The Merriment of Holiday Hosting And just like that, 2021 is nearly over. Some of us may be rejoicing, and others may just be in awe that another year has flown by. However, December is one of my favorite months regardless of its year-ending significance.
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is to get clutter off of your counters. This includes large storage jars, vitamin bottles, coffeemakers, decorative knick-knacks, anything that takes up counter space. If need be, purchase an organization rack that you can keep in the corner of your kitchen. Trust me, this makes all the difference.
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In my family, Christmastime has always been Organize closets:The coat closet tends to a major focus. Each year, we made Christmas go unchecked the rest of the year, so it likely Eve our family celebration with a roast, my needs a little clean-up. This way you can grandma’s garlicky kale and, my favorite, my hang guest jackets and even put away guest dad’s fried oysters. I distinctly remember shoes if you’re really short on space. o Y u can despising both the kale and oysters as a kid,also organize linen closets for guests if you’re but now? They’re possibly my favorite parts planning on having them stay with you for of the meal. longer than the evening.
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