The holidays isn’t all about presents—they’re also about being present. Time spent is a love-language we often forget to use, and it’s important during this busy time of year to take a step back and remember that time might just be the most valuable gift of all. To help you shift focus from what you give to how you give it, we’ve compiled a list of our six favorite ways to spend time together this holiday season. 

The holiday season is upon us—and for many of us, that means gift shopping. Whether you’re an early planner or a last-minute shopper, it’s not always easy to find a gift that feels truly personal. To save you some time and effort this year, consider going local! Kansas City is packed with amazing local shops that are sure to offer those one-of-a-kind heartfelt gifts you aspire to give. To make your next shopping trip just a little bit easier, we’ve rounded up eight of our favorite Kansas City shops for you to swing by.