7 Ways to Simplify Your Holiday Gift Giving
November 15, 2007
The holidays are supposed to be a time of joy and sharing. But for some of us our gift giving traditions have become so stressful and budget breaking that it’s almost impossible to recognize the true meaning of the holidays anymore. Here are a few tips to help you simplify your gift giving!
1. Set limits on the gifts for kids. It’s so tempting to give your kids lots of gifts. But when you do, you are actually teaching them to expect that every year. The best gift you can give your kids is to teach them that the true meaning of the holidays is to give of yourself to others, be with people you love. It’s not supposed to be about how many gifts you get.
2. One of the biggest sources of holiday stress is overspending. Make a list of everyone you want to give a gift to and set a budget that allows you to celebrate the holidays without creating a financial hardship. Continue Reading
FREE Organizing Tools on the Web
November 14, 2007
If you are looking for free tools that can help you get organized, there are many options available on the web!
Here are just a few:
Cozi – Designed to assist the modern family on-the-go, this site tracks activities, schedules, and shopping for each family member…and it can be managed on your PC, web browser, or mobile phone! Account sign-up is required.
HassleMe – A tool which randomly nags you via email about things you know you should be doing. It can be used for individuals or groups of people like families or offices. HassleMe doesn’t require an account set-up! Just input the hassle, how often you want to be hassled, and the email address(es) to send the hassle. Continue Reading
Hacking the Holidays: Put the Name on the Gift Tag, Not the Gift
November 13, 2007
The holiday catalogs are rolling in, along with the offers for personalization – sometimes at no extra charge. Wouldn’t your child love to have his or her name on that sleeping bag, bathrobe, or backpack?
Here’s a suggestion: don’t do it! Continue Reading