10 Things to Do Early for an Easier Holiday Season

Make a gift list and check supplies twice, then ensure that the house looks nice, and buy travel tickets if you’re leaving town

During the winter holiday season, there’s just so much to enjoy and do that keeping up with the gifting, baking and general revelry can get overwhelming. Before you know it, it’s December 24, and you’re staring at a pile of presents to wrap and no tape. Take a deep breath. It’s going to be OK — take care of these 10 things now and enjoy a smoother, less-stressed season.