In this special holiday episode of Heidi's Lane, we are joined by two very special people in my life: Lauri, my mother and Matix, my oldest son! Today we dive into the intimate world of family traditions and the poignant dance with grief during the holidays. My mom and I reminisce about cherished memories, like our lively Polish Christmas Eves and my dad's signature German chocolate cake. We laugh, share stories, and even shed a few tears, acknowledging the bittersweet absence of loved ones.  I also explore how traditions evolve, especially in the tapestry of a blended family, and the importance of finding joy in simplicity.  This episode is a raw, authentic journey through the joys and sorrows of holiday memories and traditions, inviting you to reflect on your own. Here are the key moments from the episode: 5:00 Family traditions and why they are important 11:30 Appreciating childhood memories 20:30 The importance of creating new traditions 26:30 Adapting traditions to life's changes 38:00 Our Polish Christmas Eve dinner tradition 53:50 Choosing memories over materialism 56:30 Dealing with grief during the holidays Connect with Heidi! Website: https://heidipowell.net/ Email: [email protected] Instagram: @realheidipowell Facebook: Heidi Powell YouTube: @HeidiPowellNet Train with Heidi on her Show Up App! https://www.showupfit.app/