3 weeks before Christmas: Preparations continue

Time flies, and it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Before you curl up in front of the fireplace or put on a holiday movie, there are a few important tasks you should see to.

• Choose holiday party outfits for the whole family, and make a quick run to the store if needed

• Confirm how many guests are coming, and create a seating arrangement to accommodate everyone

• Buy non-perishable food for the party such as chips, nuts, and canned goods, and stock up on alcohol for the adults and drinks for the kids

• Pick up any gifts that still need to be purchased

• Wrap your presents or, to save yourself some time and support a good cause, have an organization take care of your gift wrapping as part of a fundraiser