Admit it! You promised this year was not going to be like the last few...and here you are, it is December and guess what? You did it again! The TO DO list is growing by the day right along side the gift list. If the holidays are stressful and you start to wish they didn't come each year then you are doing something wrong and you need to regroup. Not to worry...we are here to help!
1. If you don't have a TO DO list and are just swirling around, STOP...and make a list. 2. Categorize your list...you know...organize it by types of tasks. 3. If at this point you are already overwhelmed, do not proceed to step 4. Call ON THE GO 4 U (or a local concierge in your area) right now. 4. Assign time limits to the tasks. Similar tasks (that's why we categorized) can probably be knocked off at one time. 5. Make a schedule. You know your daily routines. Now add the TO DO list tasks to the routine. 6. If at this point you see no way to schedule another thing in your day: a) refer to our November article "Don't be a Statistic", b) Call ON THE GO 4 U (or a local concierge in your area) right now and c) do not proceed to Step 7 because help is on the way. 7. OK, now you have the list and the schedule. Stick to it! The easiest way for things to fall apart is for you to get sidetracked.
Things for your TO DO list that you may have forgotten:
- holiday Cards
- Stamps (purchase now if you want themed ones)
- All mailing should be done no later than Dec 18 to avoid the rush and additional shipping costs.
- Holiday Open House or Party. Consider having an after the holidays party...people need a break and some fun in Jan/Feb.
- Invitations should be sent 3 weeks in advance...which means you should have done it by now!
- Office/School Gifts
- Wrapping Supplies (Paper, Ribbon, Tape, Labels)
- Decorations
decorating Timesavers for the holidays Contributions by Chef Stacey of Season the Day, LLC
- Decorate only the common areas that will be frequented by friends and family.
- We shouldn't have to say this, but here goes. If the Christmas tree is against a wall, do not decorate the part that is not seen by visitors.
- Add a holiday bow to a plain evergreen wreath. You can get very nice pre-made bows at any store that sells holiday decorations. Place it on front door and put poinsettias in the foyer.
- Add holiday trim to everyday decorations that are already in place.
- For an elegant but easy-to-do centerpiece, fill a crystal/glass bowl with water, add fresh cranberries, holly and floating candles.
- Stage holiday scented candles throughout the house. They will make the house warm and cozy.
- For outside decorations, take plain white lights and extend them around the railings. Buy a roll of festive ribbon and matching bows. Use the ribbon to secure the lights to the railing by wrapping it around. Attach the bows to the end of the railings.
The Rules for Gift Buying: It is the middle of the month and we are all on a serious countdown to the big day. If you are still out shopping, here are a few simple rules to avoid making a serious faux pas with your significant other.
For Her: 1. Do not buy her something practical unless she has specifically asked for it. However, if she did, make sure you know exactly what she wants. A blender is not a blender is not a blender. 2. Clothing: You can go sooo wrong with this. Be careful. Know her size and
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