Every year, I find myself tangled in a web of holiday mishaps that I end up regretting. But this time, I’ve decided to take a different approach. This year, I will be more intentional and avoid the pitfalls of past Christmas seasons. Here’s a list of 13 things I’ll steer clear of this festive period:
- Crafting Handmade Gifts: While gifts made with love can be heartfelt, they don’t always hit the mark unless the recipient is a family member who’s been naughty.
- Cursing While Decorating: I will refrain from unleashing my frustrations in front of my kids as I untangle lights. It’s important to maintain a festive spirit, even during the chaos of decorating.
- Exposing My Budget: Leaving my holiday budget spreadsheet open for all to see is a surefire way to invite a lecture on overspending. Let’s keep those discussions private.
- Buying Thoughtless Gifts for Family: A “New Jersey Sights” calendar for my mother-in-law? Probably not the best idea. Some things are better left unwrapped.
- Attempting Gingerbread House Projects: I’ve learned the hard way that using icing as glue is a recipe for disaster—literally and figuratively!
- Investing in Educational Toys: My storage space can’t handle another unopened science kit or math game collecting dust.
- Relying on My Partner for Tree Care: Expecting my spouse to remember to water the Christmas tree is unrealistic when he often forgets to feed our dog!
- Making Sugar-Free Cookies: Handing out sugar-free treats as gifts has proven to be a friendship hazard.
- Subtle Gift Hints: I’ve realized that dropping hints about my Christmas wishes is futile; subtlety seems to be lost on him.
- Wearing a Wool Turtleneck to Mass: I won’t make the experience even longer by dressing in something that’s too warm and uncomfortable.
- Searching for Batteries at Midnight: Waiting until 10 PM on Christmas Eve to rummage through junk drawers for batteries is a recipe for disappointment on Christmas morning.
- Leaving My Dog Alone with Cookies: I must remember to keep the cookies out of reach from my pup—enough said!
- Turning Off “A Christmas Story”: I will keep the classic movie playing all day long because Christmas isn’t complete without Ralphie and his Red Ryder BB gun adventures.
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In summary, this holiday season, I am committed to making smarter choices and avoiding the pitfalls that have plagued me in the past. Here’s to a stress-free and joyful Christmas!
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