I know that when I'm feeling stressed about the holidays (planning the meals, arranging for family visits, shopping for gifts, and the rest), the thing that helps me, is to sit down with my planner. Really, it's anything that will help me get it out of my head and come up with a plan of attack. Once I have my lists of what is needed, then I can figure out when I have the time to carry out my plan.
Making gifts? Break it down into bite sized peices and put it on a calendar. Shop for supplies, make the gift, package the gift and deliver. When these steps are in your planner, you are in control, and chaos is not a part of it. Busy, yes, but not chaos! Sending out Cards? Make the list of recipients (include the address on this list). Then figure out when you want the card to arrive. Plan accordingly. Give yourself plenty of time to write personal notes...SO much better to get a card with a short note than just a signature! Having company? Get the guest room ready way ahead of time. Even make the bed with fresh linens a few days before your guests arrive. It will be much less chaotic on the day they arrive. Share your ideas to relieve Holiday Chaos.
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