Holiday countdown
Four weeks before ... Christmas – arrangements are underway
There ’ s still a month left until Christmas , but it ’ s a good idea to stay on top of your to-do list .
This will help you reduce your stress in the weeks to come . Here are a few things to get out of the way .
• Purchase as many gifts as possible to avoid crowds , and popular items going out of stock .
• Pick up any additional decorations you need to round out your collection or suit your party ’ s theme .
• Decorate your home , including putting together an artificial tree or a miniature Christmas village .
• Set up lights and other outdoor ornaments before the weather gets too cold .
• Write and mail your holiday cards , although you can always send out virtual cards later .
• Cook any dishes that can be frozen , such as cheese logs and cookies .
• Sort through clothing , books , and other items that you can donate to charity .
Three weeks ... preparations continue
Time flies , and it ’ s beginning to look a lot like Christmas . Before you curl up in front of the fireplace or put on a holiday movie , there are a few important tasks you
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• Choose holiday party outfits for the whole family , and make a visit to the store if needed
• Confirm how many guests are coming , and create a seating arrangement to accommodate everyone
• Buy non-perishable food for your party such as chips , nuts , and canned goods , and stock up on alcohol for the adults and drinks for the kids
• Pick up any gifts that still need to be purchased
• Wrap your presents or , to save yourself some time and support a good cause , have an organization take care of your gift wrapping as part of a fundraiser .
Two weeks ... a few tasks remain
Christmas is just around the corner ! This week , you ’ ll need to focus on the little details that will make the holiday magnificent and memorable for everyone . Here ’ s what should be on your checklist .
• Plan activities and games to entertain guests of all ages such as karaoke and cards .
• Clean your home from top to bottom , and prepare the guest room if you expect to have visitors stay overnight .
• Choose what type of music you ’ d like to listen to throughout the evening , and create a playlist .
• Purchase a real tree from a local vendor and decorate
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• Check to make sure you have enough cutlery , glasses , napkins , and other dinnerware for all your guests , and buy or borrow items as needed .
One week ... time for the final touches
Christmas is upon us , and excitement is in the air . All that remains are a few final chores that need to get done before your guests arrive .
• Clear out space in the entranceway for your guests ’ boots and coats .
• Finish buying the fresh ingredients you ’ ll need for your holiday meal .
• Stock your bathrooms with extra toilet paper and fresh hand towels
• Strategically place boxes of facial tissues and small bottles of hand sanitizer around the house
• Walk through each room to make sure nothing ’ s in the way or blocking an emergency exit
• Put hazardous objects like lighters , cleaning products , and medications out of the reach of children and pets .
• Shovel and de-ice your front steps and walkway , and consider putting down anti-slip mats so your guests don ’ t fall .
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