One important aspect of Christmas planning is to write down your dreams, desires, and disappointments. This includes reflecting on Christmases past, Christmas present, and Christmas future. Each journaling prompt is in two parts. With the first question, you should reflect
Category: Christmas Journaling
Christmas 2020 Reflections
Christmas Day 2019 was just a few days ago, and now it is time to start thinking about Christmas 2020! Some of you are thinking it is not time to start planning for Christmas 2020 yet, but in reality, it
Traveling at Christmas
Traveling during the Christmas season has both its rewards and challenges. For many, traveling to see family and friends is part of their Christmas tradition, but many times the journey to get there can be less than enjoyable. The questions
Activities at Christmas
Activities play an important role in celebrating the Christmas season because they allow us to actively participate in functions that bring out the true meaning of Christmas for us. What activities are a must do each Christmas for you and
Entertaining
Entertaining during Christmas can take on many forms. Invitations to parties, parties you host, family holiday get-togethers, etc. We might not consider many things we do entertaining but, for our planning purposes, any event you are hosting where you invite
Decorating
Decorating at Christmas can be simple or elaborate – the choice is yours. Be truthful with yourself because, if you do not like decorating the whole house, you either need to delegate the duties or just decorate a small portion
December Dinners
December is a time filled with many activities. Our time runs short when it comes to cooking dinner every day. If you want to save money during December, plan your December dinners and don’t get caught up in the “let’s
Baking and Cooking
Baking plays an important part in the Christmas holiday. It reminds all our senses that this is a special time of year. Our noses take in the aroma of freshly-baked cookies. Our mouths taste the creamy, smooth texture of fudge.
Mailing and Postage
Mailing packages at Christmas time can cause many budgets to go right out the door. It is one expense that many of us do not think about until it is time to go to the post office. If you have
Christmas Crafting
Crafts are not only a wonderful way to give people a part of you at Christmas, but also a way to help save money. As you complete this journaling challenge, remember that “crafts” can mean different things to different people.