I've sent off 3 packages. One more to send off. This weekend the girls and I will make one more batch of cookies, this will go to a neighbor and some relatives out of town.

I need to be very careful with my money because the 15th through New Years Eve will feel like an awfully long stretch with gift shopping and impulse buys that can tempt. All I have left to pick up will be gift cards, so that will be an easy purchase, no browsing allowed!

I will be very busy with work today and next week, that will keep me out of the stores. And I have lots of plans with the family and friends during break, none of which involve shopping!