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After Christmas Organizing
by Barbara Myers - barbmyers@adelphia.net
Description: Tips for organizing for next year's Christmas season.
The gifts have been opened. Leftovers chill in
the fridge. Before you start focusing on the
new year, try these tips to organize next Christmas.
1. Make a list of people who sent you Christmas
cards. Add anyone else you'll send cards to next
year. Input the list into your computer. Shop for
cards at after Christmas sales.
2. Check your inventory of wrapping supplies.
Buy them now at 70% off in most stores.
3. Make sure you have enough storage containers
for all your decorations. Storage supplies go on
sale every January.
4. Open your planner. Start a shopping list for next
Christmas. List names. Shop or at least note gift
ideas throughout the year.
5. Establish a budget for next Christmas. Include
gifts, cards, postage, shipping costs, gift wrap,
special meals, holiday clothing and baking supplies.
Set up a savings account and arrange for monthly
direct deposit.
6. Ask family members what were their favorite and
least favorite activities this season. Make a note to
focus on preferences and eliminate the least-liked
next year.
7. Write Christmas goals in your 2003 planner. For
example, July 15th, complete gift list; October 15th,
address cards; November 15th, finish shopping;
December 8th, reward self with spa day.
Barbara Myers is a speaker, author and professional
organizer. FREE "50 Ways to Manage Your Time"
tips booklet. Visit http://www.ineedmoretime.com.
Check out Barbara's E-Books: Simply Organize Your Home, Simply Organize Your Kids,
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