Christmas can be the best of times and the worst of times. A time for family and friends to come together and celebrate the holidays, to eat and drink too much, to release their inhibitions and kiss someone inappropriate under the mistletoe.
But let?s get real: Christmas is one of the most stressful times of the year. This is LA. We all know the real reason that all those happy, smiley people in holiday commercials look so happy and smiley. It?s because they?re actors who got this great commercial gig for which they?re going to be paid royalties. No one else smiles like that before the holidays.
To add to the stress of the season, it?s probably time for you to hold your annual Christmas party. If so, be aware that the worst of times could mean a post-party discovery of spilt red wine on your cream couch. That gatecrashers stole valuable or sentimental items from you while you were relaxing in the bosom of your family and friends feeling safe and secure. And a clumsy guest smashed a family heirloom and hid the pieces under the wine-stained couch before they made a clean getaway.
But it doesn?t have to be that way.
No, your party doesn?t have to read like a depressing home insurance commercial after the burglars have ransacked your house and the gravel- voiced announcer lets you know that all is well because you?re covered by JoeBlow Insurance. Not if you read these wise words to prevent mayhem occurring in your home and your vow to never, never, ever hold a party again.? Ever. (Sorry?that annoying Taylor Swift song is running through my head on a loop?).
?Holiday Safety Tips
If you have friends or acquaintances that are shy, try to convince them to stay by your entrance all night to stop random strangers, or worse, thieves from entering your home. Simply give them a guest list and put them to work. If you think this is mean, and your introverted friend might get chilly or lonely, hire a security guard or two and really scare off any gatecrashing bad guys with evil-doing on their minds. It can be extremely reassuring to have buff security guards holding guest lists at your front door. Also security guards can patrol discreetly to ensure nothing untoward is going on, such as anyone stealing your priceless collection of CDS or iPod dock with six surround-sound speakers. Or to lend a hand if an inebriated guest is getting out-of-control.
At the risk of seeming like a Party-Throwing-Pooper, adding signs that read,
?Private,? ?Do Not Touch,? and ?No Smoking? can help guests know your rules and prevent them from wandering around your home.
Place valuable or sentimental objects that you don?t want broken or stolen in locked rooms and add an ?Off Limits? sign on the door.? If you really don?t trust your guests, your signs could read, ?Keep Out!? and ?Danger!? and be circled by images of ominous-looking skull-and-crossbones.
Make sure your furry friends are in a safe, secure place with food and water, so no one is able to harm them or let them out. Also, try to keep them as far away from the noise as possible ? their ears are much more sensitive than ours, and they get stressed out by too much noise.? Just remember ? animals are people too.
Have napkins or paper towels handy. Guests often spill drinks, and having these available makes for an easy cleanup. As much as possible, plan to protect your house from spills, dirt, and other damage
Although not elegant, plastic cups are more practical than glassware. The fewer items that can be broken, the better.? But if you?re holding a Martha Stewart kind of party, where you bring out the best crystal, try doing a lot of deep breathing.
?Don?t be a Christmas Tree Fire Statistic
Every year, we hear on the news about all those people who are mostly quite sensible the rest of the year, whose Christmas trees caught fire. Don?t become one of them!? Never use lighted candles near trees, boughs, curtains/drapes, or with any potentially flammable item. Stand your tree away from fireplaces, radiators and other heat sources.? If you use an artificial tree, choose one that is tested and labeled as fire-resistant. Artificial trees with built-in electrical systems should have the Underwriters Laboratory (UL) label. Only use indoor lights indoors. (Look for the UL label.) Check lights for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, and loose connections. Use no more than three light sets on any one extension cord. Extension cords should be placed against the wall to avoid tripping hazards, but do not run cords under rugs, around furniture legs or across doorways. If using a natural tree, make sure it is well watered to avoid dry branches from catching fire from the heat of light bulbs. ?Fire extinguishers may seem like overkill, but the ability to quickly tackle a small fire before it gets out of control is a small investment. And make sure they are working, visible and accessible.
In the worst-case scenario, if you do have to call the fire department, and if? you?re a single woman (or a gay man), here?s hoping he?s single and cute, and, of course, prevents any fire damage. This goes for all couples ? straight and gay ? too (just the last part though)!
Wishing you all a Safe and Happy Christmas Party!
Source: http://www.guardnow.com/blog/party-proof-your-house-this-christmas/
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