So here we are. Down to the one week mark. Sure it's technically 8 days until Christmas (7-1/2)... but if we aren't ready in one week, we never will be.
I may have been a little too relaxed about Christmas this year and am finding myself in a bit of a pickle. So much to do, so little time. The difference for me this year is realizing that the important things get done, time moves on, and if I take time to relax, the world won't end.
Slow and steady will win this race against time, it will get done, presents will find themselves under the tree. We've seen so many of our wonderful friends, done the cookie exchange, Christmas concert, etc. And I have enjoyed every minute this year... and let myself enjoy it without the pressure of what's next bearing down on me. And I don't lay awake at night worrying about the piles of money that I have spent, sure I've spent money, but I know where every penny has gone and haven't done all that much damage.
Please if you find yourself stressed out... remember this, you are a fantastic person, but you are not all that powerful - you can't make or break Christmas, it will happen even if you mess up. The biggest gift you can give yourself and your family is a peaceful, happy home.
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