Christmas in July day 12 — Creating a Holiday Budget Early
Even a very simple holiday budget can reduce a lot of stress later on.
You don’t need exact numbers yet. Just categories like:
gifts
food
décor
entertaining
Starting now gives you time.
Christmas in July day 11 — Collecting Simple Hosting Ideas
If you host during the holidays, starting early can make a huge difference.
Today could simply be about collecting ideas you like:
table settings
easy appetizers
simple desserts
decorating inspiration
No pressure to decide yet.
Christmas in July day 10 — Movie Night #2
The Noel Diary - 2022
It’s about going home, dealing with memories, and reconnecting with parts of the past.
It’s slower-paced and works well for a calm evening.
Appetizer idea: Whipped ricotta with honey and toast.
Mocktail: Peach iced tea with sparkling water is light and easy.
Christmas in July day 9 — Planning Simple Holiday Meals
Today could just be about thinking realistically about what meals you actually enjoy making.
Simple food usually creates a calmer atmosphere anyway.
Christmas in July day 8 — Building a Christmas Pantry Slowly
Buying everything for Christmas all at once can get expensive quickly.
Starting a small pantry now helps spread things out (remember to check expiration dates).
You can slowly pick up:
baking ingredients
hot chocolate
spices
napkins
candles
Small purchases over time feel much easier.
Christmas in July day 7 — Simple Freezer Baking Ideas
One of the easiest ways to reduce stress at Christmas is freezer baking.
Even if you only make one or two things ahead later on, it still helps.
Today could just be about researching recipes that freeze well.
Things like:
cookie dough
squares
muffins
pie crusts
Goodmorning - was a too hot week.
Went back to work last Thursday after 1,5 week vacation - was glad to spend the day with a/c.
Grandkids came for supper Thursday with ds. Friday they left for the weekend with friends - camping. DH took the dog out for walks during the weekend.
Weekend was slow- some housechores, chatting with neighbors, relaxing, reading. Sunday night at restaurant with sil, bil and bil's sister.
Let's join Sandra at Diary of a Stay at Home Mom
Weather this week
WEEK 2 — Kitchen & Planning Ahead
Christmas in July day 6 — Starting a Christmas Recipe List
Some might be family traditions and some might be new things you want to try.
Having a list early means you’re not scrambling in December trying to remember everything.
