Have to admit, this is a tree from a different year. This year’s tree has its beaded garland and a few ornaments on it but is barely started. Add to that the cards are not ready to mail and I’m dog sitting starting Saturday and this holiday season is going to be hectic.

I’m trying desperately to get the gifts that need to be mailed purchased. I can mail them from anywhere so the dog sitting does not cause an issue.

I can take my cards with me to be sent from my sister’s mailbox.

Here’s the kicker, though. I decluttering as I decorate this holiday season. I do not want to take five or six containers of Christmas decorations with me when I move next year.

Have you ever tried decluttering as you celebrate a holiday? How did it work out for you?