HOME VLOG: jet lag, grocery haul & a weekend at home

[@imtaramichelle]

home sweet homeeee :) what's everyone doing this weekend?!

[@hyun4351]

We’re taking our 2yo to see Xmas lights & ride a huge carousel! 🤩

[@jennilea]

This weekend I'll be celebrating my niece's birthday! Looking forward to fam time ❤

[@janetowen3429]

My birthday is on Sunday so, out to dinner with my husband.

[@ashleighgoedeke2204]

We’re headed to NYC for the weekend ❤

[@Patricia-xz4dx]

Moving house! So excited, been rewatching your house reno and moving vlogs for inspo while doing up our house 🏡🥰 hi from the UK 🇬🇧

[@tracyjohome]

Tara, hear me out. What if you created your own advent calendar of your favorite things?! I would totally purchase it next year! And you could do just 12 days of Christmas if 25 is too much 😊 love your vlogs❤

[@imtaramichelle]

that's SUCH a fun idea omg

[@lmyr101]

She can call it...here are a few of my favorite things....

[@jennifermauricio2300]

I’m seconding this idea! Tara’s 2024 Favorite Things Advent Calendar

[@paulinemuscatvlogs]

Oh my gosh yes!!

[@Jindarella_]

Yesss! That is such a brilliant idea!! 🎄🎄🎄

[@SuzyW3323]

Throughout this vlog i just found myself smiling at the most random moments because i feel so proud of you. this feels weird to say but its true 😭I've been watching your vlogs for maybe 6-7 years now and just the small things make me feel so proud of who you've become ❤

[@imtaramichelle]

🥹🥹🥹

[@demi1114]

Love your Vlogs so so much, usually don’t comment but wanted to let you know that I love watching and seeing simple things that make me smile. Once Upon a Time is my favourite show, have seen it 3 times already 😅 keep on being you because you’re amazing ❤️

[@kathrynnrose]

nothing beats a weekend at home, for sure! hope the jetlag isn't hitting you as bad today, Tara! 🤍

[@kimmhclouthier2594]

Morning girlie all the way. I was shocked when you hadn’t seen The Holiday, so glad you enjoyed it. Definitely a holiday must every year for me.

[@sjerzgrl]

Welcome home. Your Europe vlogs were so enjoyable. It’s obvious you all had a fun time.

[@The_Disney_Doll]

For your soups, get chicken BONE broth as it gives you more protein. I know you’ve been tying to up your protein intake so that’s a simple way to get some in.

[@lilbrit1811]

“Family Stone” and “The Holiday” are two of my favorite Xmas/holiday movies! I watch them every year

[@aprilvillada1707]

Truly love having my lunch break everyday with these vlogs ❤️

[@andreabryant1131]

happy holidayyyyyyys❤ tara❤ to you and yours!!!! luv ya babe❤❤❤ hugs and kisses 💋😘😗😚😙💖💋

[@nalediradebe2230]

Truly loving your vlogs it's a nice way to spend my afternoon relaxing in bed,much love.

[@andreapatin9244]

I love making soups, one of my favorites is the ol’ classic chicken noodle but I took it up a notch so it’s more chicken tortellini vegetable soup. I buy the rotisserie chicken from the store (already seasoned and cooked, yay) and take it off the bone, i add carrots, celery, onions, peas, corn, mushrooms, spinach, garlic and cheese tortellini. Soooo good! My kids love it too!!

[@haleywiseman3253]

home sick with mono, strep throat & covid so loving these vlogs to get me through this!!! always love your vlogs regardless xo wish you the best girly

[@batmanshousewife]

I had to check the calendar to see what day it was. I was so confused, I thought it was Tuesday! lol but nothing is better than a surprise Tara vlog during the week 😍

[@imtaramichelle]

I have no upload schedule in December!!! uploading as much as possible for vlogmas ❤

[@lynnemhall]

I got a Keurig Advent calendar as a gift. It has had a good mix of flavored and unflavored K Cups. Some of flavored ones were more of a second cup or an evening coffee drink for me. The peppermint coffee went great with some peppermint schnapps I had on hand in it. Enjoy the variety!

[@ericayoder2436]

Omg. I am so excited for you that you got to watch The Holiday for the first time. The little old man....Jack Black....the music...Mr. Napkinhead...ugh...SO MUCH to love about that movie!!!! Ok gotta watch it tonight.

[@ashleycrim6102]

100% used to be a night owl, but then I had kids, and now my actual favorite thing is going to bed early and waking up before my toddler is up so I can enjoy some peace and quiet to start my day 😂

[@kimstenfors2010]

SAMEEEEE 😂

[@bec_christensen]

Same! 8pm bedtime now vs 1am before kids haha a 7am wake up is considered a sleep in now too lol

[@lor5850]

Honestly living for the vlogs!

[@49roses]

The sah vlogs are my fav. Loved this one❤️

[@MairIsabell]

I went back to watch this video again and made this soup and it is SOOOOO GOOD ❤

[@CaliAnimalLover]

I just watched you on your vlog from last year, almost exactly a year. You went ice skating with your friends. So cute. You’re so sweet, first you’re intimidated because there’s no rail to hold onto and then you end up holding your friend up the whole time and being so supportive. You’re so nice Tara. Glad you’re home safe and sound, but the trip looked amazing. So beautiful! Funny I just watched the original cooking of this particular soup. You cut up celery, carrots and onion. And you added quinoa right before bringing it to a boil. Then you added the chick peas, kale and the coconut milk.

[@itskristiialy]

Aw I remember that one

[@danielalozanodubon8650]

perfect for my lunch break. ❤

[@manonvo8615]

Omg I also saw the holiday for the first time this year!😹 I don't even understand why I haven't seen it before and I loved it!

[@Eleese__]

Always been a morning person ✨

[@lilianamariatomaz]

I totally understand you. I traveled overseas (LIS - VCP) for the first time ever and I thought I was okay when I came back home because it was “just” a 4h difference…but I was SO TIRED!

[@heathercochran7676]

Morning person all the way!

[@GoBigBlue79]

Most advent calendars only have a few “holiday” items in them. They want to give a sample of what they have in the calendar so that the consumer may like something enough to buy again.

[@anidrinkscoffee]

Tara, I just tried a new hummus called little sesame they sale it at Whole Foods there's a jalapeno and caramelized onion flavored. I tried it and instantly thought you would love it

[@yolandahoward1099]

I'm a night owl. But..the mornings I'm up early;I totally feel like it's a few hours, of a headstart. Wow, you are late to "The Holiday". The way you had it on in London;I would've guessed you'd already watched it. One of the emotional scenes to me, was of Graham's daughters Olivia&Sophie; also falling in love with Amanda. That movie is classic.

[@ChillinWithRen]

Ive been reading the mistletoe romance series: nick and noels Christmas playlist, something about merry, and along came holly. So far im enjoying them!

[@kimwynnobel1830]

Cozy days in. Love it 😊

[@vickiemouse2359]

Once upon a time was such a fantastic series🌸♥️

[@margotfaury1855]

YESSSS a new vloggggggg, watching this while studying, more focused on this then studying tho 🤣❤❤

[@AshleyJade18]

I USED to be a night owl. Back when we used MSN/Instant messenger/MySpace and i only had a desktop computer, i used to stay up chatting to people and listening to "downloaded" music until 5am every night... When i started hearing the birds, that is when i knew that it was bedtime, no matter what plans i had for that day. Now (since whenever MSN died... 11 + Years ago) i am a in bed by 10 and asleep by 11 sort of person.

[@krissyk354]

don't worry tara - i've never seen the holiday either 🙈 i was never into romance holiday movies until now. growing up, home alone, the grinch and re-runs of old shows were my vibe. now i'm into the hallmark romance movies and am slowly getting into the movies i missed out on. like love actually. 😅

[@linzplinz2594]

The Walmart dumplings have a small pack of sauce in the box which you add after they’re microwaved. So good!

[@virginiakrueger4780]

You made me curious about how many books I've read this year. So I started counting in my digital orders on Amazon. They only went back to June 18th. Amazon would go back further. 179 books since June 18th. I do read quickly. I am taking classes in college for fun, but during the summer I had a lot of free time. I love hearing about what you are reading. I tend to get a lot of free books from amazon to keep the book expenditures down. So I feel free to actually buy books when they are recommended. Keep the recommendations coming!!

[@mslisa6824]

Wow 179 in such a short time is impressive!👏

[@barbaraveloz1730]

179 books?! Wow that’s incredible! I’m doing an 80 book challenge for the year. I’m 70 books in.

[@virginiakrueger4780]

@@barbaraveloz1730 way to go!!

[@krissyk354]

totally forgot it was vlogmas 😅 i got confused why there was an upload a day early haha. i'm so used to the tuesday/friday uploads lol but anywho, glad your relaxing after your trip. london and paris looked so much fun! so many memories to take in. i hope you get to go back soon 😊 night owl or morning bird? i am def a night owl. ever since i was a teen i would stay up until 3-4am. there was so much energy left in me i didn't know how to fully sleep on a proper schedule lol as for ideas for vlogmas - you can treat each day like an advant calender. every day you can do something random and film it. it can be anything from a new goal, decorating, a personal dare etc.

[@melissaolinger6553]

I’m reading The Grump who Saved Christmas and it’s pretty cute!

[@shannonsage4486]

Pai has the best Tom Yum soup also. I love that place so much. It’s my fav restaurant in Toronto.

[@Andrease2009]

right on time!!!!!! love your vlogs!

[@lor5850]

Agh! I so love your bathtub! I just cant get over it!

[@emilyrosdahl]

i knew you would like the soup!!!❤ yum

[@aimeezingone]

Definitely a morning person

[@kimmarkowitz7759]

Beautiful trip vlogs! I’m a definite morning girl😄.

[@hidayanbary7711]

Never clicked so fast like this finally ❤

[@lekeisha12]

The soup looks so good is there an alternative to the curry and coconut milk since I don’t eat those 2 ingredients?

[@bekkadowland]

That soup looks so good every time 😍

[@carolyndawson7228]

Squirrel! Tara giving Dug from “Up” 😂

[@petro3441]

I think you can do the glasses thing more often. Looks super classy. ❤

[@lynnyr]

I really never get jet lag coming home to Canada from Europe. It just becomes a really long day. Heading to Europe is a little harder for me. It's the time travelling forward that kills me. lol

[@jeanlee1911]

Dec 8th is my birthday... i love seeing your adventures and your decor in your house gives me happiness.

[@GwendolynKensinger]

mushrooms would be so yummy in that soup!

[@leeann1110]

I’ve been wondering where you were at with Greys! I thought you hadn’t watched since the shooting episode glad we got an update and to know you made it to season 11! That death TOTALLY changes the show!

[@jkubek1116]

Love a good at home vlog

[@mslisa6824]

I think the thing with the Nespresso pods (or coffee cups/beans in general) is thay they're more "aroma's" than flavours. So rather a smell with a slight lingering flavour rather than a full on sweetness flavour! Maybe that sets some expectations 😂 haha

[@xiaminfinitex]

You should read Baggage Claim. Can’t remember who wrote it but it was a super cute Christmas book!

[@imtaramichelle]

thanks for the rec!!!

[@bsashamxkay]

It would have been so cute to see a (time) Timelapse during the scene where you sat on the couch w the laptop .. like 10am ... sped up to the time you got off the couch for lunch etc lol. 😆 ❤

[@amarysuelife]

Honestly the “Squirrel!” moment was a perfect adhd vibe lol

[@manonvo8615]

I am definitly not a morning person. I am a night owl but not for going out or something. Just cozy reading or watching some show

[@manonvo8615]

I only love mornings when they start around 10-11am in the weekend😹👌

[@maddieladner6849]

Does anyone know what her typical Nespresso pods are that she uses? I’m looking for good ones!!

[@ddstraus9149]

Consider buying an immersion blender. You can make your soups even creamier!

[@imtaramichelle]

I have one!! but I like this one with the kale chunks :)

[@remmuchan]

That soup looked BOMB

[@nicolechavas4158]

Not me audibly gasping when you spilled 😭🤣

[@melanieharadon1704]

Omg I’m behind on “vlogmas” but that’s okay cause I have a ton of cleaning today. So I’ll be caught up in no time. 😂

[@amberstiffler7985]

Depends on the day for me. If I’m really tired and wanting to sleep earlier in the night I’m an early riser. But mostly I’m a night owl. Either way I get stuff done I need to.

[@yesicoon4046]

She says “anyways” soooo much in every vlog

[@sunkissed104]

Morning person 10000%!!! I can’t stay up after 9:30 pm 😂

[@michellexobelle]

I'm forced to be a night owl because I work 3rd shift, but there's something so peaceful and calming about being awake at night vs being in the middle of daytime chaos. If you know you know lol

[@Djshhshzhsjsksk]

I'm pretty sure that holiday swap is a movie

[@leeann1110]

I’m sure it is I can think of like 2 hallmark movies with that same concept of twin’s switching places on Christmas

[@fayzaable]

Have you stopped watching Grey’s Anatomy ? Would LOVE to hear your thoughts on the major plots lines ✌🏼

[@janez115]

Yeyiiiii what a beautiful surpriseeee

[@dreaminqofparadise]

TARA YOU HAVEEEEEE TO WATCH ONE TREE HILL YOU R MISSING OUT!!!

[@imtaramichelle]

I’ve watched it so many times!!! It was one of my fave shows in high school!

[@trin303]

Morning person thru and thru, always have been. Waking up at 9am has always been really late for me😂 my body physically won't let me sleep in past 8am

[@jilla8503]

Sneaky fam😉 Omg I’m obsessed with those red striped PJs on you. They’re so cute I need them. Are they the ones u got at Target? They look so cozy. I’m only 1/2 way into the vlog so sorry if u address this after. ❤🎄

[@NR-lc8we]

You should try the Keurig advent calendar

[@virginiakrueger4780]

I'm jealous of your soup dumplings. Costco didn't have them this week. Sadness. I may need to try trader joes

[@brandiyoung8759]

Once is my fave!

[@imtaramichelle]

such a good show!

[@aracelit7390]

Yay watching now

[@heathergould8067]

Relaxing with my new kitten Willow ;) reading fourth wing

[@itskristiialy]

Omg I’m watching once upon a time too with my fiancé! We’re almost to the end of season 3.

[@megcreates2.0]

Day 3 kicks my butt when I go back and forth f From TX to AK(central time to Alaska time)

[@fertomass]

I always say that I'm not an night owl person neither an morning person, I am just a regular person who likes to go to bed at 10:30pm and wake up at 8:30am and just be functional on a regular time frame hahaha

[@braylee10]

i’m a morning person now bc i can’t stay up late but i used to be a night owl

[@peggynorton5145]

I will tell you i snatch a pair of those jammies and I LOVE THEM ❤! They are so freakin soft!!!

[@LaurensCorner28]

Just wanted to let you know tried the soup dumplings from Trader Joe’s and the lentil wrap I’m obsessed my boyfriend also loved the dumplings we stocked up our freezer 😂❤

[@carlystewart6476]

Definitely a Jodi 🌙

[@pushindaisies5327]

Used to be a night owl in my twenties, became a morning person, currently am neither🥴

[@natashaisaac8098]

I used to stay up until like 1-2 in the morning nightly, now, I'm lucky if I make it past 10:30 hahahaha definitely grew out of my night owl phase

[@ryanrowe1975]

Yay!

[@nicolechavas4158]

Also I’m so glad you KNOW soup is a meal bc my husband swears on his life it doesn’t count and oooooo he doesn’t get it 😤

[@stormandsun]

Mine is the same! But if I say that it’s a cross between something and japanese ramen or ‘like ramen’, then he’s okay with it 😂 might be worth a shot? (You do have to put protein and veggies in it for that excuse to work though)

[@pushindaisies5327]

Yay! Love a surpise vlog❤

[@tainteddangel8221]

It's snowing here in AB today. I'm going to be making a curry soup and watching Christmas movies tonight 😂

[@lor5850]

I use to be a morning person and take a nap in the day, but with late uni classses i became a night owl with no nap time, now im a potato. My sleep schedule is messed up but im in bed by 9 or 10 these days 😂

[@julieartzpdx]

It may sound a little strange but once I started adding shredded cheese, spicy chili crisp and green onions to my soup dumplings I have never gone back

[@susalkasarahi]

I used to be a morning person until I had kids, now I’m a night owl since the only me time I get is after my toddler goes to bed

[@Vulushki]

You should do chicken bone broth for your soup instead of broth! It’ll add sm more protein and tastes the same if not better! ❤️ 21:42

[@vanessad732]

i love how you listen to yourself/body like if you dont feel like going out and need more time to recharge. doing whats best for you! makes me happy to see and i need to do this more

[@imtaramichelle]

I don't listen to peer pressure hahaha too old for that

[@partnerincrime393]

Working, flight attendants don’t get weekends off hahaha my co worker got me Trader Joe’s chilli crunch oil from LA for my dumplings long distance addiction from New Zealand