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Are you excited for Christmas Eve yet? We know we are! This is why we have put together the quintessential Christmas list to make sure you don’t miss out on anything amidst the stresses and holiday hysteria. And hey, even Santa understands the power of lists to remind him who’s been naughty or nice!
Last-minute Decorations
Whether you have yet to put up your Christmas tree or are looking for more ornaments to hang around your home, don’t forget that the basics will go a long way in transforming your home into a mini winter wonderland. The basics are, of course, the Christmas tree, stockings for keeping your family members’ presents, a festive wreathe on your door, a branch of mistletoe hanging somewhere intimate and cozy, and colorful Christmas lights.
Double-check Presents
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Are you done with your Christmas shopping? To help you double check the presents you’ll be giving away to loved ones, you can create a list with their names and respective gifts on it. Alternatively, if you’re the type to recycle gifts, you can also keep a list of presents you’ve received to avoid the embarrassment of unwittingly sending a gift right back to the person who gave it to you. Now that’s embarrassing!
Bake Goodies
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Santa isn’t the only one who loves munching on gooey cookies with a warm glass of milk in the middle of the night. Bake these delicious cookies with a Christmas twist and stay up until midnight to open presents! Now your kids will have something to do while waiting for Santa to climb through the window or come down the chimney, if your home has one.
Prepare a Christmas Playlist
Finally, play some holiday tunes in the background! Your playlist can be a mix of classic Christmas carols or some of the latest holiday pop songs.
What else do we need to prepare for this Christmas? Share your thoughts with us; we’d love to hear from you!