The madness has officially launched. Black Friday saw record crowds, traffic has picked up and people are driving like maniacs! It makes me want to retreat even more and relish the innocence and peace that the season intends. I will take out of the way back roads so I am not frustrated by crazy drivers, I will avoid the malls and strive to truly manage what I need to accomplish but I will most importantly, prioritize and pick and choose what commitments I will make to holiday gatherings. I will carefully consider what is best for myself and my children and family versus over-committing and having unrealistic expectations for my children to adapt. We can't do it all, so it will be my job to help to trim the list of to do's.
What will you do to prepare for the holidays? I challenge you to ask yourself (before making any commitment to anyone) is this activity, request, gathering, event an absolute yes and a family centered activity for my family or should I pass? Trust me, if it's not an absolute yes, it's a no.
Do yourself a favor. Be kind to your fellow shoppers and especially to your retail employees. Be patient, let others go before you, play some Christmas music and be festive. It only takes one to start a ripple effect!
Make it a great week!
Deck those halls!
Warmly,
Andrea
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