If you happen to live in our part of the world you would know that Christmas season begins here as soon as September, or the start of what we call the ‘Ber months, arrives! As early as the first week of this month, some homes will be bedecked in colorful Christmas ornaments and so are the shops in the malls, as well as other establishments. Some neighbors will also be playing Christmas tunes by this time and the programs in the telly will begin counting down the days until Christmas day. I am sure a lot of mums are also starting to work on their very long Christmas shopping list, as well as their list of things-to-do during the holidays!
Yes, that is how excited we are about Christmas. During this season everyone turns into an excitable 4-year old much like my little man, who by the way, is already contemplating on what toys should I get him as Christmas presents this early even though we have just recently got him a number of toys for his birthday. :laugh:
Apart from making sure they save up enough in time for their holiday plans, I am sure a lot of people are also starting to plan their Christmas shopping and complete their lists of things and gifts to buy before the Christmas frenzy, and the long lines, endless traffic jams and other stress-inflicting stuff that go along with it, starts. As for me, one of the great ways to beat the holiday rush is to shop online, where I shop right in front of my computer while doing a bunch of other things online. Imagine no traffic, no bustling activities around, and no long lines to endure. By this time, I am sure a lot of online shops, as well as numerous groupon sites, have come up with their very own special and irresistible offers in time for the holidays, check out these nifty Christmas gift ideas down at Zalora, for example.
I have to save up on moolah before I begin shopping for my Christmas list, so I will just get my list ready for now. In the meantime, I have to think of clever ideas where to haul most of the little man’s toys so that I can put our Christmas tree in the living room. I also scouted a bunch of cute stockings at Handyman over the weekend and I am thinking of getting a few to add to my Christmas ornaments. Meanwhile, I leave you with these nifty Christmas shopping tips on how to beat the holiday rush, let us all aim to have a stressful and meaningful Christmas celebration! 🙂
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Whoa this post reminds me to get early in shopping for Christmas gifts. Last Christmas I was caught up with too much workload that I had no time to buy for stuff. Rushing is no fun at all, so better start this weekend – sale at SM MOA! 😀
rushing really ain’t no fun, not to mention way too stressful, so better start doing early! 🙂
It isn’t Christmas here ’til December 20, sis.. there is nothing like Christmas in the Philippines! I am sure that finally, after four years of being away from our family, I would be able to spend the holidays there this year!
true, nothing beats Christmas here in our beloved country. wow! that’s good news, will you be staying here for good? 🙂
aaaahh the rush in all of it! 🙂 😀 take it easy as you go! 😉
Yes, it’s Christmas time again and glad to be in the part of the world where Christmas begins in September.
true! even if it has its drawbacks, I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else during Christmas season!
Meaningful Christmas, yes, but not stressful, unfortunately, but definitely, Christmas is a happy time for kids and adults alike, so like your little boy, I, too, am looking forward to Christmas!
same here! it is the only time when grown ups like us are allowed to be kids again! ^_^
we, pinoys are really one of the happiest people in the world, lots of festive events, longer holidays, long celebrations.
however, it meant more expenses. gotta hop on this early to find “sales” 🙂
that is so true! that is why i love being Pinoy! ^_^ sales are in abundance this time of your, so surely you will be in luck very soon 😉
It’s true… ber months are now lined up. These lead to gift giving. You’re right that before shopping you must have a list of what you’re going to buy to save time, and even to save money for you have already budgeted your money.
so true. lists always work wonders, they are nifty + such time-savers, that is why i love making them 🙂
Well, Mare I am starting to plan my Christmas Gift wrapping and gifts for my inaanak. I really hope I can save more before this season.
it does pay to have a well laid out plan mare, to keep you on top of things 🙂
I don’t like rushing in buying gifts. I’ve started months ago. Every time I visit a mall, I look for something for a specific person.
I agree! Christmas does begin the moment the clock strikes at 12:00 on September 1st. I am actually making my list of who’s naughty and nice this year, this post and your suggestions are very timely.