Get in the Picture: This Holiday Season, Make Memories That Last

The holidays are here—a season filled with laughter, love, and cherished traditions. It’s a time when families and friends come together, creating moments we hold close to our hearts for years to come. Yet, as women, how often do we find ourselves on the sidelines, behind the camera, capturing everyone else’s memories but not being part of them?

This year, I want to remind you of something incredibly important: get in the picture.

For so many of us, it’s easy to stand back, to focus on making sure everything looks perfect or that everyone else is having a good time. We snap the photos, organize the moments, and ensure the memories are made—but we often forget to include ourselves in those moments. Why?

Maybe it’s self-consciousness, maybe we don’t feel “photo-ready,” or maybe we’ve just fallen into the habit of putting others first. Whatever the reason, I want you to let it go this holiday season.

Why It Matters

Getting in the picture isn’t just about having a visual reminder of the day—it’s about showing yourself and others that you matter. Your presence matters. By stepping into the frame, you’re saying, “I am worth being here, worth being remembered, worth being celebrated.”

It’s also a message to those you love. When your children, grandchildren, or friends look back on these photos years from now, they won’t be critiquing your hair or your outfit. They’ll see you. They’ll remember the warmth of your smile, the joy in your eyes, and the love you brought to that moment. These pictures will evoke stories, laughter, and memories that keep you close to their hearts even when you’re not physically there.

Give Yourself Permission

This holiday season, I want to encourage you to give yourself permission to be part of the memories you’re creating. Put yourself in the frame. Laugh, smile, and even embrace those candid moments that feel imperfect. Because those imperfections are what make life beautiful.

Be Present

Being in the picture is also about being present. It’s about embracing the moment fully, not worrying about whether the napkins match or if the turkey’s perfectly browned. It’s about celebrating you as part of the magic of the holidays.

This season, let’s make a pact to value ourselves as much as we value the memories we’re creating for others. Let’s teach the next generation that self-worth includes taking up space in the moments that matter most.

So, grab that silly holiday sweater, pull your loved ones close, and jump into the photo. Because you, my dear, are worth remembering. And that’s all that truly matters.

With love and holiday cheer,
Melissa