Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday for two very big reasons: 1) its focus is gratitude and 2) there’s no pressure to give or receive gifts. Gratitude and simplicity are two of my core values, all rolled into one big, beautiful holiday spent enjoying a meal with loved ones.

Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays! It's a chance to spend time with loved ones without the pressure of finding the "perfect gift" and, more importantly, a time to reflect on the things one is grateful for.

Two years ago, this little business o’ mine was just a twinkle in my eye. When I gave birth to her in January 2014, I had no idea what was in store for me. I knew it would be exciting and terrifying, but I didn’t anticipate the past two years being the craziest roller coaster ride I’ve ever experienced.