Are We Realistic in Getting Ready for Christmas? 🤶🏽🌲🧑🏽‍🎄

Merry Christmas and other traditions

As I woke up this morning, I thought about all of the things that I wanted to get done before this week is over; to be ready for Christmas. I groaned and tried to go back to sleep.

I had to remind myself that this was a season that I love and if I don’t get everything done, it’s OK!

Then I wondered how many of my parent friends were stressing about the same things: shopping, Christmas cards,, buying gifts, wrapping gifts, hmm what else?

I then decided that I would do the things that I enjoyed and the things that I didn’t enjoy as much, I would work hard to make sure that I enjoyed them while I did them. For me, that’s wrapping gifts. It’s like a nightmare that never ends.

Here’s a list of 7 items that I decided to focus on:Planning Ahead: Create a holiday schedule to manage tasks, events, and family gatherings. This can help reduce stress and ensure everything is organized. Gift Planning: Make a list of gifts for family members and friends. Consider budget-friendly options and explore DIY gift ideas for a personal touch. Decoration Fun: Involve the kids in decorating the house. It’s a great way to spend quality time together and create a festive atmosphere.Family Traditions: Incorporate and share holiday traditions with your children. Whether it’s baking cookies, watching a favorite movie, or going caroling, these activities create lasting memories. Self-Care Moments: Amid the holiday hustle, find time for self-care. Whether it’s a quiet moment with a book or a short walk, taking care of yourself is crucial during this busy season. Budgeting: Set a realistic budget for holiday expenses. This includes gifts, decorations, and any additional activities. Stick to your budget to avoid unnecessary financial stress. Gratitude Reflection: Take a moment to reflect on the things you’re grateful for as a family. This can foster a sense of appreciation and mindfulness during the holiday season.

Knowing how stressed I can become at Christmas, particularly with spending, I started saving a little each month at the beginning of the year. My daughter and I go out on Black Friday and shop together while spending time with each other. It’s a tradition that we love . If I’ve put a gift list together (which I did this year), then I’m 80% done on that day!

There used to be places in the malls, where you could get gifts wrapped pretty inexpensively. Haven’t seen those since Covid.

Oh well… Back to addressing my Christmas cards.

Wishing you and yours, a very Merry Christmas

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