The Best Planner for Surviving the Holiday Rush December 22, 2016 05:00
This blog post is a part of the series "The Best Planner for..." which provides suggestions for ways in which you can use the UPstudio Planner. Each post in this series will focus on a different way to utilize the planner layout. The UPstudio Planner is designed for versatility, and is suited for many uses and not limited to the featured suggestions. Show us how you use your planner by sending us an email at hello@upstudionc.com, or tagging us on social media (all handles can be found on our website).
It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year! For many, it's also the busiest, and the most stressful. Having the right planner to help you navigate through parties, family gatherings, time spent with friends, and coordinating gift exchanges can help you make it through the holiday season a bit easier.
The UPstudio Planner can serve as your dashboard to keep track of your own, your significant other's and your kids' schedules. In this example, the month layout serves as the 5,000 foot level view of festivities. Having a visual of what is coming over the course of the month makes me feel that much more organized, and that way nothing can sneak up on me. (Don't forget to include December birthdays! Too often these are lost in the hustle of the season.)
The week layout shows more detailed information about parties, what needs to be prepared for each one, when to give gifts (this is especially tricky with coworkers and kid's teachers as everyone is out on vacation at different times), etc. It also includes a to-do list of things that make my own Christmas season feel more complete... there are those Christmas cookies that I just HAVE to bake, movies that HAVE to be watched, or else it just doesn't feel quite right.
The goals sheet for December or graph pages at the back are a great place to keep track of gifts to give, and what has been purchased. I like to keep a running list throughout the year of ideas for people - that way when it comes time to shop for Christmas presents, I'm not starting from scratch. (Note: this sheet is not pictured because it's before Christmas and it will spoil gifts for family that reads these posts! Hi, Mom!)
Right after Christmas, New Year's Eve parties are in full swing, and there is still plenty to prepare for, gatherings and side dishes and binge eating before your New Year's diet kicks in (tell me I'm wrong). The UPstudio Planner can help you get and stay organized as we round out 2016 and get started in the New Year. Make sure to order your 2017 Planner today!
Even though Christmas and the entire holiday season can be hectic, we do hope that you'll make the effort to slow down, enjoy time with family and friends, count your blessings, and remember the true meaning of the holiday. We at UPstudio wish you a very Merry Christmas!