Half way point........wow, that went fast, it always does, doesn't it? I am feeling pretty good so far. I talked to my sister this weekend. We always switch every other year hosting Christmas. This year was to be her year, but since she is going through a pretty nasty divorce, wasn't sure what times she would have my niece and nephew, being in a new apartment, finances tight for her, etc....she was not sure if she was going to host or if I was. She has finally decided that she would host. I was a bit bummed, because I enjoy hosting and not traveling (it is only an hour each way) but it is her year and I understand. This does take some of the self imposed pressure off of me to have the house looking "perfect". But I am continuing on with the plan as though I am hosting. I do enjoy it, and it would not be to shocking if she changed her mind last minute. Here are my goals and updates for the week:
Updates:
Bonus room - almost completed! Bins have been carried to the attic, shelves have been organized and dusted, vacuuming is completed. The only outstanding task is getting rid of an old, broken recliner that is in there. I called our trash hauler and they said it would be $75 for them to take it away. I spoke to DH and he said no way, he will burn it (we live in the country and can do this safely). I am giving him one week. If it is not done I am booking the haul away.
Delegating tasks - I spoke with DD and DH with my planner in hand. Cue the eyes rolling from them. I told them what I would like to see them do. Their list is pretty much just a list for Christmas week. They each have one task, each day for maintenance cleaning. Not bad at all. I posted it on the fridge. We will see.
Living room - I sorted the magazine rack. Amazing how many magazines accumulate there because I want to save one recipe, one design idea, etc. I went through them, ripped out what I wanted to and added to tear file. DH removed the window AC's and I cleaned the windows and steamed the curtains.
To do:
- Make a master baking supply list and schedule a cookie baking date. If I do not add a date to the calendar it will get filled with something else.
- Christmas cards - the only cards that I still need to address are for the MHH card exchange. Once I get those I will be able to complete.
- Stocking stuffers - my DD stocking is complete EXCEPT for a google play gift card. I will pick this up on Friday when I get paid. I also have to get a few things for my DH stocking. We decided not to exchange gifts this year, which is just fine by me, but I do want to get him a few things for his stocking.