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What I'm Getting My 14YO for Christmas
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items Christmas is coming! Here are some things I know my thoughtful, artistic, ocassionally angsty 14 year old will love.
The kid loves cargo pants… Everything old really is new again!
Lepunuo Women's High Waisted Cargo Pants
Spiral bound sketchbooks lay flat, which is a must for budding young artists. The A5 size is also really convenient for transporting on the go.
ZEONHEI 20 Pack A5 Sketch Book 60 Sheets
Everything Kayla Miller does is absolute GOLD with my older kiddo. We need to round out this series collection with Besties #2.
Besties: Find Their Groove|Paperback
This book is available for pre-order currently. In March of 2025, Besties #3 will be my kiddo's hands. I wonder what will happen with this prank war?
Besties: Prank War - (The World of Click) by Kayla Miller & Jeffrey Canino (Hardcover)
The kid has wanted a Stitch onesie for YEARS. Target had one two summers ago, but we missed it. With the live action Lilo & Stitch coming soon, I've got to make sure we secure the necessary wardrobe.
HALLOWITCH Lilo Stitch Onesie Costume
For as picky of an eater as my child is, it's kind of hilarious how much they love Funyuns. I cannot wait to see the excitement when they open a box of FORTY bags!
Funyuns Onion Rings, Original, 0.75 oz, 40 Pack
Not sure how much water it takes to flush this much sodium, but hey… it's high in protein! Beloved snacks are the highway to holiday happiness around here.
Slim Jim Original Smoked Meat Sticks, 100ct
Platform sneakers are a huge hit because my kiddo hates the idea of heels, but wants so desperately to close the gap between their height and mine.
Women's Converse Chuck Taylor Seasonal Lift Hi Sustainable Platform Sneakers
One obsession I am proud to have foisted upon my children is a deep love for the Peanuts!
Juniors' Peanuts Snoopy & Woodstock Hug Cropped Graphic Hoodie
I'll readily admit I don't understand the whole vocaloid thing, but the kid absoltuely loves Hatsune Miku.
Taito Hatsune Miku Fashion Figure Sporty
Donald Duck was probably the first character my kiddo glommed onto on their own, and he has remained a forever fave. This Donald has a sweet little suit jacket on, and he definitely does look very dapper!
Dapper Donald Duck Plush
While my child would absolutely rather drink sweet tea than anything else, I would like to know that they're actually staying hydrated. Thankfully, they fell in love with Ryse hydration sticks, which are super convenient single-serve sachets of elect...
Ryse Core Hydration Sticks 16-Pack | Academy
My 14 year old has needed their own heating pad for a while, and I love that there are so many cute and cuddly options instead of things that look like they came straight from a nursing home. Not only is this Squashmallow heating pad adorable, but it...
Squishmallow Heating Pad - Cam SMC514, Color: Multi - JCPenney
Speaking of our cat, my older child is desperately trying to get our cat to hang out in their room. They asked for a cute cat tree for their birthday, and now we're trying to entice the kitty with catnip. We love this catnip because it does legitimat...
Organic Catnip by Cat Kush - 1 Cup
Soft pants are generally the uniform for the kid, and H&M is great for providing the styles the kids want for a good value.
2-piece Jersey Set
More soft pants for my cozy-living teen.
Wide-Leg Jersey Pants