Dec 1 Deep-clean the guest bathroom and bedroom. Add items to make guests more comfortable, such as fancy soaps and shampoos, fresh flowers, or seasonal decorations.

Dec 2 Prepare a list of preparations for the upcoming holidays.

Dec 3 Arrange to have your car checked at a garage prior to taking holiday trips. Make sure your emergency car kit is stocked for the winter weather. Include a shovel, kitty litter or sand, flairs, food, water, candles, warm clothing or blankets, first aid kit, etc. Make sure your cell phone is charged prior to leaving.

Dec 4 Weed out outgrown childrens winter clothing. Donate them to a worthwhile charity. Plenty of people need warm clothing during the cold weather.

Dec 5 Today is the first day of Hanukkah. Celebrate the Jewish holidays.

Dec 6 Finish your Christmas Shopping early. You will be glad you're done. Buy a few generic and hostess gifts (such as candles, wine, hand lotions, kitchen towels, etc.). You'll be prepared for last-minute parties and you won't fret that you forgot to buy something for a friend or co-worker.

Dec 7 Finish up any homemade gifts. People will appreciate the effort you put into it.

Dec 8 Weed out some old toys and games, before all the new gifts enter your household. The 'one in, one out', rule can be useful in controlling toy volume.

Dec 9 Finish and mail out your Christmas cards. Keep a list of all new addresses you receive when others mail their cards to you.

Dec 10 Organize your gift wrapping center to ensure everything is at your fingertips. Stock enough gift bags, tags, tape, wrapping paper and bows for the season.

Dec 11 It’s time to start thinking about your goals for 2008. Decide on your New Year’s Resolutions.

Dec 12 Clean out your wallet and purse. Make sure you have an envelope or folder for Christmas receipts.

Dec 13 Make final plans for New Year’s Eve. Don't forget to confirm a babysitter for any children and stock up on party supplies.

Dec 14 Arrange yearly doctor and dentist appointments for 2008. Write them on your new calendar.

Dec 15 Unclutter one hot spot in an area guests will see, such as a coffee table, dining room table, kitchen counter top or side table.

Dec 16 Buy your 2008 calendar and note important dates such as birthdays and anniversaries.

Dec 17 Make a batch of cookies. Decorate them with the kids, your spouse, or friends and neighbors.

Dec 18 Relax and pamper yourself before the holidays. A day at the spa, a manicure, pedicure, massage, or a haircut could help you relax before the stress of the holidays.

Dec 19 Delete at least 20 files you've created on your computer's hard drive that you no longer need.

Dec 20 Remove books from a bookshelf and clean the shelf. Then, return each book to the clean shelf when you're done.

Dec 21 If you're hosting the holidays at your house, make sure you start making food in advance.

Dec 22 Celebrate the first day of winter by enjoying the outdoors with your children or significant other. Have some fun. Build a snowman, have a snowball fight, or make some snow angels or a snow fort. You could also go sledding, skating, sliding or skiing.

Dec 23 Consolidate everything needed to host any celebrations at your house such as extra napkins, desserts, and other food items.

Dec 24 Drive around town and enjoy the holiday lights.

Dec 25 Merry Christmas. May this day be one that you'll hold close to your heart for years to come. Spend the day enjoying the people you love. Keep in your thoughts everyone serving our countries and their families, especially those that are far from home.

Dec 26 Today is the first day of Kwanzaa. Search online for 'Kwanzaa Recipes' and make one for dinner tonight.

Dec 27 Polish your silverware until it shines before putting it away, so it will be ready for the next holiday celebration.

Dec 28 After all your Christmas cooking and baking, give your kitchen counters a good scrubbing.

Dec 29 Return any gifts you received that you are not happy with or does not fit for store credit or an exchange.

Dec 30 Find all your noisemakers. You'll be ringing in the new year in a day!

Dec 31 Review your new year's resolutions and get ready to follow them starting at midnight.