It here already! The holiday fun has started!\u00a0 With a myriad of activities, events, and tasks, the best way to approach the holidays is with a holiday time line.\u00a0 Start with a family\u00a0meeting to talk about all the special parts of the holiday season.\u00a0 What makes the holiday special for each family member? Make a list of the most important part of the the holidays for each person.\u00a0 Now you know what your goals are for the season.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Using a big month at a glance calendar, pencil in all the dates from your family meeting.\u00a0 These are the items to work around as you create your holiday time line.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Add the tasks and times to get the “other stuff” complete.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Gift giving: dates for purchases completed,\u00a0 wrapping, mailing.\u00a0\u00a0 With a list, this can be completed before December 15.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Tree trimming: dates for setting up the tree, outdoor lights,\u00a0 indoor decor.\u00a0 With organization and help, this can be completed by December 8.<\/p>\n
Holiday events: dates for cookie exchange, parties, family gatherings.\u00a0 Review your calendar each day to be sure what you need for each event.\u00a0 Work back two days to prepare for each event.<\/p>\n
All of this together means a less stressed holiday!\u00a0 You enjoy what is most important by pacing the actvities.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 How does your holiday time line work?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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