The end of the year is nearly here, and our Amazon carts are a direct reflection of our lives right now: a chaotic mess. Ha, just kidding! Only not really. Because between last-minute gifts, the sh*t we need to survive hosting our extended families for the holidays, and some random stuff we’re convinced will bring us a bit more joy, our shopping hauls do, in fact, feel just about as frenzied as we do. (I’m fine, you’re fine, we’re all fine... right? 🥴) Here’s what we bought this month.

You’ve survived school drop-offs, cold coffee (like, not the iced kind), and one too many “what’s for dinner?” nights — you’ve earned this. Outrigger Waikiki Paradise Hotel is your official permission slip to skip winter and live your best island life.

Once royal grounds (and it shows), this reimagined retreat mixes modern style with old-school aloha energy. The beach? Literal steps away. The pool? Refreshed and calling your name. The food? Wood-fired pizza and served with wine — because of course it is. Browse local art at the on-site Art & Flea market, sweat it out on a Peloton, or just claim your lanai and pretend you live here now. Every corner, from the guestroom art by Hawaii’s top creators to the vibe at Appetito, feels designed for moms who need a break that’s more paradise, less chaos.