VLOGMAS DAY 28 | 12.25.24

[@jenjackmarcucci]

I am spoiled now and am going to miss seeing you everyday! Please rest and let yourself heal before jumping into the studio too soon. You are so lovely, Lori!!❤

[@montanagal2551]

Well said, agreed totally!! 😊

[@heatherarneson3814]

Thank you for sharing your Nutcracker Vlogmas with us!!! It’s fun to see other dancers and their experience of nutcracker season! It’s the only time of year where dancers across the country and across the world are putting on the same, but different, production! And, for many dancers, Nutcracker is Christmas ☺️

[@milek-9]

You may or may not do vlogmas in upcoming years but i’m pretty sure i wont forget this year’s vlogmas. Thanks to your vlogs my december mornings were full of warm and cozy feelings and i started each day uplifted and feeling inspired. i wish there was a better way to express my gratitude but all i can do for now saying thank you. So thank you from the bottom of my heart❤

[@TaurusMoon-hu3pd]

Im laying in bed sick watching you be sick, thanking us for being great. Thank YOU, Lori. 🩷😊

[@fifidance]

Same 😂

[@analogkid28]

Get well soon

[@TaurusMoon-hu3pd]

@@analogkid28 thank you🩷

[@carina4084]

Desejo que você fique bem logo!!! Feliz Natal e Feliz Ano Novo 🎉

[@bri.b6448]

We decided to eliminate purchased gifts as well. It's the first year I have truly enjoyed every bit of the holidays without stress. I didn't even realize how much stress buying gifts added. I made boxes of treats and hand painted cards to close family and friends. We shared meals and watched movies. I gave my nephews memories instead of objects as well. I made hot cocoa from scratch, we made ornaments, and decorated cookies. A toy is nice for a while but they (and I) get to keep the memories forever❤

[@moonhunter9993]

I agree

[@analogkid28]

Such a great idea

[@jordanalmond3458]

I did a handmade Christmas too! I made candied almonds and put them in cute bags, embroidered an ornament, and then made clay magnets. It still was stressful because I had never made the almonds or the magnets but luckily it all turned out well! I love the idea of making ornaments together though, I may steal your idea next year!

[@bri.b6448]

@jordanalmond3458 I love your magnet idea! I will borrow that one :) I did a super simple ornament to keep it accessible for a few ages (6-12). I used the clear plastic diy round ornaments and had them add a decent squirt of acrylic paint in 2-3 colors and then close the ornament and shake to create a swirled/marbled effect. It was a hit!

[@GiMarie525]

I swearrrrr by zinc for the same reason you swear by immunity shots. Maybe I’ll try those!

[@hola542]

I have loved watching these every morning! It became something to look forward to, and you're so chill that the vids are relaxing and not overwhelming to watch first thing in the morning. So looking forward to the next vlog series ❤

[@Julie.Canada]

The body usually gets sick after a period of stress, not during! That's the real reason your body waited until after Nutcracker season

[@RTCPhotoWork]

Exhaustion and fatigue create a vulnerability to pathogens in our immune system.

[@KallistoEismond]

I just loved these vlogs 😍 watched them every morning 🥰 so sad that it is over, but I am also very thankful that we were able to watch all this amazing content 🥰 had so much fun!

[@PHILIPPAHANNAOFFICIAL]

Merry Christmas Lori. Your sweet, peaceful vlogs have helped get me through my busy Christmas season xx

[@A---ti3zz]

Thank you for extending vlogmas because you knew how happy it made so many people. You are truly so kindhearted. I love your Christmas tree it is so beautiful. I hope you feel better. The chills kind of make it sound like the flu. Maybe you should check with a doctor to see if you can get one of the meds for the flu.

[@MsV405]

YAY! I was about to go to bed and checked ONE MORE TIME to see if you posted and BAM! Thank you so much for sharing your Nutcracker journey and the added bonus vlogs. I can't imagine anyone having anything negative to say about you. You are a successful dancer living your best life and bringing so much joy by sharing your journey. I hope you continue to share your life in and out of ballet, not just the Nutcracker. Merry Christmas Lori and Happy New Year!!

[@louniece1650]

You are most definitely so LOVED!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ReginaRobertson-o7r]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery, Lori. You are an inspiration.

[@buckeyehockey1979]

I am gonna miss seeing you every day. I am not a big ballet fan, but I appreciate fine art, hard work and amazing athletic ability in all forms. Your kindness and wonderful attitude make it all the better. Thank you for sharing your life and your passion with us.

[@kazlust3189]

i loved this series! watching your vlogmas became a part of my daily evening routine for the last month. i’m going to miss this! can’t wait til next year :))

[@angelabordack]

I’m going to miss vlogmas! Thank you for sharing this season with us❤

[@shelleytalley534]

I look so forward to absolutely every one of your videos. I genuinely wake up excited. I never was or thought about being a ballerina but since watching you it's all I have watched lol I learned so much and respect what you do SO MUCH ❤ thank you for showing us what goes on behind the scenes and the hard work that is put into it all!

[@kumuda6]

I've experienced these vlogs as such a comforting, educational and fun pause in my days. Truly thank you for going through the lengths you did to share nutcracker season with us. 💗 It's been incredibly nostalgic and magical to watch as a 25 year old who's done ballet as a little girl but quit along the way. I'm attending a swan lake performance in the Netherlands next month because of you! Excited for all your upcoming content Lori, take good care of yourself until then!

[@elizabethp1920]

My daughter is too young to attend a ballet yet but she’s learned to love ballet by watching you. Thank you for sharing your days with us. ❤

[@alexwong1144]

I looked forward to your vlogs everyday! I’m in the same time zone so they’d be a great way to end my day off after school, through exam season, after work, and through the holidays! As a pianist I have always been around music and other performing art forms but I never really got into following or watching ballet. But you have given me an appreciation for it and seeing a show in person is now on my bucket list. I am excited to see what you do next. Happy holidays Lori!

[@juditalma]

Lori we love you and appreciate how you can share your life with us! This is an art form also and you are perfect at this too!!! Thank you and Merry Christmas🎉❤❤❤

[@ladyangelheart25]

I hope you feel better soon, hopefully your blister has healed with the break. Thank you again Lori!

[@bbeebb1066]

Thank you so much Lori!!! Watching these over the past month has been such a delight! Hope you can get some rest and get back into the studio soon ❤

[@jessicadelgado4165]

Lori, don't go! It's been so interesting and fun to go along with you and see the real life of a beautiful ballerina. I would never have known such hard work, diligence, drive, motivation, passion, and organization that goes into this life and art. Also, dear Lori, you were my quiet time that whisked me out of my busy reality and allowed my mind to be quiet while I enjoyed your videos during this season. Ballerinas are bad azz, especially when they are mi gente ✊️. Beautiful, amazing, successful, brilliant Lori Hernandez! Thank you, we love you 👏👏👏👏👏👏💐💐💐❤

[@mariegracegomez5385]

Thank you for showing your art to us. Merry Christmas!

[@Kimonawhim-777]

What a lovely human being.💕

[@shakespearesreincarnation7943]

i loved watching this series!! being in christmas shows and watching christmas shows is my favorite way to get in the holiday spirit, and your vlogs kind of were like an advent calendar for me. thank you :)

[@kristinamijic3988]

Thank you so much for these 28 videos and for extending vlogmass to few more days. You are a true inspiration❤ Like one of your followers already said this is a cozy corner of internet for us😊😊😊

[@TraciL-k8k]

I did the same!! Felt the sore throat, shivers and exhaustion a few days before Xmas. Felt like my limbs weighed 100 lbs. slept 16 hours. Took 2 immunity shots and then one next AM + zicam the nose swab…next day I was as right as rain!! 😅😊Happy Christmas Lori ❤🎄thank you for the effort during nutcracker. I went to see it and stood up after Sugar Plum. Went w a friend who was lost and had never seen it…she was like “Ia this it? Is this it” 😂 I was telling her all about you and the pas. This principal ballerina did a great job but man I would’ve loved to have seen you. Told my friend it’s the most difficult part of the entire ballet ❤

[@UnchainedLove7274]

I've adored watching these. I used to dance as well, and am now wheelchair bound, and watching you dance, and perform is such a joy to me. ❤❤❤

[@susied4534]

We chose to gift 3 shelters this year as we feel so blessed with how God has blessed us. I have thouroghly enjoyed your vlogs. Thank you.

[@lepetitenellie]

I looked forward to your vlogs this Christmas season and appreciated you allowing us to follow along in the Nutcracker journey. It's a miracle after all the people you came across that you only just now got sick when the performance run was over. I think you did an amazing job. There will always be trolls on the internet so just think of it as engagement that boosts your content. I hope you have a restful & healing remainder of December and a Happy New Year! 🎉

[@Stiiizyz]

I love long form content. Im a fan now since vlogmas and Im really thankful for your videos and everything you represent. Your pure intentions shine through anyones projections.

[@Jerseychica914]

It's been so nice going on this journey with you! I started seeing your Shorts randomly several months ago and was drawn to your kind and calm energy, so I've stuck around and become a "fan". I hope you are feeling better very soon!

[@marlamartucci6071]

It's been such a joy watching your videos Lori! Rest yourself and be well!!! Sooo looking forward to seeing you throughout the year in future videos and Vlogmases to come!!! ❤🩰👑😊

[@strawberry1025]

These vlogs were a such to pesceful joy to follow every day. I hope you feel better soon Lori and thank you so much for taking us with you on your Nutcracker journey.

[@mrod87]

I love how minimalist you are. I’ve enjoyed seeing ur favorite shoes, clothes, food, etc. i consider ballerinas to be so glamorous so to see ur “basics” and routine is so relatable. Not calling you a minimalist…just like seeing you use and do the same things day to day. 😊

[@ProserpinePomegranate]

Thank you Lori for sharing Nutcracker with us,I have thoroughly enjoyed all your videos,and thanks to you,I'm inspired to go back to ballet as a mature student.I did ballet when younger and stopped for reasons I won't go into,and now I want to do ballet again🩰🩷. I am 60 btw, but believe you're never to old to try agin. Thank you again Lori,have a wonderful new year.🧚‍♀️🩰

[@tiffanyangel1124]

Feel better soon, Lori! 🫶 Can't wait to watch your upcoming travel videos and anything else you post. Vlogmas was such a sweet treat, I feel so spoiled 🥰 but looking forward to seeing what comes next. Have a safe and healthy Happy New Year! 🥳🎉❤

[@amandabennett1776]

It was a rough Christmas season for me but your vlogs made it easier, you have a calming vibe. Merry Christmas and happy new year

[@sweatercrunchfluff]

Thanks for taking the time to do this!! It has been wonderful to be a part of. I hope you recover well and enjoy time with your family!

[@johannatrahan6613]

Right with you on the gift thing. We'll each pick one thing we need for the other to get - this year, it was a treadmill for him and non-PFOA cookware for me. No one needs to buy stuff just to buy it.

[@ritastojanvic9344]

Thank you for all the videos! I truly enjoyed watching what a ballerina does do get ready for performances. I’m going to miss seeing them. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year’ 🎄🎁🎅 I hope you feel better soon. ❤

[@wendytobey157]

This was my favorite thing this year!❤❤

[@stephaniepassero8509]

👏👏👏You did it, Lori! Thank you for taking us with you! You are an inspiration-now get plenty of rest! We are so grateful for you!🎄🩰🎄

[@TayThornton-vb3mq]

Merry Christmas Lori! Thank you for taking us along through your nutcracker journey. It was such an awesome addition to my personal Christmas season and I really loved it. Feel better soon!

[@Kansas_KAZ2Y5]

Thank you so much for posting your beautiful vlogmas Lori! 🥰 Half way through December depression really hit me hard and finding your vlogs made me excited for Christmas rather than dreading it! You kept me going and I have a new found love for ballet (and the colour pink!) and I finally “get” why the nutcracker is synonymous with Christmas time! ✨🩰✨ As a fellow vegan you have also even given me ideas and inspiration to improve my diet so thank you 🙏🏻 I cannot wait to see what you post in the upcoming year and just wanted you to know what a Godsend your channel has been for me during this especially difficult season 🎄 much love to you Lori 🩷

[@AlinaFlorentina-t2f]

Merry Christmas and all the good thoughts and wishes from you, all the way from Romania 😊. Is actually first time in my (44 years) life watching a vlog, and I am so grateful that it was yours. Each morning last 28 days was the first thing I was doing, enjoying your new story next to a cup of tea. I am not a fan of ballet, necessary, but, thanks to you and your wonderful efforts, I now may say I have way extended knowledges (tiny amount, yes, but still more than few months ago) and...I love to see you performing and learning from you each day new things. Thank you for creating this small peaceful internet corner (re-quoting this statement, as it is so real truth), where we can all forget about ugly things and just live next to you, normal life, normal moments (with ups and downs, yes, but... all normal). Take care of you, recover fast, and we are waiting you to boom and shine in coming performances of the coming year. Merry Christmas one more time, and get well soon, Sugar Plum Fairy 💗

[@Herbstzeitlos]

Absolutley normal to catch a cold after a period of high intense stress. The body produces immense amount of cortisol under stress and high activity to keep the system running. As soon as you start to rest, cortisol level breaks down and the body easily gets infections and colds. This is a sign from your body, that you should slow down for a while and rest, fill the body with good food, sleep and recover. Your stamina and energy will be higher than before, if you recover well and slow. Don‘t rush your body and don‘t train hard for a while. Just maintainance, better a little bit under. Your form and fitness will only increase if you step slower for a while. Get well soon and get your body some rest, and have a nice holiday with your family! 💝🎄✨

[@HooliganMomma]

This was my very favorite vlogmas this year!! Thank you Lori!! And please know I'm sending all healing vibes and prayers for a quick recovery from your cold!!! You are Magical!!! xo

[@s0218386]

I respect the no-gifts Christmas. That's very un-American of you (complimentary).

[@CindyFell]

Loved every minute of your blog- thank you for taking us along your profession as a Ballerina ❤

[@amandamctyre1615]

Your vids were my #1 watch during vlogmas! Thank you so much for all the time and effort you put into these videos to make our day brighter 😊 You’re a true angel 😇🩰

[@starsoftyria]

Thank you for taking us on this journey with you, you are a total badass! I'm starting adult ballet classes soon, you really inspired my love and passion for ballet 😊

[@nanp3757]

I’ve truly enjoyed all of your vlogs. I especially want to thank you for having a channel where I’ve been able to learn about ballet and begin to appreciate this amazing form of dance. Merry Christmas and all the best to you in the New Year. I look forward to all of your new content and hope you feel better soon.

[@Slugsandsnails]

We only discovered you this December and it’s been so much fun to watch you, thank you for sharing ❤

[@izzyblitzy]

Thank you for the Vlogmas! This was an absolutely fantastic month of videos. I waited for the notification every single day and watched it every time. Truly amazing watching you do what you’re so good at. I can’t wait to see what you go and do next. Also, you got me hooked on that Peppermint mocha! Might have to try those immunity shots too. Merry Christmas from Florida!

[@georginareid3828]

I stumbled on your blog by chance but have followed your vlogmas everyday since then . So sorry your not feeling great but your right , so lucky you didn’t get sick when you had to perform !!! Best wishes for you continuing pursuits and maybe take time over the next few days just to rest .. looking forward to seeing your new stories in the new year . Happy holidays !!x

[@laur803]

Because of you and your videos, my 9 yr old daughter and I went to see the nutcracker for the very first time!! We're hooked. Thank you and feel better!

[@rm5127]

Even sick you still cooked up a storm and looked beautiful while doing it! I think your family has the right idea about Christmas. Thank you for all those great vlog ma's you did ...that was really special!

[@Paintbynumberqueen]

I’ve thoroughly enjoyed vlogmas with you, Lori! I noticed you seem to feel more comfortable on camera after doing so much long form content. Merry Christmas and hopefully you feel better soon!

[@Nicoleheartsbooks]

Just the video I needed for Boxing Day morning. Time to relax and watch Christmas films all day. It’s always been my favourite day since the hosting at Christmas Day has me exhausted

[@marsh_mellow6713]

This vlogmas was something I looked forward to watching everyday! Thank you for taking the time to create these vlogs for us and I hope we get more vlogs from you in the future! ❤

[@SlovakFrenchSurprise]

Very good daughter! Proud of you bun-head! Giving thanks back to your family for all they done for you! God bless you ballet 🩰 sister

[@andiiryan]

It has been truly amazing being able to share this with you. Thank you for doing this we appreciate the work you do.

[@shantavanee]

Not going to bed 🫶🏽 thank you and merry Christmas and feel better soon!

[@NurseDols]

Prayers for feeling better soon! Thank you for sharing! It’s been incredible!❤

[@kathleenharris-officialmus261]

Wow. Thank you so much for all of your wonderful videos over Christmas. I have learned a lot about what you do and really enjoyed the festive content. You are the only person I have watched consistently throughout the month I have enjoyed it that much. You are amazing. Keep doing you ❤

[@pjkhunold]

Get well soon! By the way, it is completely normal that you get sick after a period of stress when the stress is gone. Please don't ask why, but this is the case for many people.

[@rhannalewis9406]

Thank you so much Lori for the time you spent filming and editing your vlog as for us. That you’re sick now may be testament to how hard you’ve been working over the past month … I often find once the pressures off is when the viruses creep in tho I’m no medic & this might be nonsense! Take time to recover now & looking forward to whatever you bring us in 2025. ❤

[@zareencirce]

Thank you Lori! It was a pleasure seeing you everyday! My 3yo daughter would point to your vlogmas videos when we turn on the app on the tv in excitement bec she wants to be a ballerina ❤ sending you healing vibes, from a socal neighbor

[@dreadreaundrea]

Thank you for sharing your December journey with us! I’m a new subscriber and loved to get an insight to your ballet world! It’s so unique and interesting! Hope to see more vlogs of yours in the new year! Hope you had a great Christmas! 🎅🏼

[@arinbread]

Lori I look up to you so much!!! I’m a muslim so I don’t celebrate xmas. But I just love following what you do every other day. Your ballet dancing. It just makes me feel so lovely and nostalgic and feminine. I keep thinking of you as my childhood music box ballerina but in a real life. You’re so kind and charming and humble and just so so sweet. Sincerely lots of love to you from me!! 💞💞 from Bangladesh ~ xoxo Arin

[@tostamixtabifana97]

Hope you can rest fully, dear Lori. You’ve taken us on an amazing journey, thank you so much. I watched your vlogs while traveling the world and they gave me a comforting constant every day. Massive respect and gratitude for all your hard work both dancing and vlogging. AMAZING! ❤️🎄🩰🩰🩰🩰🩰🩰🩰🩰

[@ssscunha]

Thank you for the videos, as I said before, I'm going to miss waking up to your lovely voice ❤ you are beautiful and it was so much fun and comforting waching your days up close, and you also made my days a little bit better because of it (it's been a rough time in life for me) so thank you so so much ❤

[@emmapemberley6111]

Sounds like you have a wonderful, loving family and that is the best gift of all! ☺️

[@candydogs]

What the heck could anyone have to say negative about your videos? This is the first long ones I’ve ever watched & can’t believe people would take time to be rude to you. You’re so sweet & informative. It has to be their own jealousy or insanity. 😊 I look forward to your shorts again soon!

[@Matchayummm]

Thank you for posting everyday. We all appreciate it and we will all miss vlogmas. 😢🩰💗

[@briantschayot]

Lori, you should definitely do some cooking videos. I'm vegan and I miss stuffing, gravy, and all the sides! Not the turkey so much! 😉And what were all those amazing cheeses? We must know!!!!! We enjoyed your blogmas soooo much but take some time to rest! And then we want more! LOL

[@vikkischaffer2301]

Thank you so much for taking us on this sugary journey!!! It's been a joy every morning. I eagerly await next Christmas. I can't believe the negativity some people need to spread, but like you say, it's a reflection of their own issues and not worthy of a second thought. Merry Sugary Christmas to you and your family Sweetheart!! 💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚

[@Lisa-ss9di]

Lori, you are amazing. To give all of us this gift of vlogmas during the busiest time of the year for you and to share a part of your life as a professional dancer. It was a pleasure to watch the vlogs of your proformances. You made me decide to take up exercise dance classes for seniors. I look forward to what is next for you. Have a great holiday time and a happy new year. May visions of sugar plums dance in your head.

[@ravensmagic2684]

Happy Christmas! I just got over a sickness much like yours and it took me down for 2 weeks! I hadn't been sick in over 3 years. I truly hope you feel better super soon! Sending you love and healing light🕯️ thru the interwebs 😊❤️✌️

[@akontilis1792]

It's been such a treat to watch your whole Nutcracker season, and I wish you all the very best in 2025. I'm saying a prayer for you to feel much better soon!!

[@Alex-bu6xi]

Breakfast tomorrow will not taste the same without your video to make me company 😢 thank you so much for all the love you put into sharing this with us, during the most busy time of the year! ❤ Love from Portugal 😊❤

[@foreversweaterweather]

So glad you did these videos, I enjoyed them immensely!! 💖 Hope to watch again next year!!

[@Bananas854]

I hope you feel better soon. I loved your Dec vlog videos. You have a beautiful soul inside and out! ❤️

[@lynnrosenkranz-saviskas927]

Yes, I too will miss your Vlogmas! Relax, rest, repeat! Feel better soon!

[@GinaAstran]

Thank you Lori. I love the Nutcracker and it has been a privilege watching you. I hope we see you vlog during the year. Rest up and let’s pray for an awesome new year!!!

[@SinaLaJuanaLewis]

My sister is vegan and your cooking reminds me of her holiday meals❤

[@jessicanoir6217]

Loved these vlogs! Hope you do more. Get well soon. Happy New Year! 🩷

[@lynnvandermijden7463]

I keep forgetting to comment this but Susan's earrings all look so stunning on you, especially these white ones. They make you glow!

[@dearmaria4654]

I really like looking at stuff you use, I'm beginning to like pink 😊

[@LunaLane-c2e]

Thank you Lori so much for this Christmas ❤ You made December so much brighter for me!! I have enjoyed every second following you since before vlogmas but LooooVed to see more of you during the nutcracker season 🙏🏽✨ I’m so grateful that you continued until Christmas Day, I wasn’t ready to let you gooo🥲 But all good things must come to an end! I’m so happy and grateful for you ❤🙏🏽 Love your new glasses and wish you much love and health! Can’t wait to see what you will do next 🥰🫶 Much love gorgeous 😘💕

[@barbieevans2174]

Lori, you made my Christmas special. I watched every day and I enjoyed every minute of vlogmas. What a gift! Girl, you rock. Get well and rest. I love you and thank you for all you do. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@wolfmage]

Thank you so much for sharing everything with us! It’s been the highlight of my days 💗

[@pilarrrgh]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, Lori! I loved your Vlogmas so much! What a beautiful way to share your dancing with everyone. I love your videos and look forward to what is next! Thanks for sharing and I hope your cold and your blister are a lot better! Sending love from Philly ❤

[@j_gum]

Feel better Lori! I loved watching your videos and started following you during Vlogmas. I can't wait to see what your next video looks like. Thanks again for this lovely month of content!

[@annadixon2693]

You are so beautiful and kind and have a wonderful energy about you Lori! Weirdly, I got a cold out of nowhere yesterday as well and I’m thinking of trying immunity shots

[@dreamer10182003]

I’ve loved watching your videos daily! thanks for sharing your nutcracker joy with us!

[@marcydiaz246]

That's right! Don't let them project their mess and meaness unto you! I've never seen anything negative about Lori, but I also don't go looking for it. I'm looking forward to following this channel for years to come. Wholesome ❤