Break out your softest sweater and your slippers!

And don’t be afraid to say goodbye to the things that no longer serve you!

That “sparks joy” list may be different for everyoneand may change as the years go on.

Autumn mood concept. Top view photo of wicker tray with cup of tea on saucer cookies anise yellow maple leaves pine cones and scarf on isolated pastel beige background

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So if it isn’t the holidays without several different kinds of cookies, make a baking date.

Think soft sweaters (or PJs!)

So I tend towardmake-ahead breakfastsand order a catered dinner that just requires a quick reheat for us to enjoy.

If gift wrapping isn’t your jam (also a complaint of mine!)

And if you want lots of different kinds of cookiesbut won’t (or shouldn’t!)

go through dozens of cookies in the season, opt for acookie swapinstead.

That way, those holiday good vibesand all that joycan last literally all season long.