January 2026

Happy New Year!

January gets a bad rap.

The holidays are over, wallets are lighter, the scenery is… let’s call it emotionally beige, and suddenly every day feels like it lasts three weeks.  But behind the scenes here at Thompson Hollow, January has been anything but boring.  One of the biggest surprises this month was being featured in the Springfield Reporter. That one truly caught me off guard, in the best way. It was humbling, exciting, and a reminder that even in the quiet months, people are watching, supporting, and cheering on small local businesses like ours. I’m incredibly grateful.

January also meant celebrating Jack turning 9. Nine feels big. There was cake, laughter, and the kind of pause that reminds me why we do all of this in the first place.  We're building something meaningful while our kids are still little enough to be part of it and learn from.

On the creative side, this month has been full of experimenting and making. We’ve been working on: New body oils to help combat dry winter skin (because woodstove air is not kind), fresh simmer pot blends to bring a little life and warmth back into our homes.  And yes… a few surprises we’re saving for the final stretch of the month 

January might look dull outside—bare trees, muddy boots, gray skies—but it’s also a reset. A slower pace. A chance to plan, create, and quietly prepare for what’s next.

And speaking of what’s next… Valentine’s Day is right around the corner 

Whether you celebrate it big, small, or just use it as an excuse to make your house smell good and treat yourself, we’ve got some cozy, thoughtful ideas coming your way.

So here’s to January: A little boring. A little slow. But still full of growth, gratitude, and good things ahead.

Stay warm,

Gianna