HIIII guys!!! unfortunately this is going to be the last vlog of the year instead of posting one more!!! :( I had a bit of a sad girl xmas and I just hate the vlog I filmed & would rather come back refreshed & better than ever in the new year! I hope you all had the most amazing christmas, a very happy New Years, and I'll see you in 2024 ❤❤
Love yourself first. Surround yourself with what makes you happy and take time for yourself. Btw - the drapes are so lush!! It’s so clean and ups the vibes in the room. Cheers to 2024 and all the growth and goals we will crush! 😊
I love love love the drapes! They are so beautiful and ELEGANT. And now you have some privacy, so that’s nice too. Sarah seems so nice. I’m so glad you’ve made some friends there back in Toronto. Now you’re going to have family and friends in your new old city. Merry Christmas sweet Tara!
Drapes are fabulous!!! Donating Blood: make sure you are very hydrated. If not it will be harder for your blood to flow. Probably count on being there for at least an hour because once you give blood, they usually keep you there and like a wait in room to make sure you don’t faint or anything and give you a little snack. Happy New Year. 🎉
I am a regular blood donor (in Ontario, too) and here are my main tips: - Make sure to read the pamphlet, eat a meal, and drink at least the 500mL prior to donating - Know that the needle feels like a warm scratch, not like an immunization (I personally prefer it). After it goes in you can’t feel it anymore. - If you feel faint/dizzy/nauseous, don’t panic! Just let a nurse know and they’ll tip you back and cool your forehead. It will pass. - If you bleed slowly, you can ask for a stress ball/squishy to keep things moving so you can fill the bag (I’m a slow bleeder, and this works every time!) - After make sure to drink some juice and have some snacks, they provide it all! - You may have symptoms after donating. Most people don’t, but I always experience fatigue and mild nausea afterwards. Then I feel fine. - Usually it’s all done in an hour, but a chunk of that is waiting to go through the paperwork, get your hemoglobin (finger prick, super quick) and temp tested, and wait afterwards to make sure you feel fine to go home. After your appointment (usually with 48 hours) you will also be able to access your stats through the app. It’s fun to track and try to beat your previous “records”!
Wow the curtains are gorgeous, definitely transforms the room in a way you didn’t know you needed, love when that happens!!! I feel like you need a big custom painting of Brady to go above your mirror and tree area hung at a good view from the balcony part of the stairs I think you’d love seeing her every day. the set up of your house is so unique and cool, i’ve loved seeing all your finishing touches on the place it looks beautiful (I can’t wait to see what you and Mitch have planned for the garden/back patio). happy holidays ❤🎄🍾 im excited for your new content coming next year!! I watch every video and just love seeing your life and whatever you are interested in.
Wow the curtains look amazing! Love them! Also you are Sarah are so sweet! I’m so glad you met. ❤you can tell it’s going to be a long lasting friendship
yay so glad you’re donating blood! I go to the bloor location and everyone is always so lovely! you go through a quick screening, sit for 15 minutes while donating and then get free snacks 😊 super easy way to give back! I love going!
I like a hit shower to help wake up and feel more energized. I wish you and your family and friends a very merry and safe Christmas and a Happy and healthy New Year.
The curtains are absolutely amazing and definitely completes the room. I totally agree that the curtains make the room way bigger and taller. Can’t wait to see them when they open in the middle to see the difference to them opening to one side. In real time Merry Christmas Tara. Hope your Christmas and new year is amazing and full of happiness and joy with family, friends, and Brady kisses and snuggles.
Miss Tara, I'm so glad you got your drapes, they look fantastic and elegant! I feel better knowing that you have more privacy from the houses in the back, it was always my first thought that people could be watching, being a woman, I think of these things, girls gotta stick together !!! The drapes surely make that wall, they look gorgeous! 😊😊😊 ♪♫♪ Merry Christmas and may your have a Happy and Prosperous 2024 ♪♫♪
Donating blood is great you really feel refreshed ❤❤ they usually give little snack after so you dont get dizzy but most people dont even get any dizzy.
Merry Christmas Tara…just wanted to reassure you, as someone who worked for many years in a blood donation center, that it is super easy and very fast to donate blood. The longest part is the paperwork! Good for you both for doing it. I have had the need many times over the last couple of years to need a blood transfusion and am always grateful for those who take time to donate. I use to donate both blood and platelets as often as I was allowed, but sadly, once you have certain medical issues, you are no longer eligible to donate. Any, that was longwinded! Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family🎄
merry christmas eve tara!!! seeing you post today truly made my day ❤ also, the gifts sarah gave you was so cute and thoughtful! i really love the customized book club sweater and the socks - like what? she did such a good job 😊
Merry Christmas Tara to you and your wonderful family (Brady too). I know you'll have a fabulous time as your family always does when together. Stay warm and cozy, hugs and love... ☃️🎄🎅🤶🦌🎶⭐👼🤗❤️
Merry Christmas Tara! I used to work for American Red Cross as a phlebotomist. I loved drawing blood but I hated working for the Red Cross. That said, plan on at least 30 mins. They will check your vitals and iron levels plus a bunch of health questions. Go HYDRATED! If they can’t fill the bag bc you faint or stop bleeding whatever blood you did give will be thrown away if it’s less than what they need. It’s a devastating loss! Just relax, bring your kindle and you’ll be fine! ❤
Merry Christmas!! The curtains - or do we call them drapes because they’re so loooong?! look beautiful!! I saw them on Instagram just before watching this vlog. I gave blood many times in my 20’s and I think the Red Cross people (in the US) are amazing at it! Never a problem. But do drink the juice after, especially because you’re so petite. Looked like a fun night out now enjoy your family time!! 🎄❤️🎄
The curtains look amazing!! Always love watching your vlogs bc it feels like I'm just catching up with a friend ♡ Hope you have a wonderful rest of the year and a happy New Years -- definitely take as long as you need to come back! ♡ Donating blood is such a great way to help the community -- they say you can save 3 lives when you donate. To prepare for your appointment, I would definitely recommend eating iron rich foods 24-48 hours and staying hydrated beforehand. When you walk into clinic, they will prick your finger and check if your blood oxygen (hemoglobin) levels are within range. If you have anemia or are borderline for this number, they may not let you donate. If you are on the low end of the accepted range, you may feel more symptoms afterwards... They will provide cookies, orange juice, water, and other snacks after you finish! Hope this helps! - Joslyn
So grateful you're donating blood! Every drop is needed this season!!❄I just donated last month and received a message last night saying my blood was used and I helped save a life!! So gratifying💞💞It's a super simple thing to do and so easy, just 30 min and you are done!!
I have donated blood 19 times. It becomes easier as you do it more often (you'll realize which arm is easier to get blood from etc). Drink lots of water leading up to the donation and eat well. Also they ask you to fill out a questionnaire before hand which helps speed up the process when you are there to see if you qualify, sometimes travelling or certain medications can disqualify you from donating. Either way, it's a really nice thought and thing to do!
As a cancer patient thank you so much for donating blood It is so important! Love yours and Sarah’s friendship and I’m sorry you had a tough Christmas next year‘s surely be better.
I have donated blood before, but I don't know if it's the same everywhere. I just went in, had a consult and the first rime they take a lottle to test for some blood transmitted deseases. Everytime tou get a consult and a list of questions. Full blood takes about 20minutes to give and they give you free drinks and snacks, because you have to drink and eat something. You can also give plasma but that takes longer I think about 40 minutes? In the end I gave blood 6 times and I stopped because it took too long with me (your blood has to come out at a certain speed) and I discovered I'm pretty hard to draw blood from. So it wasn't for me unfortunately, cause I did love the idea of doing something good in this way and I alwasy went with my mom which was really nice.
I've done like 6 miracle bars! Merry Christmas Tara! I'm so excited for your new idea in 2024. I'm hoping for a peaceful year but I'll probably get bored.
Ok I have watched you stay out past 12:00 twice on this vlog. I am 62 and going out with a big group dancing on New Year's with breakfast. I'm hoping I can "hang"! Football games on TV the next day that I do not want to miss.
Merry Christmas! Thank u for donating blood. Because of people who have donated, it have saved me... I have had multiple blood transfusions and it's all because of people like u that donate 😊 thank u!
I used to donate blood whenever I could. I never had an issue with needles and the process was always quick and easy, just expect to have to sit around for about 10-15 minutes afterwards. I randomly developed storage iron deficiency about a year ago, so I can’t donate anymore. I vaguely remember in you having low iron too, so make sure you’re taking your supplement consistently beforehand if you still take one. They’ll almost definitely take your iron level beforehand and won’t let you donate if your level is too low.
HIIII guys!!! unfortunately this is going to be the last vlog of the year instead of posting one more!!! :( I had a bit of a sad girl xmas and I just hate the vlog I filmed & would rather come back refreshed & better than ever in the new year!
I hope you all had the most amazing christmas, a very happy New Years, and I'll see you in 2024 ❤❤
Do what’s best for you girl - you more than delivered for us this year (& every year). Happy new year and early bday!!!🥳❣️
Love yourself first. Surround yourself with what makes you happy and take time for yourself. Btw - the drapes are so lush!! It’s so clean and ups the vibes in the room. Cheers to 2024 and all the growth and goals we will crush! 😊
We love you
Be gentle with yourself darling girl x
Bless you. Holiday Blues is a very much real thing. I hope you feel better.
MERRY CHRISTMAS EVE!!! hope you all have the most wonderful night & best xmas day tomorrow!! ❤
Have the best Christmas Tara lots of love❤❤❤❤
Merry Christmas Tara!! I hope you & your family have the best days!! ❤
Merry Christmas! Thanks for sharing your life with us. Can’t wait to see what 2024 brings.
Merry Christmas Tara!! Hope you and your family have a great holiday!
merry christmas eve and happy almost christmas tara!!! 🎄 ✨ i hope you have the best day tom ❤
Sarah seems like such a good friend. Happy you have someone like that
The curtains are to die for. So perfect!! I hope you have an amazing Christmas tomorrow!!
The drapes are everything! So luxurious 💜
Happy holidays, to all.
I love love love the drapes! They are so beautiful and ELEGANT. And now you have some privacy, so that’s nice too. Sarah seems so nice. I’m so glad you’ve made some friends there back in Toronto. Now you’re going to have family and friends in your new old city. Merry Christmas sweet Tara!
Drapes are fabulous!!! Donating Blood: make sure you are very hydrated. If not it will be harder for your blood to flow. Probably count on being there for at least an hour because once you give blood, they usually keep you there and like a wait in room to make sure you don’t faint or anything and give you a little snack. Happy New Year. 🎉
I am a regular blood donor (in Ontario, too) and here are my main tips:
- Make sure to read the pamphlet, eat a meal, and drink at least the 500mL prior to donating
- Know that the needle feels like a warm scratch, not like an immunization (I personally prefer it). After it goes in you can’t feel it anymore.
- If you feel faint/dizzy/nauseous, don’t panic! Just let a nurse know and they’ll tip you back and cool your forehead. It will pass.
- If you bleed slowly, you can ask for a stress ball/squishy to keep things moving so you can fill the bag (I’m a slow bleeder, and this works every time!)
- After make sure to drink some juice and have some snacks, they provide it all!
- You may have symptoms after donating. Most people don’t, but I always experience fatigue and mild nausea afterwards. Then I feel fine.
- Usually it’s all done in an hour, but a chunk of that is waiting to go through the paperwork, get your hemoglobin (finger prick, super quick) and temp tested, and wait afterwards to make sure you feel fine to go home.
After your appointment (usually with 48 hours) you will also be able to access your stats through the app. It’s fun to track and try to beat your previous “records”!
Merry Christmas Tara!! Your drapes look AMAZING and makes the space SO cozy!! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas!! ❤️ 🎄 💝 🥂
The tree was huge before , but now it's the curtains! I love them. It looks fabulous Tara!!! Merry Christmas 🎄🎁
I love you and Sarah's friendship. Finding the kind of people who make you better is always a gift.
Wow the curtains are gorgeous, definitely transforms the room in a way you didn’t know you needed, love when that happens!!! I feel like you need a big custom painting of Brady to go above your mirror and tree area hung at a good view from the balcony part of the stairs I think you’d love seeing her every day. the set up of your house is so unique and cool, i’ve loved seeing all your finishing touches on the place it looks beautiful (I can’t wait to see what you and Mitch have planned for the garden/back patio). happy holidays ❤🎄🍾 im excited for your new content coming next year!! I watch every video and just love seeing your life and whatever you are interested in.
Finally caught up on the vlogs! Can't wait to see your content for 2024!
Wow the curtains look amazing! Love them! Also you are Sarah are so sweet! I’m so glad you met. ❤you can tell it’s going to be a long lasting friendship
Hope you had a merry Christmas, Tara!!! Currently celebrating Christmas and New Years in Switzerland. I feel the vibes with your European trips 😂
I love the book titles on the sleeve... What a sweet, thoughtful gift from Sarah!
Yay!!!! Perfect timing! Wrapping gifts as I watch this! Merry Christmas from Alaska❤️
yay so glad you’re donating blood! I go to the bloor location and everyone is always so lovely! you go through a quick screening, sit for 15 minutes while donating and then get free snacks 😊 super easy way to give back! I love going!
I like a hit shower to help wake up and feel more energized.
I wish you and your family and friends a very merry and safe Christmas and a Happy and healthy New Year.
The curtains are absolutely amazing and definitely completes the room. I totally agree that the curtains make the room way bigger and taller. Can’t wait to see them when they open in the middle to see the difference to them opening to one side. In real time Merry Christmas Tara. Hope your Christmas and new year is amazing and full of happiness and joy with family, friends, and Brady kisses and snuggles.
Miss Tara, I'm so glad you got your drapes, they look fantastic and elegant! I feel better knowing that you have more privacy from the houses in the back, it was always my first thought that people could be watching, being a woman, I think of these things, girls gotta stick together !!! The drapes surely make that wall, they look gorgeous! 😊😊😊 ♪♫♪ Merry Christmas and may your have a Happy and Prosperous 2024 ♪♫♪
Thank youu for blessing us with a vlog on this Christmas Eve!! Merry Christmas to you and your family Tara ❤
Donating blood is great you really feel refreshed ❤❤ they usually give little snack after so you dont get dizzy but most people dont even get any dizzy.
The curtains look sooo good. I thought your home couldn't be more beautiful but now it is!
Merry Christmas Tara…just wanted to reassure you, as someone who worked for many years in a blood donation center, that it is super easy and very fast to donate blood. The longest part is the paperwork! Good for you both for doing it. I have had the need many times over the last couple of years to need a blood transfusion and am always grateful for those who take time to donate. I use to donate both blood and platelets as often as I was allowed, but sadly, once you have certain medical issues, you are no longer eligible to donate. Any, that was longwinded! Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family🎄
The curtains look AMAZING!!!
merry christmas eve tara!!! seeing you post today truly made my day ❤ also, the gifts sarah gave you was so cute and thoughtful! i really love the customized book club sweater and the socks - like what? she did such a good job 😊
Sarah got you such thoughtful gifts!
I have the same colour of curtains. When light is coming through it’s stunning
Merry Christmas Tara to you and your wonderful family (Brady too). I know you'll have a fabulous time as your family always does when together. Stay warm and cozy, hugs and love... ☃️🎄🎅🤶🦌🎶⭐👼🤗❤️
The curtains are everything!!!!!
The curtains finish that room and make it so much cozier and warm☺️😍
Merry Christmas!🎄The curtains look amazing! The colour matches the floor so well that it kind of brings your eye up and makes everything feel bigger!
Merry Xmas Tara, I really love Sarah and your friendship!!! I feel you are going to meet the man of your dreams in 2024 for sure!!!!
omg the moon in the background at 20 minutes?!?! such a magical vibe!!
The curtains are perfect! Happy Holidays everyone!
the curtains look amazing, they will let light in but give you enough privacy. the room looks complete
Merry Christmas 🎄 🎄🎄🎄❤ thank you for entertaining us with content!!
Merry Christmas Tara!
I used to work for American Red Cross as a phlebotomist. I loved drawing blood but I hated working for the Red Cross.
That said, plan on at least 30 mins. They will check your vitals and iron levels plus a bunch of health questions. Go HYDRATED!
If they can’t fill the bag bc you faint or stop bleeding whatever blood you did give will be thrown away if it’s less than what they need. It’s a devastating loss!
Just relax, bring your kindle and you’ll be fine! ❤
I literally feel like I’ve gotten a video from you every day this month kicking vlogmas’s ass honestly
Looks like so many cool things to do in Toronto! Love the cozy new curtain vibes too. Merry Christmas back at you Tara and Happy Holidays to all ❤
Loving home updates
Merry Christmas Eve Tara!! Your videos are always such a joy to watch! Excited to see what new creative endeavors you get into with your channel!
Good morning Tara happy Monday and I just wanted to say that your vlogs is amazing and you are amazing Supporter and I'm proud of you
Merry Christmas Tara and Family🎄🎁 Belly rubs for Brady😊
The drapes complete your room so nicely. Lovely. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas Christmas 🎄
omg looooove 🤍🤍 everything came out so so well!!!
Wishing you and your family a great Christmas season full of love and happiness ❤
Merry Christmas!! The curtains - or do we call them drapes because they’re so loooong?! look beautiful!! I saw them on Instagram just before watching this vlog. I gave blood many times in my 20’s and I think the Red Cross people (in the US) are amazing at it! Never a problem. But do drink the juice after, especially because you’re so petite. Looked like a fun night out now enjoy your family time!!
🎄❤️🎄
The curtains look amazing!! Always love watching your vlogs bc it feels like I'm just catching up with a friend ♡ Hope you have a wonderful rest of the year and a happy New Years -- definitely take as long as you need to come back! ♡ Donating blood is such a great way to help the community -- they say you can save 3 lives when you donate. To prepare for your appointment, I would definitely recommend eating iron rich foods 24-48 hours and staying hydrated beforehand. When you walk into clinic, they will prick your finger and check if your blood oxygen (hemoglobin) levels are within range. If you have anemia or are borderline for this number, they may not let you donate. If you are on the low end of the accepted range, you may feel more symptoms afterwards... They will provide cookies, orange juice, water, and other snacks after you finish! Hope this helps! - Joslyn
Wow! Those curtains make the space look like HOME!!
Merry Christmas Tara! Your videos bring me such happiness! 🎄
The curtains are BEAUTIFUL!!!
It looks finished now! wow
In case I don't catch your Christmas video Merry Christmas to you and your family.
The curtains are beautiful. Great addition to your home!!!
So grateful you're donating blood! Every drop is needed this season!!❄I just donated last month and received a message last night saying my blood was used and I helped save a life!! So gratifying💞💞It's a super simple thing to do and so easy, just 30 min and you are done!!
Love Love Love your New Sheers!!! Omg Huge Beautiful Transformation 💕🎄
Merry Christmas Tara! Have an amazing time with your family tomorrow!
Love the curtains ❤️Merry Christmas 🎄
Love the drapes they look amazing
I have donated blood 19 times. It becomes easier as you do it more often (you'll realize which arm is easier to get blood from etc). Drink lots of water leading up to the donation and eat well. Also they ask you to fill out a questionnaire before hand which helps speed up the process when you are there to see if you qualify, sometimes travelling or certain medications can disqualify you from donating. Either way, it's a really nice thought and thing to do!
Blood type can disqualify you to... im AB+ so im the universal receiver.
Curtains are AMAZING!!!
omg the curtains!!!! they look so gorgeous!
Merry Christmas to you and your family and friends 🎄🎅🏼
Merry Christmas to you and your family🎄⭐️
Wishing you all of the Blessings and Joy in the New Year 🌸🎉🎊
Omggggg these curtains 😍 they’re incredible
As a cancer patient thank you so much for donating blood It is so important! Love yours and Sarah’s friendship and I’m sorry you had a tough Christmas next year‘s surely be better.
Very excited to see the curtains, I made a comment about them a couple videos ago.
The drapes add the next level to that room!😊
Merry Christmas Tara. I love the bracelets you got for Sarah and yourself, so freaking cute.
The curtains are amazing! What a great Christmas gift 🎁 ❤
Love Sarah! So sweet! Loved watching her podcast!
Really enjoyed your videos this year! I hope you have a great rest of the year! I'm looking forward to seeing more videos next year!
Merry Christmas dear! Sending you and your family love and happiness for the holiday❤️
I loved that drapes! It s perfect! Merry Christmas!
That was such a thoughtful gift! 😢❤
Merry Christmas 🎁⛄🎄and thanks for letting us follow you around all year long ❤❤❤❤
The drapes are so good!!! Beautiful 😍
merryyyyy Christmas 🎄tara!!! and ro your family and friends ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤!!!! we luv ya babe😊 🤗 and 💋😘😗😚😙!!!!!!
Stunning 🖤 the curtains love amazing!!
The curtains!!!!! Soooo goood!!!!!
Happy holidays! Enjoy! Love the curtains!
Merry Christmas Tara!
I have donated blood before, but I don't know if it's the same everywhere. I just went in, had a consult and the first rime they take a lottle to test for some blood transmitted deseases. Everytime tou get a consult and a list of questions. Full blood takes about 20minutes to give and they give you free drinks and snacks, because you have to drink and eat something. You can also give plasma but that takes longer I think about 40 minutes? In the end I gave blood 6 times and I stopped because it took too long with me (your blood has to come out at a certain speed) and I discovered I'm pretty hard to draw blood from. So it wasn't for me unfortunately, cause I did love the idea of doing something good in this way and I alwasy went with my mom which was really nice.
I've done like 6 miracle bars! Merry Christmas Tara! I'm so excited for your new idea in 2024. I'm hoping for a peaceful year but I'll probably get bored.
after a while you get used to the drapes. at first, it was hard to imagine curtains in that space but now i have to say it's very luxurious ✨
Ok I have watched you stay out past 12:00 twice on this vlog. I am 62 and going out with a big group dancing on New Year's with breakfast. I'm hoping I can "hang"! Football games on TV the next day that I do not want to miss.
Merry Christmas Tara! The drapes look amazing!
Love those curtains!!❤❤
I was gonna say my bibbigo dumplings have soup in them but I definitely need to try the TJs one if they are actually more soupy!!
Curtains are so lux!
MERRY & MAGICAL CHRISTMAS TARA 🎄🎄🎄
Merry Christmas! Thank u for donating blood. Because of people who have donated, it have saved me... I have had multiple blood transfusions and it's all because of people like u that donate 😊 thank u!
I used to donate blood whenever I could. I never had an issue with needles and the process was always quick and easy, just expect to have to sit around for about 10-15 minutes afterwards. I randomly developed storage iron deficiency about a year ago, so I can’t donate anymore. I vaguely remember in you having low iron too, so make sure you’re taking your supplement consistently beforehand if you still take one. They’ll almost definitely take your iron level beforehand and won’t let you donate if your level is too low.
Merry christmas eve!! And happy holidays !!❤
The vlogmas music hits!!
Omg I’ve never been this early!! Haha Merry Australian Christmas Tara! (And everyone reading this hehe) hope you have a wonderful day!! 🫶🏻🎄
The drapes are beautiful ❤️
@OfficialTaramichelle- Always, love your videos 🥂
we watch you, and adore youuuuuu ❤❤❤❤❤❤ merry Xmas tara!!!!
Merry Christmas, Tara and family!!