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So, with this vlog I originally imagined a full-on Christmas IRL video where I bake bookies, wander around town in the snow, and do all the cozy festive things with you all. But the holidays had other plans (don't they always? lol). Between the season getting busy and my editor being out of town for two weeks which meant doubling down on movies to keep up with the youtube schedule, I realized something very important. It's officially time to slow down. And honestly, I think that's what this video needed to be about the most!My vlog ended up being a gentle reminder that rest is not only okay, but essential. Especially this time of year. Even though I'll still be putting movies out the next two weeks, know that these are all pre-recorded and I'm actually cozy and bundled up in blankets with my family and resting for the first time in THREE years lol. I hope this video helps you also find permission to be gentle with yourself these next few weeks. Meet yourself where you are, not where you think you should be 🤍I'm also unboxing a TON of PO Box gifts in this video, and it felt like opening gifts on Christmas morning! Thank you so much to everyone who sent something for my birthday/the holidays. Every package felt so thoughtful, meaningful, and so appreciated. This Yule Twelve is about showing my true self to you all and giving love back to the community that gives me so much. I hope this vlog feels like a warm exhale if you needed one, because that's what it ended up being for me as well! Happy Holidays, everyone!P.S. I did sneak in some of the very minimal footage I originally planned to center this vlog around near the end of the video! So I hope you enjoy! ❄️

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Jay Nordick

Crushing it. We appreciate all the effort. Take a break!

Darian Harman

I'm going to save this watch for Christmas day. After everyone has consumed the ridiculous amount of Eggplant Parmigiana I'm making, the kitchen is cleaned up, everyone has had enough drinks for the pecorino Romano to be coming out of their pores, and I can finally retreat into my safe, introverted space. I look forward to it. :-)

Jonas Vanderstraeten

You've earned yourself any and all the comfort and cosyness you can get! Enjoy the rest. Having slowed down a bit myself, I can attest to the necessity and importance of rest. Thank you for all your hard work!

Richard

Thank you for this beautiful video, it was honestly perfect! You’re very welcome for the gifts. Sucks that those other 2 little items didn’t arrive but they should be there by Friday; they’re supposed to be a set so hopefully you can open them together. Now, regarding the shirt, I’m a good-sized guy so it seemed veeerry small to me - promise me you’ll let me know if it’s too small; I’ll replace with a medium and then maybe some other little person in your house can have that one. I LOVE that you’re taking time off!! So deserved, and so needed. Enjoy the cozy time with your fam!

Robert da Spruce

I’m happy you’re taking a little break Kali. Quite frankly, I was a little surprised when you first announced the Yule-twelve festivities I imagine that’s a lot of work to organize. That’s in addition to all the regular craziness of getting ready for the holidays plus being a mom and wife I’m surprised you made to day ten! 😄 So please put on some comfy socks and an ugly Christmas sweater, and enjoy some time with your family! I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas! And also a wonderful birthday! 🎂🎄🎁☃️❄️🎉

kaliwali

Ooo that sounds amazing, honestly! I hope you enjoy my ramblings and unboxings ✨ Merry Christmas!

kaliwali

Yes! When I realized I hadn't had a proper 'break' in 3 years, I kinda had a moment of "no woooonder" 🤣 I'm excited to relax this week and next!

kaliwali

Aww no worries! I know a few of my items this week aren't arriving on time as well 😅 I look forward to getting it when it comes though! Your package was very thoughtful and so appreciated! The size is also perfect! I'm used to get L and XL in the mail and using them as sleep shirts LOL. But this size is my usual size, so thank you! And yessss, I'm really looking forward to relaxing this week and the next. I'm excited to show you all the 'extra movies' I've been working on behind the scenes tho!

kaliwali

I've absolutely LOVED doing the Yule-Twelve here with you all and I wouldn't have done it any other way! I can really see this being a fun tradition every year forward now 🎄✨ A way to show more of myself and give back to you all that do so much for me here! But I will definitely be relaxing this week and the next and I'm very much looking forward to it! Merry Christmas and thank you for the birthday wishes!

rubberkidney

"I originally imagined a full-on Christmas IRL video where I bake bookies" just a wali moment? waliing out?

Heidi Elizabeth Marcum

Hello, Kali! I’m watching and listening to your lovely blog right now, and I am very much enjoying listening to you share your life, hopes, and dreams with us, my dear friend. Thank you very much for sharing so much about yourself with us. You truly are a beautiful soul, Kali. :) I hope you continue to enjoy reading my comments I hope to share with you from here on out. And I hope you have read, and have enjoyed reading my private messages I’ve sent you too. I haven’t heard back from you yet regarding my messages, so if you prefer me not to send you private messages, and just comment under your reaction posts, please let me know. Thank you for everything you do for us, Kali! You’re amazing, and I truly appreciate you! I am so happy I could join you here on Patreon too! Your joy and kindness in your reactions to the movies I love, truly make my days feel brighter, so thank you truly! I've been struggling a lot with deep rooted self esteem issues I've suffered from for as long as I can remember, but your kindness and joy you let shine in your videos help me to feel better for a time whenever I watch a good movie with you. So, thank you, Kali! I look forward to continuing to get to know you throughout 2026! I’m excited to see all that’s to come from you, my dear friend! Take care of yourself, and enjoy your cozy time off with your family! And Happy Birthday!!!! :) Sincerely, Heidi

KJ

With the Shadow of Mordor / War games, they're set between The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings. They're not Canon to Tolkien, but they are Warner Bros and have similar production value to the movies. I really like the stories and I hope you do too. Merry Xmas and an early Happy Birthday 🎂 PS: the Christmas card reminded me a bit of the village in The Holiday ☺️

Andy Jordan

Good on you for taking a break when you need it. Life comes first, and we don't want you to feel burned out. A very happy early birthday to you, and a very merry Christmas to you and yours. Looking forward to the next couple days of this wonderful event you've put together, and I'm looking forward to what 2026 brings you. Cheers!

kaliwali

oh LOL typo but i'm keeping it now 🤣

Black_TYGR

So glad you loved the ‘78 Superman and the book/cat light. It’s dimmable…so you can control how bright it lights. Lighting is everything. Love your vibe and energy! So happy you’re spending time for yourself and your family. Rest up and replenish your spirit. Frank

Danza777

Christmas Day forecast for myself is currently 33 C (90 F) from down under (Brisbane specifically). That temperature is pretty spot on what it is every Xmas Day. Spending the day with my wife and her whole family is always such a joyous occasion. Enjoy your much deserved time off Kali. I’ve only ever experienced one winter Christmas before but would love to have another one, one day 😊 On a side note, soooo excited for your reaction to The Hangover in particular.

M1 Maz

This ended up being the perfect Christmas vlog in the most Kali way possible - Cozy, relaxing, and thoughtful :) And it really was a great reminder to just slow down, and not pack as much as I can into my break haha. Taking some moments to reflect on everything that's happened this year to get us to where we're at now It's funny that growing up, there was so much I missed out on too. Locking myself into only a narrow few genres of movies, and a couple genres of games that I knew I would get approval to watch / play haha. While music I got to explore whatever I wanted on my own. But it wasn't till I started living by myself that I finally started to catch up. Two years ago finally playing God of War (and helping me to discover your channel!), a year ago playing Red Dead Redemption for the first time. And now this year discovering soooo many new movies with you through your reactions. At this point, probably 80% or more of your reactions are first time watches for me LOL. So I've really appreciated the opportunity your content has given me to make me finally sit down and experience so many of these amazing stories and moments in film that I've missed out on!

rubberkidney

ah yes now about the baking.

Matthew

Quote #10 of 12: “The happiest people are those who think the most interesting thoughts. Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good company, good conversation, are the happiest people in the world. And they are not only happy in themselves, they are the cause of happiness in others.” - William Lyon Phelps

pinkdino99

You are very welcome ! The books are unfortunately second hand off ebay (as was the Ewok) as they are all out of print by around fifteen years. Well done whomever bought The Long Halloween... that book is so good !

Dave Olden

This was a wonderful warm break, and reminder for birthdays 🎂 &🎄 … thank you 🙏 and Happy Birthday 🥳

James Park

Thanks Kali, have a great birthday, Christmas and new years

Chuckles1004

Ya, definitely take it easy Kali. I was wondering myself, how, with a young one, you were still going to be able to do your channel and Xmas and family and festivities. You deserve all the break you need. I'm sad that my gifts won't make in time though 😓 Have a Very Merry Holiday Season!!

Jonas Vanderstraeten

Okay, So I actually took the time now to watch the vlog and it filled me with so much warmth and joy! Thank you for sharing and giving us a little peek behind the screens. I squeeled when you opened those Star Wars comics! Timothy Zahn's Heir To The Empire is such a huge part of why I love Star Wars! It's an awesome story in the, now dumped, star wars universe and I'm sure you'll love it! You're such a genuine and wholesome creator and I'm so thankful I found you! :)

Lastboyscout73

I hope you have a good holiday, I am actually not working for once on Christmas day but for "reasons" I will be all by myself. 😞

Bernie Zwicky

This was such a touching and thoughtful video to everyone who loves and supports you and your channel! I’m so glad you’re able to take some time off for yourself…3 years is a crazy amount of time to work without a break!! I sincerely hope your channel becomes more than you ever thought possible…you have such a warm and caring personality that really makes it a pleasure to listen to you! That was fun watching you open your presents! I’ve thought it would be nice to send you something, but I don’t see a PO Box anywhere, so if you could let me know what it is, that would be great! My wife and I started going to Florida from Wisconsin for the winter last year, so it’s a little weird seeing Palm trees lit up instead of Evergreens. It also doesn’t really feel as much like Christmas without any snow…BUT I’m not complaining! I hope you and your family have a wonderful Christmas and that you take plenty of time to just relax! ❤️😊

JOE

I approve . 👍

M1 Maz

If you check the home page of her main YouTube channel, her PO box address is listed there :)

Eric Capretta (edited)

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2026-09-07 13:00 I love your content. It's so nice to watch movies with you when I'm on the road or home for the weekend. I travel a lot so don't get to see my friends and family much. Just want you to know that if I end up not being a patron it's not because of me not liking the content.... It's cause I'm a poor adult and broke haha so someday that payment will fail, but rest assured I'll be back. I ended up becoming a patron cause of Batman but now I know I need to go back and check out your Star Wars and Lord of the Rings reactions. I'm so excited for you playing the Arkham Games and NOT excluding Arkham Origins. Origins is so good and honestly, I guarantee it will become your favorite Christmas game. Question, I had sent a movie through Throne, Terminator 3, not expecting you to put it in video at all or even put it on the channel if you don't want to. I just want to make sure you got it, cause the money did leave my account so I need to know if I need to call someone haha
2025-12-23 03:27

Brina Blue

What ever you do will be perfect!

Darian Harman

Merry Christmas to you and yours. This is what it's all about. Just thanking each other for existing. I'm not going to write 40 paragraphs about humanity, but I very easily could. To everyone reading this comment: I love you, and I actually mean it.

Phil Stubblefield

Kali, the more I learn about you, the more amazed I am! Thank you for sharing so much of yourself and for bringing so much joy to your patrons! You make us feel like family members, and I certainly feel the same about you. Enjoy your downtime, knowing that you have more than earned it! Merry Christmas to you and your family! 🎄 ❤️

TheJoeKerr

Even tho your original vlog plan sounded great (I love Cecelia’s channel as well) it’s also good that you’re taking some time off and resting and recharging with your family. The last thing is you don’t want to get burned out.

David Perkins

thanks so much for sharing so much. with all my heart, happy birthday, a very merry Christmas and a happy and prosperous new year to you and yours.

Morah-SDG

Just finished the video, and while I can’t speak for Mordor, cause I didn’t play it, but Shadow of War was definitely like, it had story as well as awesome gameplay. And no spoilers, but the games also have a main actor from the God Of War Norse series as a companion role, and it rules.

kaliwali

Hey! I definitely got the Terminator 3 you sent over and thought I sent a thank you note afterwards! So so sorry if I didn't! But it's safe & appreciated in my collection ✨🩷

kaliwali

I can definitely unbox yours on the January Q&A video!! Thank you for sending something my way! 😱✨

Chuckles1004

Oh, Ok. Thank You. FYI, with the gift there is also a little heartfelt message, maybe a little cheesy, please take it easy on me. lol