Christmas decorations have been out in Target since mid-October, eggnog has been in my fridge twice already, and my Christmas Pinterest board is starting to get full (again). With Nov. 1 right around the corner, I can officially rub my love of Christmas into everyone's faces with the ongoing music played on my radio and light Christmas-scented candles like Sugar Cookie and Christmas Tree every day. It's almost the most wonderful time of the year, and here are some reasons why you're that person who annoyingly boasts about their love of Christmas way too much. But hey, all is right with me.
1. But really, I've already had eggnog in my refrigerator twice, and it's only October.
The second vanilla eggnog went on the shelves was the second it was in my hands. I never plan on leaving my fridge free of vanilla Christmas-flavored goodness during the weeks before Christmas. That is why mid-October is the perfect time to stock up. While most people wait until November, I don't, and so buying eggnog has already given me a chance to indulge in my love of Christmas and think about the eggnog recipes I want to make. There really is nothing better.
2. You skip right over the Halloween aisles and head straight for the beginning of Christmas decor hidden in the back corner.
At this time of year, if you go to the store, most are enjoying picking out costumes, stuffing their faces with Halloween candy, and hanging up spooky decorations. While they are doing that, you can sometimes hear them complain and ask: "The Christmas decorations are out already?"
Yes, yes they are.
The best thing about Christmas decor in October is that it stays until December. Sorry, Halloween, but I've already kicked you to the curb. It's time for Christmas.
3. You forget that Thanksgiving is coming and look forward to Black Friday instead.
Thanksgiving is fun and all, but the day after is better. Thanksgiving leaves you sleepy, full, and well-rested for the most exciting shopping day of the year. Maybe, if you're like me, you don't even buy anything on Black Friday, but go out to the mall anyway. Crazy people are everywhere, so people-watching is a must on this day.
4. You've had ABC Family's 25 Days of Christmas schedule saved on your phone since the day it came out.
Because nothing on that list can be missed.
5. You've already watched "Elf" a total of ten times before Thanksgiving even hits, but plan on watching it 50 more.
And to top it all off, you know every line before it's even spoken. Still my favorite Christmas movie of all time.
6. Your love of wrapping presents starts when your first gift for someone walks in the front door.
Wrapping presents takes time. In fact, it's a special talent that I enjoy very much.
7. You have a list of gifts to buy loved ones that you've been keeping since approximately July.
Printable pre-made lists such as this one are super helpful when it gets to be crunch time. But who am I kidding, my shopping is done in November. If someone says they want a new jacket in July, you bet it's already written in the Notes of my iPhone.
8. You beg to get the Christmas tree weeks before it should even be bought, just to see it dry out before December 25.
Picking out the Christmas tree annually is so much fun. It means Christmas is on its way and decorations can officially come out in full swing. I always want to get ours the day after Thanksgiving, but we end up waiting... because, well, that makes more sense.
9. Christmas music has been playing non-stop since November 1.
No one ever changes the station.
10. All of the nights leading up to Christmas include cheesy Christmas Hallmark movies, cozy PJs, and hot cocoa.
Because the cold winter nights just aren't the same after Christmas has come and gone.
11. It takes you hours to decorate for Christmas just because you have to analyze and reminisce over every single tree ornament and decoration.
This is a long process, as it should be. While you probably never forgot what ornaments and decorations your family has, it's fun to act like you do.
