is fun and the book looks awesome and the book-ish treats were extra-great this month...but why? 

It always comes back to the story. It sweeps you away, it brings you joys and challenges beyond (or maybe just within?...) your wildest imagination. Myths and legends and, for me in particular, fairy tales, are some of our most treasured stories. They've lasted almost longer than forever, and they still matter to us...we still want to be the hero who slays the dragon using magic and wit to achieve a happy ending. 

OwlCrate is the noble sidekick on my journey through a traditionally difficult time of year, and I'm glad they've brought me a ticket to "Once Upon a Time."

Feel free to share any and all of your favorite stories with me, and happy reading!