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We know this is early, but as people start to think about the holidays we wanted to share some ways to plan ahead and have the best holiday season with your family. We find we get so busy sometimes we forget to enjoy it, so we are forced to sit and plan out holiday activities, especially with the kids. Here are some ideas from our family to yours 😀. 1) Check out some Christmas Markets, many of them have delicious home made baked goods and drinks and the atmosphere really brings the spirit. 2) Check out the Zoo lights. Always amazing! 3) Take a day trip to Banff and visit the Spirit or Christmas store and get some new decor and ornaments for the tree. 4) Buy tickets to the Polar Express train ride at Aspen Crossing in Mossleigh, only a 45-60 minute drive out of Calgary. 5) Nothing like a Griswold family Christmas. Get a tree cutting permit and take the family to cut down your very own tree for the holidays. 6) Search online for some cool advent calendars to suite every taste and style. We love the Christmas Lego and the chocolate ones 😀. Brings excitement each morning. 7) Don’t forget Elf on a Shelf comes in December and he gets creative in the middle of the night. 8) Take a sleigh ride in the mountains there are lots of options available. 9) Get old school and buy some nice Christmas cards, actually write in them, and mail them out to family and friends. 10) Watch some old Christmas classic movies while enjoying some home made baked Christmas cookies and treats. #Christmas #holidays #holidayactivities

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🎄 38 Days Until Christmas! 🎄 Hey Calgary moms! Can you believe the holidays are just around the corner? With only 38 days left, life might feel like a whirlwind of shopping lists, school concerts, and figuring out how to host that big family gathering at your place. ✨ Have you got it all sorted yet? If not, don’t stress—here’s a quick checklist to help you get prepped without losing your holiday spirit: ✅ 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 Create a gift list and budget. Take advantage of holiday sales and discounts. ✅ 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙐𝙥 𝙤𝙣 𝙀𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙨 Buy wrapping supplies, holiday décor, and non-perishable groceries early to avoid last-minute runs. ✅ 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙥 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙂𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙨 Schedule a furnace tune-up to ensure comfortable temperatures. Check or replace your air filters to keep your indoor air fresh and healthy for loved ones. Consider getting ducts cleaned and sealed to improve airflow and reduce allergens. ✅ 𝘿𝙚𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙃𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙨 Start decorating with your family to spread holiday cheer. 🎅 Consider having a space or patio heater for outdoor gatherings. ✅ 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙛-𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙆𝙚𝙮 Take breaks and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa—you’ve earned it! ☕ Busy moms like you make the holidays magical. Let us help you make your home ready for the season, so you can focus on what matters most—making memories with your loved ones. 🎁 What’s your top holiday prep tip? Share below! ⬇️ #CalgaryMoms #HolidayPrep #CountdownToChristmas #ComfortAndJoy

Creating a Rest from the Christmas Chaos 🌱 The holiday season is often a whirlwind of activities—shopping, decorating, hosting, and endless to-do lists. While it’s a time of joy and togetherness, it can also bring stress and overwhelm. That’s why carving out intentional moments of rest is not just a luxury—it’s essential. How to Create a Rest from the Christmas Chaos: 🧠Prioritise Quiet Time: Set aside specific moments each day to pause. Whether it’s ten minutes of journaling, a walk outside, or sipping tea in silence, these moments can ground you amidst the hustle. ✅Set Boundaries: Say yes to the events that truly bring you joy and decline those that feel more like obligations. It’s okay to prioritise your well-being. 🌀Simplify Your Holiday Approach: You don’t need to do it all. Focus on what matters most—whether that’s fewer, more meaningful gifts or simpler decorations that feel festive without being overwhelming. By intentionally creating moments of rest, you give yourself the space to experience the joy, warmth, and connection that Christmas is truly about.

Can you believe it’s almost Christmas? Every year, it sneaks up on us with that same magical vibe, but this time, it's got me reflecting a little deeper. As I walk along the beach in South Florida, I can’t help but notice the holiday spirit alive all around me. The twinkling lights on palm trees and surfboards adorned with festive decorations create a tropical winter wonderland! More than just a season of giving, this time of year is an opportunity for us to connect and celebrate what truly matters: family, friends, and community. In just 25 days, we’ll be unwrapping gifts and sharing laughter—but let’s not forget all those moments leading up to it! Getting lost in shopping lists and holiday parties can be so easy. Instead, why not take some time to enjoy the simple things? A cozy book by the beach or singing along to your favorite tunes can bring joy too! Think about how you can create connections this holiday season. What will you do differently this year? Let’s share some ideas below! Happy holidays in advance! #ChristmasCountdown #ConnectionMatters #HolidaySpirit #Christmas #memories

Christmas is coming … If you are the owner of a holiday let, now that half term has been and gone, your thoughts are likely to be turning to the next significant milestone in the letting calendar. It’s another big one – Christmas and New Year. Hopefully the diary is already full or nearly so. If it isn’t then maybe you are thinking “what can I do?” Perhaps, when taking stock after half term, you might have thought that your holiday let could do with a bit of an upgrade or even simply being dressed for Christmas and New Year. If this sounds like you don’t despair - preparing your holiday let for Christmas is the topic for this month’s Blog. What are your plans for Christmas and New Year? Do you have a holiday let? #holidaylet #selfcatering

🎄 38 Days Until Christmas! 🎄 Hey Calgary moms! Can you believe the holidays are just around the corner? With only 38 days left, life might feel like a whirlwind of shopping lists, school concerts, and figuring out how to host that big family gathering at your place. ✨ Have you got it all sorted yet? If not, don’t stress—here’s a quick checklist to help you get prepped without losing your holiday spirit: ✅ 𝙋𝙡𝙖𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘾𝙝𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙢𝙖𝙨 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙥𝙥𝙞𝙣𝙜 Create a gift list and budget. Take advantage of holiday sales and discounts. ✅ 𝙎𝙩𝙤𝙘𝙠 𝙐𝙥 𝙤𝙣 𝙀𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙨 Buy wrapping supplies, holiday décor, and non-perishable groceries early to avoid last-minute runs. ✅ 𝙋𝙧𝙚𝙥 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙃𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙂𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙨 Schedule a furnace tune-up to ensure comfortable temperatures. Check or replace your air filters to keep your indoor air fresh and healthy for loved ones. Consider getting ducts cleaned and sealed to improve airflow and reduce allergens. ✅ 𝘿𝙚𝙘𝙠 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙃𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙨 Start decorating with your family to spread holiday cheer. 🎅 Consider having a space or patio heater for outdoor gatherings. ✅ 𝙎𝙚𝙡𝙛-𝘾𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙆𝙚𝙮 Take breaks and enjoy a cup of hot cocoa—you’ve earned it! ☕ Busy moms like you make the holidays magical. Let us help you make your home ready for the season, so you can focus on what matters most—making memories with your loved ones. 🎁 What’s your top holiday prep tip? Share below! ⬇️ #CalgaryMoms #HolidayPrep #CountdownToChristmas #ComfortAndJoy

It’s that time of year again—the most wonderful time of the year, or so the song goes! But for many, the holiday season can feel more overwhelming than joyful. Whether it’s the stress of digging out decorations or the pressure of hosting, it’s easy to feel pulled in too many directions. This year, let’s change that narrative!Embrace the holiday spirit without the chaos. 🔹 SET THE TONE Make a list of the must haves for the holiday. Pick one or two and really lean into them and enjoy them. I like to ask each of my family members what one thing or food or tradition they need to make it really feel like Christmas and I focus on making this part great- and letting some others be more casual or left off the list for this year. 🔹 SCHEDULE IT Create a cozy retreat for yourself to escape the holiday hustle. Maybe a reading nook, a coffee bar or a hot chocolate station. And schedule some time to relax and reflect. The only thing that matters is that it feels festive and relaxing for you! 🔹 OUTSOURCE IT The holidays are meant for enjoyment, not stress! Where can you outsource the tasks and maintain the joy? Wrapping services, decorating services, meal prep, house cleaning, organizing… and recruit the family to help too! Let’s revamp this holiday season together! #HolidayPlanning #ProfessionalOrganizer #StressFreeHolidays #OrganizedLife #JoyfulSeason

NEW BLOG: Preparing for the Holidays with a Decluttered Home The holidays are just around the corner, and as much as I love this festive season, it can be a whirlwind of activity. From hosting family gatherings to decorating, cooking, and managing endless to-do lists, things can quickly feel chaotic. One thing that makes the season so much more enjoyable is having a decluttered, organised home as the foundation. For me, decluttering before the holidays is not just about tidying up; it’s about creating a space that feels calm and inviting. It sets the tone for a stress-free and joyous season. If you’re looking to do the same, let me walk you through how to prepare your home for the holidays with some straightforward decluttering strategies. Check it out at https://lnkd.in/eGHkA2PQ #decluttrme #professionalorganizer

Holiday Traditions are wonderful, they bring us together, the provide us with treasured memories of holidays gone bye, but they can also be a source of stress, even distress, when we take too rigid an approach to our holiday celebrations. So, what do I mean by “rigid?” Read more at drsherryboles.substack.com.