CHRISTMAS WRAP + CHAT WITH ME! | VLOGMAS 2021

[@CrystalTara]

Have a great weekend, friends!! ❤️

[@tinleyguthrie3533]

Thank u

[@paulinesjourney6726]

You also! 😊

[@MySillyLittleGang]

Thank you, you too!

[@teressagoldstein3251]

Y’all too!❤️

[@lillianng2649]

Thank you, You too as well

[@deannaladd5710]

A rescue is a great option and loving another dog is a way to honor Bailey!

[@Bribear1977]

Yessss!!! Exactly ❤

[@maureenb1109]

That’s what I did and best decision of my life I adopted a female 5 yr old shih Tzu she is the love of my life 🥰

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

Who else leaves the video their watching when Crystal posts a new video?!

[@CrystalTara]

Ha! Thanks, Alma!!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@CrystalTara you're so very welcome Crystal.

[@karaumbenhauer2049]

There’s no better way to honor a lost pet then to rescue another pet that needs a home and love❤️❤️

[@paulinesjourney6726]

Yes, I did the same. I have two female cats from Pet Save in Canada. 😊

[@CrystalTara]

Thank you, Kara. I’ve definitely felt guilty about moving on. I needed to hear this.

[@thedayshefellin]

Agreed! My cat Maddie passed in September and we rescued a new kitten in November. The kitten looks like Maddie's sister that also passed years ago so we like to think she sent the kitten our way. 🐾

[@marigoldsky3799]

I love when you show the yard outside, what the weather is each day and if the kids are at school or at Grandmas…..I always wonder things like that 😊

[@thedayshefellin]

I totally get the Post holiday blues! Even though it's still decorated in my house through January, the blues hit December 26. Even as a full grown adult, there's just something so magical about Christmas time.

[@CrystalTara]

I totally agree. It all comes to an end so fast!

[@d4ever649]

Yes!!! I get holiday blues after almost every big holiday 🥺 especially Christmas.

[@clairecullen4441]

Absolutely adopt a rescue dog! There are so many in need of a loving home. We have only ever adopted, and it is the most rewarding experience. Merry Christmas!

[@amplified-zg1cy]

Rescues are the best! Each dog that we have had over the years has been a rescue. I had the same “feeling” about our current rescue and she is wonderful. It was definitely a great decision for us after losing our 15yo rescued Beagle.

[@mindyhulse6587]

Thank you so much for considering rescuing a precious dog for your family. It's a beautiful way to honor Bailey's memory by giving a dog a second chance in life. ❤.

[@marymcmilleon2821]

I love how you do so many things with your children, and that you're not trying to show some "perfect" artificial image to the public. You're doing a great job as a mom. God bless you, Crystal! Your hard work will pay off. Keep it up.

[@CrystalTara]

Thanks, Mary. Have a good weekend!

[@kimberlynovak2712]

I get sad, too, Crystal. I feel like all we have to look forward to is a long, cold, dreary Winter. Christmas is so much fun and most people are so jovial and happy. Then, when Christmas is over, things go back to the same old same old. It's nice to know that other people feel with way as well. I enjoyed watching you wrap your gifts. Thanks for a fun video.

[@nancyduffer1808]

Hi, sooo many rescues are just waiting for their forever home...the shelters are full of wonderful companions and so many to choose from that desperately need ❤ love..

[@irenereeves5037]

I have to share the story of my dog Kirby. It's one of those meant to be stories. My previous dog died around Christmas and I was so sad. A few months later I opened my Facebook page and his face popped up as free. A little black and white shih tzu 10 years old. It was 6 in the morning and I had to stop myself from calling until a better time. Well long story short, they brought him to me. He is everything to me five years later. 💓

[@maryrobbio3540]

Hi Crystal, I Love it when you chat it’s like visiting with a good friend.

[@kathycunningham6677]

Hi Crystal, I enjoyed spending time with you today and keeping you company as you wrapped. The boys are so cute helping out. Have a blessed day.

[@kathymead4446]

All my fur babies are rescued. They make the most awesome pets and there are so many out there needing loving homes.

[@CrystalTara]

I totally agree! Thank you!

[@csclose]

Crystal, you always make me smile, except when I sobbed at Bailey’s passing. The chat was nice…I felt like I was sitting in the room with you and sipping hot chocolate out of MY Mrs. Santa mug while you wrapped gifts! 😂🤣😂. I am so excited at the prospect of you guys getting a new fur baby! If they don’t give you the pup, they are missing the boat! Good Luck!

[@gailfreese3849]

So happy you are searching the rescues rather than a breeder. You can get wonderful animals there. I have 2 little dogs and I can't see myself without them.

[@rosieschweebie]

Our dog died in 2008, and my husband is just now considering getting another. He really took her death so hard. We all did. Prayers for that wonderful dog. God’s timing is always perfect.🙏🏾 I get the holiday blues too Crystal, and it’s not just after Christmas. It’s after any special event , like birthdays, anniversaries…ect. I’m looking forward to January because we’re getting all new hardwood or laminate flooring in our home. I guess I just enjoy having something to look forward too. Merry Christmas! It was fun watching you wrap gifts and chat. I’m all done with my shopping and wrapping.☺️

[@CrystalTara]

I'm the same Rose - not just after Christmas. After any fun event/occassion, the sadness is real.

[@judymccray5749]

Looks like Christmas at your house with all the snow....love seeing the kiddos trying to help u shovel the snow. . .such fun and good teaching lessons too

[@ritashustitzky2934]

I enjoy watching you because you make us feel like friends. Talking to us as you do is so nice, especially for people like me who live alone and retired. Your parents must be so proud of you. Had fun watching your boys today too. First shoveling and then with the gifts. I'm glad you are looking at rescues and shelter for your next dog. They need good homes like yours.

[@sherethaperkins5489]

Happy holidays crystal and your family. Just about all of my dogs are shelter dogs. They're so loyal, you have such a loving heart the dog will definitely will be loved. Enjoy the wrapping chat. I have finished shopping, but I'm waiting on some more packages so I can start wrapping and filling stocking .

[@LibertysMom]

We had 2 labs, they were 14 &15 when we lost them just a few months apart. We had spent so long in the geriatric dog stage it was so strange to be so free to do what we wanted. It took us 2 years to be ready for another dog. I think everyone is ready in their own time. I’m excited to see your new family member!

[@maddied58]

Enjoyed the video!! So glad you’re looking into a rescue pet rather than from a breeder 😊 Hope you all have a wonderful weekend celebrating with your family 💕

[@marlieskarpowicz2403]

Oh Crystal, what a fun time watching you wrap and chat.... I loved it, especially when the boys joined in and helped. It is better than watching a Hallmark show!! That's right, I said it... Your videos at Christmas are so special. Thank you for sharing and fingers crossed as for a puppy joining your family. Bailey will be happy that his mom is finally happy again.... I know we all are happy too. Enjoy your family this weekend and I can't wait until you share the "secret" coming in January.....🤔😍🥰🎄

[@lynnehampton1777]

Hi Crystal. Wow you have a bunch of snow. Here in NE Pennsylvania we have only had a few dustings. I love your Scout Bag its awesome. The boys are so adorable. Congratulations to your Brother. Best of luck in being approved for the rescue dog. You are a wonderful family and the dog would be so blessed and loved. Bailey surely was. The name blankets are so awesome. I love them. Thanks so much for taking us with you as you wrap. It was fun. Enjoy your holiday. Merry Christmas. Take care. God Bless

[@Bribear1977]

It is so hard to move on. You will never replace Bailey, but you'll find all kinds of room in your heart for a new doggo! When it's right, it will happen. My story of how I found my Piper about four months after I lost my Colby was just a ton of circumstances lining up just right, and she us just perfect for me ❤❤

[@rhondasmith2870]

Sipping my hot chocolate then wrapping along with, thanks for the chat. I agree, it is almost like visiting an old friend! Merry Christmas!!!

[@pattyvalinote4612]

Love sitting and watching the kids help you❣️A recuse pet is so rewarding. I recused my Lady Grace in February. She is such a blessing and brings me much joy. I hope it all works out for you!!! It’s a great honor to Bailey she would want you to be happy 🧑🏻‍🎄🎄❤️🤍💚❄️🎅🏻🐶🥰. Oh I also got my Merry and Bright shirt today and I love it! Thank you!

[@stephanieklock8104]

Thank you for rescuing .. so many dogs are in need of love and care!

[@MySillyLittleGang]

Oh my gosh I absolutely love your Mrs. Claus mug! I loved wrapping with you! I can't wait to hear your news...lol I totally thought it may be a baby...lol. You should definitely relax for a bit. I am really enjoying your vlogmas videos, thanks so much for sharing your life with us! Hugs!

[@Judykag]

There is NOTHING MORE REWARDING than a rescue dog

[@karenmanning5915]

Oh Crystal, I hope you get the rescue dog. That precious dog would be so blessed to be a member of your family! I'm glad you put in your application. Sending prayers that your family will be blessed with just the right pet for you. Thankfully there are many people who are willing to share their love with a homeless animal.

[@carolschultz3588]

This is the first year in 30 years that I am completely ready for Christmas this early. Usually I am wrapping Christmas Eve. Feels great.

[@tamiweeks6579]

You just put me in the Christmas spirit with the snow, Coffee scene and wrapping of the presents!! Your such a great mom!! I love how excited you get for this holiday!!!

[@sibyld927]

We live in SW Ohio and after Christmas I get the holiday blues BAD! It is cold, dark and blah outside. I find that setting a reading goal helps and I try to cram in as much reading as I can and we go to movies and museums to keep busy indoors.

[@kristajanego6869]

Hi Crystal! Your kindness and positivity is like a big hug!!

[@eileenmanes9003]

Thank you for sharing. I'm done with my Christmas shopping just have to wrap a few more gifts then completely done and ready for the big day. I agree I can't believe Christmas is just a few days away. I think I'm ready to start a new year and im praying it will be a better one. 😊

[@phyllisanngodfrey6137]

I did away with bows years ago. This makes stacking/transporting the gifts so much easier AND everything ends up in the trash anyway 🤣

[@donnajohansson4105]

Omg the snow comes right into your front door. It looks beautiful in your yard. A lot of work I’m sure!

[@angelalehrman8827]

I felt like I had a really good visit with one of my best friends!! My heart is happy!! I HOPE you get the new pup!! Like you said, if it’s meant to be, it will happen!! I hear you on the fishing!! My hubby is getting ready to retire at the end of the month & he is absolutely ready to have lots of time to go & get his fishing on!! He loves tournaments too!! 🎣🐟

[@michellewissler3013]

Crystal I loved this video so much! Your chatting with us made me feel like I was right there with you! So fun! Your boys in the video today were precious!💕 You are a wonderful Mom, you can see all the love you have for one another. So good to hear you are open to a new fur baby. Such a loving family to be a part of. The right little buddy will come your way! I'm looking forward to hearing your news! Thank you so much for sharing your life with us! It brings a lot of joy, laughter and fun to us!☺️❤️ Have a blessed and wonderful time with your family for Christmas 🎄⛄❄️🕊️💕

[@Oh_noesLol]

I loved this video! I’m in central South Dakota and all our snow melted today! Boooooo!!!! But I still need to shop so better this than a blizzard! Merry Christmas!

[@teresarichmond7752]

You accomplished so much! I love how you involved the twins, you are so patient. Love that your considering a new dog for your family. Any dog would be very fortunate to be part of your very loving family.

[@clarissawhite8062]

Watching you wrap gifts as I wrap for my Grandbabies. And I’m the same, always get sad after the holidays.

[@magdalenacovarrubias7993]

Any videos with Crystal Is a good day.

[@candicecassel1110]

Love the wrap and chat! I laughed at the snow on the porch decorations. Mother Nature decorated for you. Lol.

[@karenbrewer5864]

Glad to hear you are interested in getting a rescue dog. We have gone that route before and with success. Nothing ever replaces your pet that has passed but we are able to give love to another pet. I too have the post Christmas blues. I just get so hyped up getting everything ready and then it feels like the bottom drops out. I usually just get to cleaning and decluttering and that helps. 🎄🧑🏻‍🎄♥️

[@pathickman3522]

I hope you will share the game you play with all the gifts you take. Always nice to find a new one. Love your channel.

[@houseonahill4893]

I’m always sad after the holidays. I hope this year will be different. I’m going to California to spend a week and a half with my nephew! I’m so excited.

[@lillyr.558]

"Grandpa, we have an awesome present for you". Omg, your twin are so adorable and cute 💕. Thanks for another delightful video.

[@redheadsmom3290]

Please, please rescue a shelter dog. When my 15 year old cat passed away, I didn't want to get another pet. My daughter, who was young at the time, wanted another cat. Long story short, we now have 4 shelter pets, 2 dogs and 2 cats, and I couldn't imagine life without them. It doesn't diminish your love for Bailey; it's a testament to that love. Shelter animals so desperately need someone to love them. As a side note, we also went through the home inspection process and it's no big deal. Your family will pass with flying colors.

[@CrystalTara]

Thank you so much! I definitely want to find a shelter/rescue dog.

[@pamweaver4923]

Loved this! I love how your just like talking to your friends! We rescued both of our dogs and I love giving them the life they deserve!

[@patriciapentz686]

Love all your videos!!! I so enjoy having my morning coffee with you!! Enjoy your weekend!!💕💕

[@caracampbell1715]

There you are! I’ve been checking since I got up LOL

[@CrystalTara]

Sorry, Carol! I had to wait until the kids were at school to finish up this one. 🤣

[@lorenabatson8569]

I literally wrapped with you. :) Loved your chat & so cute with the boys helping you. Loved Ethan with his box hat!! 😁😁

[@McCarthy446]

I really love your vlogmas. You chat to us as if we are there with you. A rescue dog sounds great . Have a blessed Christmas 🌲 all the way from Durban in sunny South Africa.🎄

[@charmingchana20]

Snow!! We still have not gotten any snow here in Chicago. Hoping for some just in time for Christmas. Keeping my fingers crossed! Love today’s video and all the chatting we got done😊 you’re such an inspiration ❤️ Merry Christmas🎄 God bless!

[@sherrysvoboda8193]

Hi Crystal! I see you will probably be having a White Christmas since you have snow! Enjoyed watching you and the twins wrapping presents And wish you a Vet Merry Christmas as your celebration begins this weekend with your Dad😊 The kiddies seem so wound up excited for Christmas and they ate so cute. Want to mention I am a Doxie Mom to 2 12 year rescue dachshunds. I had lost my previous Dachshunds to old age and health after 16 years and I wad heart broken and then I found about the dachshund rescue and got myself 2 of them who were abandoned and came from not so good homes and they ended up being a gift to me filling a huge void in my life and I was able to give them a loving home and and spoiling them for which they deserved and needed. You will be blessed many times over with a rescue dog who needs you ad much as you need them. Many blessings to all of you! Look forward to spending 2022 with you 😊

[@athomeinsmithfieldwithsusan]

We just adopted our dog 2 months a go, he is a Golden Retriever and he was turned into a Animal Shelter. He is pure breed and we felt so fortunate to get him. He is our 3rd rescued Golden and we have never had any regards. Good luck, it it is meant to be it will work out.

[@barbarasutton8928]

I definitely enjoyed the video. I may have even got some incentive to start wrapping. (About time I would say!). I love watching you and the kiddos together. They’re so adorable and you’re such a great mom. Have a great Christmas weekend!

[@dawngamez9761]

As always I enjoy watching your videos. It's like we are sitting and chatting with a good friend! Love watching the twins helping with the wrapping. Hope you have a great weekend with family making memories!! Can't wait till your next video❣

[@tamiperkins-trickett2794]

I really enjoyed this video. it was like sitting with a great friend and wrapping presents.

[@sandaramoore9660]

I enjoyed our time wrapping…you were on such a roll…I have some more🤣🤣🤣. The boys even got in on the fun. I think it would be wonderful to have a new addition to your family…never to replace Bailey, adding to the family. I will have my wrapping party of one…me tomorrow. I am still making ornaments for each gift…annual tradition that I started years ago. I think I just have a few more to make. As always I really enjoy our time together.

[@sbridges4027]

Yellow Labs!!! You will not regret! They are the most loving dogs of all, and they love people!! Good luck on your journey! Merry Christmas!!

[@CrystalTara]

I love yellow labs too!

[@debraklikus3012]

I loved watching you wrap, especially with the twins! I especially love seeing your basement! You did an amazing job decorating it! Congrats to your Dad and your brother!

[@shelleywall5556]

Love hanging out with you Crystal. I saved this video for my Saturday morning with coffee and Crystal lol. I’ve never heard of Scout bags. So nice! Love seeing the boys being happy and having fun.

[@tammylucas6787]

Awe,I just had a feeling you wouldn't wait to long before wanting a new fur baby! I hope this one works out,but if not ,you'll find the right one! Love your channel so much! ❤Merry Christmas 🎅🎄

[@judymccray5749]

By adopting another pet...u r honoring Bailey with all the love u gave him to give to another pet who really needs love and care now!!! Don't feel guilty....there will never be another Bailey...but..another doggy needs your love now!!

[@CrystalTara]

Thank you, Judy.

[@luanneholfelder5915]

I enjoyed watching you wrap gifts and chat. Reminds me of when my kids were young and oh so excited. Thank you for sharing and the cocoa was good. 😋🤭

[@sherrybridson5368]

It will be a lucky dog! I'm loving the 12 days of vlogmas! Thank you!

[@maryadam7616]

Great chat. I could sit and listen to you all day. I think getting another fur baby is great. When I lost my Maci I was so depressed my friend found me on in like 13 days. Adopted another pekingese Luci and she was the best thing that has happened to me. I have no family so my fur babies are it. The only sad thing is she was 10 they said but I gave had her 6 yrs. They are crazy if they don't give you that baby. Good luck. Love y'all so much and have a great weekend.🎄🎄🎄⛄⛄🎅🤶🌲

[@cindyprimus77]

Loved todays video! ❤️🎄You will know when the right dog comes along. I truly believe they choose us ♥️

[@CrystalTara]

I sure hope so - thank you!

[@TMK1971]

This was so great I love how you chat with us! If the rescue place watches your channel you will get that precious pup for sure!! I didn’t do bows this year either.. I have a New Years decluttering list to do! I’m so ready for that!! I wore my merry and bright shirt yesterday!! Love that one you have on! You are so authentic and I absolutely love that about you!

[@georgiabowen7037]

I also always made sure my daughters had the same number of gifts and now I do it for my grandchildren.

[@markellwilliams3594]

Hi crystal ! I’m from Louisiana but have been in Texas for 6 years. Nice seeing you all and I hope and pray y’all have a blessed weekend my darlings 🙏🏽♥️🎄♥️🙏🏽🎄

[@jilltibbetts3]

Encanto was cute! I think your older kids will like it more than Clifford. Loved to see that plastic wrap game with your dad, how fun!

[@dorisolk3417]

Awwww I was hoping the surprise was a new baby! You are such a great mom, it would be a great idea!!

[@ginaa4436]

I love todays chat. I have no one to talk to during the day, so listening to you is like having a friend around. My husband refuses to get a new wallet too even though his is falling apart!

[@LisaMarie-gx5ku]

Will be praying you get to adopt the little rescue dog. Animals are so innocent and they deserve all the love they can get. Their love for us is unconditional ❤️ Bailey is very much missed. I think she would want you to share the love you have with a puppy that needs a loving family.

[@agrimes2009]

I always get after Christmas blues. Christmas time is always so magical and I hate when it comes to an end. Merry Christmas! 🎄

[@sharronb2476]

Crystal, I loved this video so much, and you chatting was so much fun! I felt like I was sitting downstairs with you! I'm the same exact way about fishing and I laughed out loud when you said you didn't want to touch the fish or the worm ~ same here, girl! 😂🤣😂 Ewww, no way! Lol I've always gotten the after Christmas blues too! All the preparation we do to get ready for it, and it's over so soon! 😥💕😊🎄🛷❤

[@jenniferLbohanon]

My kids loved Clifford and I was amazed at how much I loved it too! Encanto was good but I think we preferred Clifford. Sing 2 will also be out December 22. We are a big movie family 🥰 Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@kdlhome]

Thank you, I just ordered 6 Sprout bags. LOL I have rescued my last 3 dogs, and I will never "buy" a dog from a breeder again. Rescue pups are the best. Cannot wait for the day your new friend arrives home, have patience-sometimes it takes a while to find the right one.

[@CrystalTara]

Thanks so much!! I can't wait either - we will wait for the right one.

[@legoboy1380]

My guess is your building a new house. That's great your going to give another fur baby love and great care.

[@ellensmith9802]

Love seeing the snow! I'm in New England.. Connecticut..its in the 50's again today!!! By now we should be Butt deep in snow!!! Mother nature must be on vacation!!!

[@kellyturner4571]

Right? Boston here. I think tomorrow’s the day! ❄️

[@CrystalTara]

HA! Watch what you say - I'm sure it's coming soon.

[@marymcaskile1727]

What a difference with the snow! Just beautiful. I miss living in Toronto and the snow...well, a little bit. I didn't like the driving in it. I loved sitting with you while wrapping gifts. The depressive feeling in winter is called S.A.D. (seasonal deficit disorder). You are way too cute and fun to not start planning your Spring & Summer. I really enjoy the music you choose.

[@donnahowarth4524]

Really enjoyed the video! I sat down and wrapped with you. Almost done and it does feel good. I am with a rescue where I live and we do background checks with your vet and references Don’t be nervous! We try to match the right dog with the right family so that the dog gets its forever home. I am glad you are opening your heart to to another dog who needs a home. We do foster to adopt, and usually have a trial period of 30 to 60 days. Dogs settle in around 3 weeks and really feel at home by 3 months. If it’s meant to be it will be. ❤️

[@cristelahogar]

Que emoción 🤗☃️ nevado se ve hermoso, y ya los niños emocionados por los regalos 🎁 😁 saludos

[@tanyajohnson7184]

I always love this time of year, but I always get so sad the next day also. It's like a big let down. I have so much to be thankful for and should just focus on that. Enjoyed your chat and wrap session. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@tinaanderson5298]

So fun..like hanging out with a close friend! I did a bunch of wrapping earlier this week.

[@christak1144]

Love the chat. Merry Christmas, enjoy your family time.

[@boo4252]

Bowling is a fun night. We take our grankids and they put up the bumper pads. I know you will find a new furry friend to love. Blessings to your family. So sweet

[@CrystalTara]

That's a good idea too! Maybe I can try that on Christmas Eve day.

[@debbiemccann3711]

Love your chat videos.Wish we would get a little snow.I live in Madison Wisc. our weather has been so strange this year last Wed.we were at 67 degrees now we are at 37 degrees.The twins are so cute.Have a great weekend.

[@marlasnyder7134]

I loved the chat and wrap. I am almost done with my shopping. I am hoping to finish tomorrow. I haven’t started wrapping yet 😳😳🤪 Merry Christmas from Indiana

[@pambull1942]

Love the video!!! I also love the snow! Another heat breaking day in SW Florida🥵

[@anaveragejoe6710]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all !

[@cizzayve1515]

Yay fun vlogmas gift wrapping video and having the boys help you is so adorable 💟 I remember doing the same, moments cherished forever 💟 tysm for sharing with us, cozy holiday blessings ☺ 💟🎄

[@kayburris8464]

I loved watching this video, so fun. Love seeing the kids helping and so excited. I'm loving seeing you more often.

[@cindyanderson8509]

You know, I get very sad after Christmas too. I don’t even want to shop anymore after the stores have sold the majority of the things! I’m always sad that it’s over because It’s just such a special time of year!