So tis the season to be jolly right? Or is it the season to run thy neighbor off the road? That's what almost happened to me last week....twice! I really don't like being on the roads or in the stores when it gets close to Christmas. Shopping around this time of year can knock the Christmas spirit right out of you. Here are a few tips to get you through if you have more shopping to do.
1. Do your online research and make a list. That way you know exactly where you need to go instead of searching from store to store. This will also help you formulate a budget.
2. Eat a good breakfast and take a snack like a cereal bar with you. People tend to be cranky when they are hungry.
3. Go as early as you can.
4. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Ladies leave the big purse home.
5. If possible leave the kids at home. They are cute but let's face it they can slow you down.
6. Don't take things personal. The pushing and rudeness is not a personal attach on you. People are just frantic because they are not done their shopping.
7. Be careful and be aware of your surroundings.
8. Remember that the season is about family and sharing not about the "stuff".
9. Don't let others steal your joy (from my hubby the day I came home after barely avoiding 2 accidents).
10. If all else fails go to your local supermarket pick up a few gift cards from the "Gift Card Kiosk" (I love that thing), an apple pie, some vanilla ice cream then go home!
