My answer to the question, “Are you planning happy holidays?” has always been yes. But the truth of the matter was a lot different for many years.
“I hoped for happy holidays, but I hadn’t planned for them.”
Planning? It seemed like a buzz kill. But nothing can destroy the joy of the holiday season like a failure to plan.
Being the only mom whose child didn’t wear dress clothes for an event (when that was clearly spelled out in the email I was sent) is not fun.
Rushing through the grocery store to get materials for the cookies that are supposed to be delivered in an hour? Also not fun.
Feeling like the holidays are somehow disappointing again didn’t make me happy either.
Then I discovered the power of planning for moms like me. You know, the distracted ones who overdo it and end up forgetting things and stressing out.
If that’s you, I encourage you to read my post on how planning can rescue your holidays from embarrassment, guilt, and frustration this year.
Planning, as you’ll learn at Life of a Homeschool Mom, doesn’t have to be a buzz kill. In fact, planning can be easier than the willy-nilly, spontaneous, putting-out-fires approach you’ve been using.
Planning doesn’t have to take away from your style, your personality, or the joy of the moment. Planning allows you to enjoy being you, guilt-free.
Holiday Planning at Life of a Homeschool Mom
Many weeks ago, Heather Bowen of Life of a Homeschool Mom asked if would like to contribute to her holiday series. I said yes and put it on the calendar. The post was due well ahead of time. As I wrote it in advance, I found myself walking the talk. I began planning my holidays early and loving it! If you want to have more peace and joy this holiday season despite the squirrels that distract us, begin your planning by reading my post and picking up your copy of the Organized Homeschool Life. You’ll be so glad you did.
