So much of the work that goes into any holiday season is unseen. So much of it is the mental load, the emotional load, the logistical load. Things that nobody notices unless they're not done. The reality is that it is a lot of work to keep track and take care of all of these seasonal tasks. There are SO. MANY. small details that parents are constantly keeping track of in their minds during this holiday season. This never-ending, revolving mental to-do list, all in efforts to make this time of year special for those around us. It can be incredibly draining. If can feel like the work you do is unseen and unappreciated. I see you, friend. I see you carrying this mental load that brings the "magic" during this busy time (on top of, you know, the regular task of keeping the tiny humans alive). Acknowledging that this work is hard doesn't mean that we don't enjoy this season. Do you feel like a lot of what you contribute to your family's celebrations go unseen? What feelings does that bring up for you?