|
Ghosts, witches, goblins and black cats . . .
yes, it's Halloween once again. Here are 10 tips to ensure this
holiday is a fun one for you and your family
-
MAKE
A LIST.
Make a checklist of everything you'd like to do for
Halloween--such as making/getting costumes, having a party,
attending a festival, carving a pumpkin, getting some scary
books or videos at the library and taking the kids trick-or-treating,
safety precautions, and baking pumpkin pies.
-
DECORATE
FOR THE SEASON.
It's time to pull out your tried-and-true Halloween
decorations from year's past. If they're not in one organized
place this year, be sure you put them all in one organized
place for next year when you're done with them.
-
FIND
THE FESTIVITIES.
Using the Web and your local newspapers, find out
what Halloween festivities are happening in your area. Schedule
some outings for your family and enjoy the season. Apple
picking, pumpkin picking and hay rides are popular this
time of the year.
-
SEARCH
YOUR TV LISTINGS.
Search through your TV listings and make a schedule
of all Halloween programs and cartoons you wish to watch.
If the family can't be together when a particular program
is airing, video tape it and watch it together later on.
-
BUY
TREATS AHEAD OF TIME.
Pick up Halloween treats at the supermarket now,
so you're ready for trick-or-treaters.
-
ORGANIZE
TREATS INTO TREAT BAGS.
Spend time before Halloween, placing an assortment
of treats into each treat bag (or plastic baggie.) Every
trick-or-treater will then get an equal amount of treats.
-
ORGANIZE
A HALLOWEEN PARTY.
If you plan to have a Halloween party at your house,
plan for the party ahead of time. Make a list of everything
you plan to do, and everyone you wish to invite. Be sure to
get the invitations out early. Begin preparing meals and baking
before October 31st.
-
GET
READY FOR PARTIES YOU'RE ATTENDING.
If you already have plans to go to a Halloween party
elsewhere, determine what you'll need to bring to the party.
Will you need to bring food? Find out what dish you'll be
bringing, and determine if it can be prepared ahead of time.
Need a costume? Begin making one now, or be sure to hit
the costume shops early, while you still have time.
-
SEND
OUT HALLOWEEN GREETINGS.
Halloween is a great time of year to keep in touch
with family and friends. Send Halloween greetings in the
mail, or save money and send e-mail greetings.
-
ENJOY
THE SEASON.
Go outdoors and enjoy the fall foliage. Take a walk
in the brisk air. Enjoy your neighbors' Halloween decorations
around town. Take some photos for your memory book. After
all, this holiday doesn't linger after October 31st--you'll
be heading right into the holiday season!
by Maria Gracia - Get Organized Now!
Want to get organized? Get your FREE Get Organized Now! Idea-Pak,
filled with tips and ideas to help you organize your home, your
office and your life, at the Get Organized Now! Web site
http://www.getorganizednow.com
-Maria Gracia, founder of Get Organized Now!,
specializes in helping people get better organized to live the
kind of stress-free life they've always dreamed of.
Back
to the Features Page
|
