Preparing Your Home for Guests

When it comes to preparing for visitors in your home it can by exciting and overwhelming all at once. It is great to have family or friends in town, and it is a great break from the humdrum of normal, every day life. But if you aren't prepared it can also be hectic and stressful. Here are some tips for planning ahead of time so that you can have as an enjoyable time as possible.

First of all, eliminate the stress of meal times. Planning all your meals ahead of time can do this. If it is going to be a short stay, you may choose to have the meals already prepared and in the fridge or freezer. If it is a longer stay, just have a plan for what meals you want to make and make sure you have everything you will need. You could also plan to go out to some of your favorite restaurants, and you could ask your guest to plan a couple of their favorite meals.

Next, besides planning meals, plan activities. You don't need a rigid schedule of what you will do every single hour of each day, mostly a list of fun things you can do, and fun places you can visit. This will eliminate stress when your guests are there, and eliminate wasting time.

Third, make sure you take time to relax, even if the dishes aren't yet done. Make sure you and your guest have time to just relax and talk, play a game, or watch a movie. Don't spend the whole time so stressed out and busy that your guests feel like they're putting you out.

Finally, plan to not stick to your plan. Be flexible and roll with the punches. Things may not go how you want; a meal may not turn out. Be ready to fall to a back up activity, or order in pizza. The ability to remain relaxed and flexible, while also having a blue print of a plan will make your visitor's stay a welcome and fun one.


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