Let’s face it. When you have a large family, it can take a military style operation just to get to the store! And keeping your kids out of mischief while you’re there can sometimes be an even bigger challenge. It’s quicker, easier, and somewhat cheaper to do it when you’re on your… Read More
We’re almost there and not flustered at all! We have a couple of days left before the big day itself so we’ll be using them to tie up any loose ends and deal with the last-minute practicalities. Week 10 (w/c 23/12): Use these last couple of days to get in any of… Read More
Week 9? Already? That means Christmas is only a week away! Stating the obvious I know, but it seems like only yesterday that I began this countdown and now it’s almost ended. That came around quick! Week 9 (w/c 16/12): So, how are we doing? Your home should be looking festive, your Christmas Day… Read More
Can you believe that in just over two weeks it will all be over? Yes, that’s all the time we have left now, but hopefully we’re well on track and not feeling flustered at all. Week 8 (w/c 09/12): How is the gift list going? Have you worked your way through most of… Read More
It’s December and it feels like Christmas is finally nearing. The transition from November to December brings a sudden urgency for some people to get prepared – but not for us because our preparations are well under way, aren’t they? Week 7 (w/c 02/12): As we are now into December we can… Read More
We have a month left until the big day and all the little steps we’ve taken so far should have us feeling relatively relaxed and reassured that everything is in hand. Week 6 (w/c 25/11): Avoid the hustle and bustle and plan on having your main Christmas groceries delivered to your door this… Read More