The Greatest Gift You Can Give.
- Ayda Abebe
- Dec 19
- 3 min read

This post doesn’t come from a brand or a professional title. It comes from my heart, from being human, from being a mother, a daughter, a sister, a wife, and a friend.
Late at night, after finishing a project, as I lay in bed and close my eyes, my mind decided to keep running, just like it does for most mamas. Thoughts of the holidays, the kids being off school, activities, work, meals, and plans began swirling. And in the middle of it all, one question quietly surfaced:
What is the greatest gift I can give my family this year?
Is it the toys, the books, the musical instruments waiting in boxes under the tree? Is it too much? Too little? Balanced?
As I reflect, my thoughts drift back to my own childhood. I didn’t grow up surrounded by lavish gifts or big holiday traditions, yet some of my fondest memories, the ones that still hold a special place in my heart, weren’t wrapped in paper. It was the people, the laughter, the music, the dancing, and the warmth of family and love that made those moments unforgettable.
Most children, even mine, won’t remember the presents they received by next year, unless it’s something deeply sentimental. But they will remember how they felt. The joy. The connection. The sense of being seen, loved, and safe.
And that’s when it hits me: the greatest gift I can give my family isn’t something I can buy.
It’s me.
My health.
My energy.
My presence.
Because my well-being doesn’t just affect me, it shapes everything around me. It allows me to show up for my kids’ milestones, to celebrate their achievements, to hold space for their heartbreaks, and to watch them grow into who they are meant to be.

A New Kind of Resolution
This year, I’m not making a “New Year, New Me” resolution that fades by February.This year, I’m committing to something lasting, health, from the inside out.
I’m choosing to listen to my body when it speaks. To nourish it with real, wholesome food, to move it, rest it, and care for it with intention.
And when a day doesn’t go as planned, I’ll remind myself it’s not failure, it’s part of the process. Growth doesn’t happen overnight.
It starts with one simple choice at a time.
Add one small habit that supports your health.
Release one habit that no longer serves you.
Slowly. Gently. Sustainably.
The Gift That Lasts
This holiday season, I’m giving my family, and myself, the gift of health. Not a quick fix. Not a temporary plan. But a foundation for a long, vibrant, connected life.
Here’s why: At Zema Wellness Lounge, we offer IV vitamin and nutritional therapy to support your wellness journey as you focus on your health. These treatments help nourish your body from within, giving you the energy, focus, and vitality to truly be present for your loved ones.
Because health is the greatest gift you give yourself and your family.
The truth is, the greatest gift we can give our loved ones isn’t something that sits under a tree. It’s our health. It’s our presence. It’s our ability to truly be there, for all the little moments that make life beautiful.
Here’s to a season filled with love, laughter, and well-being, and to remembering that you are the gift your family will always treasure most.
From my heart,
Zema Wellness Lounge





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