I usually have a place where i can store special food for christmas . All through the year i buy jars of special jams ,sauces and fruits that i know i will use at christmas . September time i usually start to buy extra wines in , brandy (good for lacing my mincemeat
)and Baileys liquer is a must for Christmas . October i start with my favourite chocolates and cheeses , relishes soft drinks . This way by November and early December a big part of my shopping is done which leaves me time for my christmas pastimes. All through the year i look out for suitable xmas presents,especially for my daughter who wants her Santa sack full on christmas morning ! Even though i work long hours all summer i try and do a cupboard or wardrobe every day September time so by the time November comes i can do a big Autumn clean before i put up my decorations . Mincepies and sticky puddings are made by the dozens in November and frozen .The first night that my house is decorated i pour myself a Baileys ,get out the chocs and put on Home Alone , sheer bliss . I then have a christmas night usually on the 1st of December where around 10 or more of us share a meal and play a game called Humbug
All my friends always ask how im so organised and now you know my secret !
