When the winds howl and the snow falls, light a fire! This festive enhancement will perk up the spirits and spur you to conquer any gift-wrapping you may have to do.
Of course, if you have a real wood-burning fireplace like we do, you will think twice about this option, eyeing the mess that such a hint entails. It can be a pain in the ash. Instead, you might like a candle for ambience? Perhaps turn on your battery-operated tea lights? Just do whatever “soots” you.
And don’t forget to pull out your sense of humor. It is the saving grace during busy times!
