I'm Making a List
And Avoiding Everything
If I’m being honest, I’ve spent my morning procrastinating sending out this newsletter. Since Christmas is approaching, I’m obsessing over making lists. I love shopping (shocking) for Christmas presents. My dad used to give himself presents on Christmas and label them “To: Bill, From: Santa” and he would say “Oh, look what Santa got me, how nice.” I believed him for a long time and was jealous Santa liked him so much. So I am now following his lead and giving myself presents too (hehe)! But, this requires planning, list making, and budgeting (woof). Who do I need to buy things for? What do I want to put on my own wish list? What makes sense and I’ll get good use out of or absolutely love? Should I wait for Black Friday to buy certain things or buy them now (this requires research on Black Friday sales)? For certain items, is it better to shop after Christmas (i.e. Christmas decor, ornaments, etc)? When do I need to order things in time for them to get here for me to wrap and deliver?
I’ve worn myself out from thinking and planning so much this morning. The lists will marinate and wait for a while before I act on them and then I will religiously track everything like I’m running Santa’s Workshop out of my house. This allows for less stress before the holidays, the ability to put out any fires needed in ample time before Christmas, and plenty of time to hunt and problem solve if shopping doesn’t go according to plan. Freaking out and having a meltdown or anxiety attack is what I’m avoiding so I’m not horizontal or in fetal position come Christmas.
Also, when is acceptable to start decorating for Christmas? Decorations seem to be going up around town earlier and earlier every year, which makes me feel behind and like I need to get my shit together. Anyone?
Here are this week’s decor finds…
1. Rosa Plate 2. Personalized Decorative Ruffle Pillowcase 3. Ivy Rattan Tray 4. Wave Rattan Mirror 5. Seagrass Round Placemat 6. Not A Morning Person Coffee Mug 7. Personalized Toiletry Bag 8. Buttercup Brass Wall Sconce 9. Croc Chop Vegetable Chopper & Slicer 10. Ribbon Serving Tray 11. Chantilly Vine Tablecloth 12. Yucca Botanical Decoupage Tray 13. Custom Icons Pillow 14. Book Box 15. Le Verre Petit Glasses 16. Cushion Chianti
Here is this week’s Holiday Munch…
1. Lit Punched Paper Stars 2. Glowing Led Sphere 3. Twinkle Gold Outdoor String Lights 4. Illuminated Led Vine Tabletop Tree 5. Toy Soldier Christmas Stocking 6. Figural Santa Mug 7. Christmas Tree Glass Pitcher 8. Marilyn Red Bow Dinner & Starter Plates 9. Metal Christmas Tree Figure 10. Natural Pinecone Tree 11. Illuminated Led Winter Half Tree 12. Holiday Tablescape Paperless Post 13. Solar Led Winter Tree
Here are this week’s fashion finds…
1. Arket Wool Blend Rib Oversized Sweater with Shawl Collar 2. Women's Long Puffer Vest 3. FRAME Le Slim Palazzo Jeans 4. Midi Shirt Dress ZW Collection 5. Jacquard Animal Print Lapel Sweater 6. Ellie Faux Fur Coat 7. House of Harlow 1960 Valentina Gown 8. The Puffy Initial Necklace 9. Sherpa Fleece Pullover 10. Faux Fur Eliza Collar 11. Snake Scarves Black Pleated Pants 12. Arket Oversized Knit Midaxi Dress
To make things easier, I have created a ShopMy Page with all the goodies from today’s newsletter and previous newsletters. Full disclosure, I may earn a small commission from a retailer if you make a purchase through any of the affiliate links sprinkled throughout this newsletter. As always, if you need help finding something or need ideas for a project, feel free to reach out!
Current Obsessions
-Lavish upper east side house
-Cable networks are slowly fading
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