Traditionally I put the Christmas decorations away on New Years Eve, but I’m feeling the itch to get it done a little earlier this year. I’m not sure if it has something to do with how early Thanksgiving was this year (the weekend I generally decorate), so I …
Four Tips for Packing Up Christmas
Usually I let Christmas linger until New Year’s day. But, while having coffee this morning I was looking around the house and felt a sudden urge to let Christmas go a little ahead of schedule this year. I’m not sure why that is, but in looking at several …
Remember the “why” behind the holiday
I’m hearing a lot of stress-related comments from my clients right now. “I need six more gifts and have no idea when I can shop.” “I don’t have my caramels made yet.” “I still don’t have my cards in the mail.” “I have three more parties to go …
Holiday Organizing: Stuff and Time
Well, the holidays are officially off and running! The local NBC affiliate, KING-TV, asked me to come in and speak about how to organize all the decorations, gifts and events that happen around the holidays. After leaving the studio I thought “hmm, that might be good information to …
3 Quick Tips When It’s Time To Pack It Up
The holidays are nearly behind us, but there’s possibly one more thing most of us need to do . . . . pack it up! Tackling this task can either be liberating or daunting, depending on how organized and prepared we are. Here are some thoughts on making …