The K.I.M. Holiday Plan - Week 2

Fall 2009

The K.I.M. PLAN
(Keep It Merry)

Whew! What a week to get those holiday ideas flowing. One friend called me "insane" to be thinking about holidays right now, but I promised her she would thank me by December 31st. Well, at least I hope she will! So, tell me about your vision and card choice.

My vision is to have a simple and fun holiday. Although both of our families live out of state, we decided years ago that we would not travel. We are a bit flexible with Thanksgiving, but Christmas will always be in Texas. Actually, we are hosting Thanksgiving this year. I'm excited and nervous about hosting.

My vision of a simple and fun holiday

• Bake a cookie a week beginning November
• Take my daughter to a holiday tea and local Nutcracker
• The Gaylord Texan Resort ICE! Show (we may even spend the night there)
• Still deciding on a family project geared to help children

My holiday card idea

I've done photo cards the last few years and have chosen to stick with that choice. Our families/friends like knowing they will get a photo at least once a year. We recently had family photos taken by a photographer and I'm hoping to use those for our cards. I'm still working on a card theme, though. Any suggestions?

So, on to Week 2 of the K.I.M. Holiday Plan. This week, I typically focus on fall and Halloween activities. I've never been a big fan of Halloween, but the kids really enjoy dressing up and I secretly enjoy indulging in their trick-or-treat loot. We ordered costumes weeks ago, but now I'm focused on planning a visit to a different pumpkin patch and enjoying fall recipes that include pumpkin and spices.

Talk to me, let me know how your plans are going...