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Do These 5 Things Before January 1st

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We understand that this is one of the craziest times of the year, so we thought of  5 things to do before January 1st to simplify & close out 2009. I mean you know pretty clearly what shopping you have left to do,  what family obligations you have to handle, and all the fabulous parties you will attend or host.  But these 5 things are really just about you.

1. Take 20-30 minutes to count your blessings. If you haven’t already stop sit and drink a cup of hot chocolate or tea and relax, thinking of all the things that made this year worthwhile.  Focus on the positive and leave the challenges behind, as 2010 will surely bring its own batch of fires to extinguish.

2. One night this week, pop the family in the car for a winter wonderland tour of the neighborhood lights with a round of hot chocolate or warm cider for everyone.

3. Instead of gift exchange with friends, get together for a lunch somewhere to laugh and catch up.  Your time these days is valuable enough, and the memories you’ll share are precious. Just be sure to do it before the kids get out of school this week, or it probably won’t happen (and don’t try to do it with the kids, it’s not the same).

4. Clean out the clutter now. I know everyone thinks of starting their clean up for the New Year BUT if you start some of it now, the easy stuff like drawers or closets, you will feel so much better going into 2010.

5. Make a list of what you want to accomplish in 2010, but focus on your wishes and not tasks.  Avoiding the specific details gives you time to work out how to accomplish them, and avoids setting yourself up for failure because you didn’t hop right to some specific task on January 2nd.  Keep to a high level and you’ll be ready for them on January 1st!

We have so much to share with you in the New Year and we can’t wait! Until then have a peaceful & blessed holiday ~ Carrie & Marla