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It's that time of year where tv channels begin to blast your children with the latest trends. The weather threatens your whole families wardrobe into being replaced, heating bills go up and life in general becomes more complicated. How are you going to handle this Holiday season. You can start by writing down the things that you expect to occur. Plan for them so that when things begin to change, you will be prepared. Start gathering some ideas about gifts for your children. Begin to sort through their clothes that are out of season. Make some extra cash and sell them on craigslist or ebay. Have a yard sale before the weather gets too cold. Find ways to incorporate your children into the changes that cooler weather brings. Most people are familiar with spring cleaning, well have you heard of fall cleaning? Have your children go through all of their toys and get rid of all broken items and donate any toys that are still in good condition. Get them in the spirit of giving and at the same time you can make room for the gifts that are sure to come their way. Do the same thing with your kids clothing. Start a clothing swap amongst your family and friends. Pass on clothing that is too small for your own children while collecting things that they can fit from another friend or family member. Prepare your home for the weather change. Make sure your house is insulated properly. Winterize your vehicles. Stock up on winter food staples so that on those cold dreary days, you wont have to run out for anything. Start collecting gifts for the unexpected guests that you are sure to encounter. A small thoughtful gift goes a long way.