Holiday Checklist - 12 Tips To Stay Organized

Ho ho ho! Have you checked off YOUR lists? Don't end up on the naughty list.

Here are some quick reminders of things to consider:

1. Make holiday reservations be sure to remember the pets.
2. While present shopping, remember the boxes, tissue paper, wrapping paper, tape and
   lots of batteries.
3. Reserve tickets for special holiday events before they sell out.
4. If traveling by car, plan for oil change and car check.
5. Make hair cut and beauty appointments.
6. If traveling, make sure you have enough prescriptions.
7. Remember Champagne  and cider for the New Year.
8. Order turkeys, ham, cakes, pies and yule logs.
9. Polish silver.
10. Iron tablecloths and napkins, create or purchase centerpiece.
11. Mark your calendar with any special events for school, church or community.
12. Mark your calendar with a date to visit Santa.

Rachel Seavey, Professional Organizer
I am located in Pleasanton Ca, and serve the San Francisco Bay Area.
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Christmas Holiday Gift Checklist

Tis the season to be jolly ... until you get your credit card bill!

A great way to remember what you got for people and what you still need to get, is by creating a simple checklist. You can do this in excel, word or on a notebook with a pencil.
The categories are as follows:

TO:	FROM:	GIFT:	DELIVERED?	BUDGET	COST
FRED	BARNEY	DINO	FEDEX	$30	$24
BETTY	WILMA	PAN	HAND	$30	$42.99
			TOTAL	$60	$66.99

By keeping track of what you spend visually, it can help you curb your spending appetite. It is easy to get carried away shopping for everyone you know, finding the best deal and going into shopping overload.

Why do I write about shopping when I urge my clients not to shop? Around the holiday season we feel inclined to shop for those we care for. Instead of pretending that folks aren't shopping, I would like to address this head on, make a plan and move on.

Most importantly, for every item you buy yourself, bring the equivalent amount of items out immediately.
If you buy one blouse, grab an old blouse (before you even hang the new one up), go to a box marked "Donate" place the old one inside, and then hang the new one up.

Control your clutter, your time, and your financial freedom!

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