Christmas Planning – The Unexpected Costs
Submitted by Sylvia Greschner on
One day of the year, or in some cases a series of days if you have a large family or circle of friends this, transpires in a few hours of celebration. But, oh the work to get there and we certainly can’t forget the anxiety, fear, happiness, sadness and the financial hit to the pocketbook.
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