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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago

With the exception of a few Xbox games I have managed to finish my Christmas shopping today and even started on the wrapping, My bedroom looks like a grotto.

I usually do my shopping the week before Christmas and I'm worried that I just won't be full of festive cheer now it's all out the way

How do all you organised people manage to maintain the Christmas spirit if you're not out and about in the hustle and bustle before the big day?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Always do mine Christmas Eve afternoon just as the shops are shutting

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Always do mine Christmas Eve afternoon just as the shops are shutting "

so do I in all honesty. Due an op next month so won't be able to get around shops or cope with the hustle and bustle...it's just not going to be the same.

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By *ove bi guysWoman
over a year ago

Birmingham

Use the free time to enjoy the shops and get yourself a few Christmas treats.

I love sitting in a coffee shop with a mince pie watching everyone buzz around me

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"Use the free time to enjoy the shops and get yourself a few Christmas treats.

I love sitting in a coffee shop with a mince pie watching everyone buzz around me "

Depending on when they operate I wouldnt get about the shops but could manage a coffee shop...thanks for the idea

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

A few pints on Christmas Eve lunchtime then a quick dash around woolworths and I'm done.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I hate doing my Christmas shopping..poundland and wilkinsons always gets packed this time of year..not good

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By *ove bi guysWoman
over a year ago

Birmingham


"Use the free time to enjoy the shops and get yourself a few Christmas treats.

I love sitting in a coffee shop with a mince pie watching everyone buzz around me

Depending on when they operate I wouldnt get about the shops but could manage a coffee shop...thanks for the idea"

Bag a window seat with a heater and play guess the gift as people dash past with their new purchases lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My Christmas shopping is all done but I never wrap anything until Christmas eve.....bottle of wine and a tacky Xmas movie.....job done

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I start buying in September with the intention of being all done a few days before Christmas. I'm usually end up watching my grandchildren Christmas eve so my girls can get their last minute shopping done. Cooking,cleaning and babysitting Christmas eve is a killer

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I start buying in September with the intention of being all done a few days before Christmas. I'm usually end up watching my grandchildren Christmas eve so my girls can get their last minute shopping done. Cooking,cleaning and babysitting Christmas eve is a killer "

I'm not getting that chore at the minute...not able to chase the little bug....I mean darlings lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I start buying in September with the intention of being all done a few days before Christmas. I'm usually end up watching my grandchildren Christmas eve so my girls can get their last minute shopping done. Cooking,cleaning and babysitting Christmas eve is a killer

I'm not getting that chore at the minute...not able to chase the little bug....I mean darlings lol"

I just let them get on with it and clear up after. They range from 6 to 14 so I don't have to run around after them thank goodness

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"My Christmas shopping is all done but I never wrap anything until Christmas eve.....bottle of wine and a tacky Xmas movie.....job done "

I'm usually warbling along to 'Now that's what I call xmas' cd

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As a very special favour I will turn up an pinch all your wrapped pressies the week before Xmas, I won't tell you but I will return them all on Xmas eve that way you can go through the panic and stress that usually generates the excitement

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I start buying in September with the intention of being all done a few days before Christmas. I'm usually end up watching my grandchildren Christmas eve so my girls can get their last minute shopping done. Cooking,cleaning and babysitting Christmas eve is a killer

I'm not getting that chore at the minute...not able to chase the little bug....I mean darlings lol

I just let them get on with it and clear up after. They range from 6 to 14 so I don't have to run around after them thank goodness "

3 and 18 months. The 18 month old is a charmer and grabs one of my crutches at every opportunity to either trip me up or beat me. It has been decided I'm best not left alone with him. Dont know whether it's for my safety or his lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I can't even process the thought of Christmas right now! Lol

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"As a very special favour I will turn up an pinch all your wrapped pressies the week before Xmas, I won't tell you but I will return them all on Xmas eve that way you can go through the panic and stress that usually generates the excitement "

can you pop up the loft and bring my tree down while you're here?

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By *isty286Couple
over a year ago

Dorset


"A few pints on Christmas Eve lunchtime then a quick dash around woolworths and I'm done. "

im afraid if you are counting on Woolworths you are going to need a time machine ...lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


" can you pop up the loft and bring my tree down while you're here?"

Ok, do you want that temporarily stolen as well?

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


" can you pop up the loft and bring my tree down while you're here?

Ok, do you want that temporarily stolen as well?"

could you put it up for me while you're here oooh and the tree

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By *inaTitzTV/TS
over a year ago

Titz Towers, North Notts

I've just ordered a Dave Allen dvd for a cousin. I've got to go to a charity shop for a big book on something he's not interested in to cut the centre from in order to create a hiding place for this dvd

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Oh dear me .... You put me to shame .... Havent even thought of christmas yet

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Only my Mum to buy for now..

So it's not stressful.

I buy toys for a children's charity and donate to.the womens refuge collection.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have a stash of xmas pressies hidden away. More to get yet.

OP save the wrapping till nearer the time.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I've just ordered a Dave Allen dvd for a cousin. I've got to go to a charity shop for a big book on something he's not interested in to cut the centre from in order to create a hiding place for this dvd "

haha brilliant idea!

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I have a stash of xmas pressies hidden away. More to get yet.

OP save the wrapping till nearer the time. "

Trouble is they'll be found at least if theyre wrapped up they dont know where they are.

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By *londeCazWoman
over a year ago

Arse End of the Universe, Cumbria

I've ordered a good few pressies...giving money to the younger ones and I do charity gift cards from Oxfam for my parents (e.g. paying for midwifery or buying goats for African families). I've maybe 4 more presents to get and that's me sorted

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"A few pints on Christmas Eve lunchtime then a quick dash around woolworths and I'm done.

im afraid if you are counting on Woolworths you are going to need a time machine ...lol"

I'll give Robert Dyas a go this year.

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By *inaTitzTV/TS
over a year ago

Titz Towers, North Notts


"I've just ordered a Dave Allen dvd for a cousin. I've got to go to a charity shop for a big book on something he's not interested in to cut the centre from in order to create a hiding place for this dvd

haha brilliant idea! "

His sister is getting a tin money box, with the lid soldered shut and an object rattling about inside. She'll need to open the tin to claim her present. The rattling around present will be a tin opener.

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By (user no longer on site) OP   
over a year ago


"I've just ordered a Dave Allen dvd for a cousin. I've got to go to a charity shop for a big book on something he's not interested in to cut the centre from in order to create a hiding place for this dvd

haha brilliant idea!

His sister is getting a tin money box, with the lid soldered shut and an object rattling about inside. She'll need to open the tin to claim her present. The rattling around present will be a tin opener. "

:- class

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've started and I aim to be finished by December. I love the feeling when it's all done and I can just enjoy it. A few years ago I used to leave it until the last minute. Never again.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm about done and wrapped! Nothing bugs me more like last minute!! Its busy and stressful!! I love being at home with my family enjoying a glass of wine and preparing the Christmas dinner, I have NEVER had a stressful Christmas

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not even thought about it yet...mines going to be last minute this year I have a feeling

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've bought three presents already, I usually start in November, I love the Xmas rushing about but do hate the Xmas market our local council have every year. mainly foreign food and drink bars.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"I've just ordered a Dave Allen dvd for a cousin. I've got to go to a charity shop for a big book on something he's not interested in to cut the centre from in order to create a hiding place for this dvd "
No don't do it,i did this exact ting (except for the dave allen dvd) for my brother last year and he threw book in the bin along with a bottle of Hugo Boss ()

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