Two Sleeps ‘Til Santa: Is Your Holiday Game Strong or Nah?
- by Stephanie J

1. The Gift Situation: Is It Giving or... Nah?
Alright, fam, we’re down to the wire—two days left until Christmas, and it’s crunch time. Are you thriving or barely surviving? Let’s be real, the holiday season is basically a reality show, and half of us are one awkward family dinner away from flipping a table. But before we dive into the drama, let’s get that checklist popping.
First up, presents. Are you out here with perfectly wrapped boxes that look like they were curated by Pinterest royalty, or did you panic-order something off Amazon and cross your fingers for two-day shipping? And don’t even lie—you know you threw some scratch-off tickets into someone’s stocking.
Pro tip: If you forgot a gift for someone important, no judgment, but you better sprint to the mall like it’s a Black Friday sale. Or, if you’re feeling chaotic, hit up the corner store, grab a scented candle, and pray they’re too polite to call you out.
2. Your Tree’s Vibe Check
Is your tree serving main character energy, or does it look like a DIY project gone wrong? If you’re still untangling last year’s lights, you’re not alone. And let’s not forget the ornaments—half of them are probably broken, and the other half are weird sentimental ones your mom refuses to toss.
No tree? No problem. Slap some fairy lights on a houseplant and call it avant-garde. Boom, festive.
3. The Food Spread: Chef Goals or Straight-Up Chaos?
The holiday feast is make-or-break territory. Are you Gordon Ramsay in the kitchen, or did you burn the rolls again? If you’re hosting, just know everyone’s silently judging your menu. If you’re a guest, congrats—you’re living your best life, rolling up empty-handed and leaving with three Tupperwares full of leftovers.
Pro move: Keep a box of cookies on deck for emergencies. Nothing says “holiday spirit” like passing off store-bought as homemade.
4. Family Dynamics: Enter at Your Own Risk
Christmas gatherings are basically like an episode of Survivor—alliances, betrayals, and someone always brings up politics after two glasses of wine. Keep your head down, avoid controversial topics, and remember: you can always fake a phone call to escape awkward convos.
Bonus tip: If someone asks why you’re still single, hit them with “I’m in my soft-launch era.” They won’t know what that means, and you’ll look cool.
5. The Outfit Dilemma
You know you’re about to see everyone, so the pressure to slay is real. But let’s be honest—most of us will end up in sweats by dessert. Keep it comfy, but make it fashion. And whatever you do, don’t forget socks. No one wants to be the person sliding around like it’s Home Alone.
6. You Got This (Maybe)
Two days might not feel like enough time to pull it together, but miracles happen—just ask Mariah Carey. Whether your holiday prep is a masterpiece or a hot mess, remember it’s about the vibes, not the perfection.
So, pour yourself a drink (spiked hot cocoa, anyone?), blast some festive bops, and fake it ‘til you make it. After all, chaos is kind of the whole point, right?