It’s 100 days until Christmas

Fall is starting to make its presence known, but it’s 100 days away from Christmas and the holiday and New Year’s Eve will be here faster than you think. Here’s a few tips to plan your winter activities.

·      Make travel plans. Use our Travel Kit for your visit back home or fun getaway.

·      Save money. There’s so much to think about – presents, traveling, parties – plus all those sales will tempt you. And there are random expenses, such as Christmas cards, stamps, food and donations. If you save $25 a week every Monday by Dec. 2, you’ll have $300.

·      Write up your lists. If you love giving out presents, add your family and friends, but think about others, such as work colleagues and Secret Santa and white elephant giveaways.

·      Mark your calendar for parties and events. If you plan to throw a party, choose a date and tell friends. If you want to attend a holiday-themed concert or show, start buying tickets.

Whether you’re gathering with friends and family or having a quiet time alone, we hope you have a joyful time. We send good vibes to those who work in retail, health care and the hospitality industry during this season. For those who don’t celebrate, may you have peace in however you spend the day.