Prepare Now for the Holidays

November 5, 2008 by
Filed under: Holidays 

Well, it’s that time of year again and time to start getting into the Holiday spirit. This is a wonderful
time of year and you should get out and enjoy. The only problem is, most of us procrastinate so much that we ruin our Holidays by putting off what we should have done now. So stop saying you will get it done and prepare ahead of time and you will feel much better. Start with:

1. Writing out your cards now. Buy stamps, insert pictures and have everything ready to go by December 1st.

2. Buy Holiday paper goods and decorations for any parties (school included) now, so that you are well prepared for any get-togethers.

3. Hang the outside lights. You don’t have to light them up, just have this task done and out of the way.

4. Buy teacher gifts, bus driver, etc… Don’t forget gift bags (or use paper lunch bags, decorated by the kids).

5. Go through cookie recipes and decide what you will be baking. You can even start stocking up on supplies now.

6. Make a list of family gifts and set a budget for each one. Most computers come with free templates that make this job a piece of cake.

7. Most of all, have fun. Remember the Holidays are a time of rejoicing, renewal and family. Don’t get so stressed that you miss out on all the great traditions and memories that make this the best to time of year!

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  1. Debbie Morgan on Wed, 5th Nov 2008 8:08 pm

    2. Hi Lisa! Thanks for these great tips. Now is the time to get prepared and, you’re right, we will feel much better and less stressed if we do. Deb

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