Journal Your Christmas Giveaway

My family all agreed to buy all of our gifts on craigslist and $10 or under. I think it will be fun, economical and 'green'. yay!

Since I am spending Christmas at my sons' this year, I am trying to to make little treasures to occupy the kids and keep things lite..and bright!

I am going to get my shopping done EARLY so that I can enjoy the entire season....

My plan for a more 'sane' Christmas this year is to stay in the moment more! I tend to get carried away with "one more gift", "one more decoration" and "one more party"...not this year! We're going to simplify the process, enjoy each day and OH YEAH...document it all with December Daily!

Keeping it low key this year. Simple Christmas dinner with family, lots of relaxation, and traveling only to a minimum. Enjoying the true spirit of Christmas with my family and close friends.

This year we're focusing more on experiences. Making cookies, time with family,etc. I don't want Christmas for the kids to be all about the presents, so I'm trying to emphasize the togetherness and family aspects this year.

I'm going to try and be better with planning. Christmas for me is a pretty low key time as it's just me and my 2 boys and family are abroad. I'm going to try and do a December Daily Album, I think the boys would love it.
I would love to do this class, I'm a fan of Shimelle's creations and her blog. Thanks for the contest :)
Karen

This year will be crazier than normal as it's our turn (and first time ever) to host turkey dinner.
Wish me luck!

I am making plans now for the fun activities for the kids-making Christmas crafts, making the gingerbread house... I usually do it all last minute. I'm already gathering supplies an getting it ready.

We are having smaller, and more simple expectations this year that I think will help keep us in the spirit. And keep us mindful of what we are celebrating. I am really looking foward to Christmas this year!
tammy t

I am about to have twins (due 12/15) so I know my holidays will be simplified just by knowing that caring for newborns will limit what we can do. I am looking forward to an intimate Christmas season with immediate family and the new babies!

Lists and budgeting...hope it helps!

We are planning to spend Christmas morning at home, just the four of us. It will give us a more relaxed start to the day as well as some precious time alone with the kids.

Since I work in retail, I both love and hate the holidays at the same time. I have found that 1) lists are my friends, 2)if I involve my husband in the planning of our holiday friends party--he helps out more, and 3)try to only do my favorite traditions. I have some of my creative gifts done already! Woo Hoo!

I plan to create a more sane holiday season by writing down little notes of what I did each day, so even if I can't write down a full description of the day I can remember for later.

I am going to have a new baby in the next couple of weeks, so I doubt my holidays are going to be anything but crazy, however, I'm planning on relaxing and just enjoying it all... no matter how many days the child keeps me up :)
xoxo,
christen

hey ali! i'm really excited this christmas because its the first one where handmade presents are goin to be involved. i really have become obsessed with making things lately and i think its making me a more happier person. this holiday season on making more lists, more daily planning, and just going to try and focus on family and friends. i want to document the fun things and the little stuff that people don't always recongize. i am joining in on december daily and i would love to win a spot in the online class. way fun! thanks

My plan to make Christmas more sane is to start sooner with everything. I'm planning to go ahead and decorate before Thanksgiving too.
Sara :)

our goal is to not get caught up in the whirlwind of the holidays. we plan on decorating more simply, buying fewer gifts, and enjoying each other more.

Not only am I going to start and complete my December Daily 2009 .... I am going to simplify and create a calendar of the "want to completes".... for the holidays, hopefully that will help streamline my crazy schedule and help me with some focus! Thanks for the inspiration!