You should always prep and be ready ahead of time. It is of course, easier said than done. Besides work and family, I am truly lucky that the holidays are always more full than not. There is always something to do, people to see and places to be. I try to do it all and while I know that I/we can’t it is always a let down to leave something undone, or under-attended.

Here’s my short list and reminders (to me and you.)

• Plan early.
• Do what you can ahead of time.
• Say yes and go.
• If you really can’t make it, don’t say maybe.

Don’t let FOMO get to you. There may be a day when you just need to stay close to home.

As we get closer and closer – just a few more weeks to go – it is important to prep and be ready. If you are not already, do whatever you can each day. Little bits of time here and there make a huge difference. Do not take on any major projects. That can wait. It really (really) can. There…don’t you feel better already?

~ Dawn aka Hat Girl