5 Ways to Simplify the Holidays 1. Have a plan: avoid wasting time and making unnecessary trips to the store by preparing your menu, making shopping lists, and adding events that you plan to attend to your calendar. 2. Don't wait until the last minute: send out cards and shop early to avoid the rush so you have more time to relax and enjoy the season. 3. Give 'consumable' gifts: instead of adding to someone else's clutter with a gift you're not sure they would like, give consumable items such as cookies, special coffees, or gift cards. 4. Simplify your schedule: it's okay to not attend every party, potluck, dinner, gift exchange, and cookie bake-off to which you are invited. Saying 'no' to some things gives you more time to do the things you love most. 5. Remember the true meaning of the holidays: instead of focusing on creating the 'perfect' holiday, remember to enjoy celebrating the days with the people you love. Contact Jen Starbuck today at phone: 303.909.6318 email: jen@starbuckorganizing.com website: www.starbuckorganizing.com   Helping clients create more time and space for what really matters in life. We provide residential and small business organizing services to the Denver metro area and beyond. Affiliated With... © Starbuck Organizing & Design, LLC, 2007 www.starbuckorganizing.com