Thank you for breaking everything into broad categories and then tasks. I have used a planner and everything is in one place. For me, scheduling time for tasks (in various categories) has been the most helpful tip! All those pieces are calmly spinning in the air. With a chuckle, music was nice. No music does help focus. Either works for me. Thanks again.
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment @tikisma4365! I think breaking anything down into manageable chunks is key with anything that has the potential to overwhelm us and, from a personal perspective, sometimes they have to be broken down into REALLY small tasks before I can tackle it!! I’m so glad scheduling the tasks is working well for you. At least it frees you from fretting about it in that moment because you know it’s got its ‘slot’ in your action plan later on. So interesting hearing everyone’s views on the music! 🥰
There’s only so much information one brain can keep organised, right? My brain just CANNOT retain it, I write EVERYTHING down 😂 So glad you’re getting something out of the videos and thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment ☺️
Whew, so glad I got my gift shopping done in October. Prime Days are a lifesaver. I’ve just got to check in and say that the wrapping station I set up two weeks ago - gold, Lynn. Absolutely gold. I’m wrapping as I go and it’s completely drama-less; my wife can pop into my office and wrap gifts as well. And cleaning out the water heater closet to make it our “gift closet”? Another STELLAR recommendation. These tips are really eliminating my holiday stress. I am enjoying my prep work so much this year! Bless you ❤
Thanks so much for checking in and I’m thrilled to hear these tips have been proving to be so helpful for you! Amazon Prime has saved my sanity on several occasions here too!
Mixed up my gingerbread cookie batches and popped them in the freezer for baking later. Baked some mincemeat tarts and froze them. December is very busy at work and all my baking preparations in November will really pay off in December. I shop throughout the year the year and now am starting to organize my gift baskets. It’s a work in progress, but exciting to see them getting filled with Christmas goodies!
Oh that all sounds great! 🤩 Love the idea of getting ahead on the baking. I really enjoy baking but I just never seem to be able to find the time for it. I’ve learned to be realistic about what I’m likely to have time to fit in 🤣 One of my sons used to bake cookies for everyone as Christmas gifts though as a teenager so at least he learned some useful skills!
Another great video! LOVE this series! I have my wrapping station set up and have about 50% of my shopping done. Unfortunately I lost a few weeks to a horrible flu, oh well, Im getting there. I will decorate this weekend.Have a great weekend! tfs 😍
Thank you again for some great tips! I just had two weeks where I could not do anything because of catching a bad flu bug (cold, cough etc.) from my 4 year old grandson. I watch him a few days a week so my schedule bounces around him. This week, I watched him 3 days in a row. Anyhow, now I feel behind because of being ill and being there for him - but my grandson is most important thing. This morning, I am going out for the first time in 2 weeks and will try to pick up gifts for my step-granddaughter and son in law. Then I only have my hubby left to buy for. I am also behind on my other gifts (I make handmade cards and candles) so hopefully this weekend I can catch up on that. Every year I say I will be done with handmade by September. Next year, it will be June! LOL
It’s all about doing what’s important to you and being able to spend time with family sounds like the perfect way to create joy, especially little ones at this time of year 🥰
Thank you for breaking everything into broad categories and then tasks. I have used a planner and everything is in one place. For me, scheduling time for tasks (in various categories) has been the most helpful tip! All those pieces are calmly spinning in the air. With a chuckle, music was nice. No music does help focus. Either works for me. Thanks again.
Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment @tikisma4365! I think breaking anything down into manageable chunks is key with anything that has the potential to overwhelm us and, from a personal perspective, sometimes they have to be broken down into REALLY small tasks before I can tackle it!! I’m so glad scheduling the tasks is working well for you. At least it frees you from fretting about it in that moment because you know it’s got its ‘slot’ in your action plan later on. So interesting hearing everyone’s views on the music! 🥰
Recording the gifts/sellers/delivery dates is a game changer! I've also attached an envelope to the page for my receipts ❤ Loving the series
There’s only so much information one brain can keep organised, right? My brain just CANNOT retain it, I write EVERYTHING down 😂 So glad you’re getting something out of the videos and thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment ☺️
Whew, so glad I got my gift shopping done in October. Prime Days are a lifesaver. I’ve just got to check in and say that the wrapping station I set up two weeks ago - gold, Lynn. Absolutely gold. I’m wrapping as I go and it’s completely drama-less; my wife can pop into my office and wrap gifts as well. And cleaning out the water heater closet to make it our “gift closet”? Another STELLAR recommendation. These tips are really eliminating my holiday stress. I am enjoying my prep work so much this year! Bless you ❤
Thanks so much for checking in and I’m thrilled to hear these tips have been proving to be so helpful for you! Amazon Prime has saved my sanity on several occasions here too!
Mixed up my gingerbread cookie batches and popped them in the freezer for baking later. Baked some mincemeat tarts and froze them. December is very busy at work and all my baking preparations in November will really pay off in December. I shop throughout the year the year and now am starting to organize my gift baskets. It’s a work in progress, but exciting to see them getting filled with Christmas goodies!
Oh that all sounds great! 🤩 Love the idea of getting ahead on the baking. I really enjoy baking but I just never seem to be able to find the time for it. I’ve learned to be realistic about what I’m likely to have time to fit in 🤣 One of my sons used to bake cookies for everyone as Christmas gifts though as a teenager so at least he learned some useful skills!
Another great video! LOVE this series! I have my wrapping station set up and have about 50% of my shopping done. Unfortunately I lost a few weeks to a horrible flu, oh well, Im getting there. I will decorate this weekend.Have a great weekend! tfs 😍
Aww thanks @JunkJournalTreasures! There’s never a ‘good time’ to be ill but it always feels worse when we’re busy. Hoping you’re on the mend now 🤞
Thank you again for some great tips! I just had two weeks where I could not do anything because of catching a bad flu bug (cold, cough etc.) from my 4 year old grandson. I watch him a few days a week so my schedule bounces around him. This week, I watched him 3 days in a row. Anyhow, now I feel behind because of being ill and being there for him - but my grandson is most important thing. This morning, I am going out for the first time in 2 weeks and will try to pick up gifts for my step-granddaughter and son in law. Then I only have my hubby left to buy for. I am also behind on my other gifts (I make handmade cards and candles) so hopefully this weekend I can catch up on that. Every year I say I will be done with handmade by September. Next year, it will be June! LOL
It’s all about doing what’s important to you and being able to spend time with family sounds like the perfect way to create joy, especially little ones at this time of year 🥰