7 Things You Can Do NOW to Plan Ahead for a Stress-free Holiday Season

Oh, the holidays… there isn't anything that pressures us quite like planning for them. The in-laws, gifts, shopping, wrapping, parties, etc. I can go on and on, but the key to not stressing out and actually enjoying the festivities. Thus, let's prepare in advance for the hundred little things that must get done (mostly by you!). Here are 7 things you can do NOW to stave off last-minute chaos. - By Danielle Sullivan

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Schedule Parties
You Want To Attend Key word: want. There are some that are obligatory like the office party, but there are others that you knowingly dread each and every year but still attend so you won't seem like a Grinch. You know those get-togethers with relatives who are distant and removed all year long but as soon as a holiday springs up, they plan parties in which you already know you (and your family) will only endure. ... more
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Schedule Parties
You Want To Attend Key word: want. There are some that are obligatory like the office party, but there are others that you knowingly dread each and every year but still attend so you won't seem like a Grinch. You know those get-togethers with relatives who are distant and removed all year long but as soon as a holiday springs up, they plan parties in which you already know you (and your family) will only endure. Skip those and remember that a stressed out mother does not make a cheerful memory.
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