Thursday, September 17, 2015

What Does Preparing for Winter Mean to You?

Winter is coming and it will be here sooner than you might think. Even though the official start of winter is December 21st, most of us refer to cold temperatures as wintertime. As the temperatures drop we start thinking about everything from winter boots and clothes to staying warm and avoiding colds and flu. Fortunately, with a little planning, you can be prepared for winter and all it brings.

Before it gets too cool you should take inventory of winter clothing and boots. Kids grow fast so even those cute boots you bought Suzy after Christmas last year may be too small for her now. The idea is to ensure that Suzy and Johnny will have warm boots and jackets that fit when they are needed. A cold morning is not the ideal time to discover that these items are too small.

Of course you want your home to be warm, so take some time to ensure that your furnace is operating as it should, that your chimney is ready for fires, and that you have enough insulation in the attic. You might also want to add caulking around windows and doors.

Now’s a good time to think about flu shots. It’s also a good time to gather typical supplies you will want and need for cold and flu season. This could include things like a humidifier, vapor rub, cold and cough medicine and tissues. Planning ahead may help you avoid a last minute trip to the drug store.

Along the same thought, consider what foods are ideal on cool fall and winter days. This could be a great time to stock up on your favorite soups, teas and other ‘warm me up’ yummies.


Everyone at Package From Santa understands that winter brings changes, some good and some not so good. But along with cooler temperatures and the challenges it can bring, we can also look forward to the winter holidays and wintertime fun. 

Keep your focus on the positive and plan ahead for winter, and keep reading this Package From Santa blog. It’s dedicated to providing great information that families can put to use. We post helpful advice on a regular basis.

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