As I look at my desk, I see at least 5 lists. A grocery list, a list of things to pack for my vacation, a list of songs for my playlist, a list of birds that visit my feeder, and the ever present, ever changing TO DO list. I'm sure that your desk, or phone looks much the same. Why do we like making lists? Of course there are as many reasons as there are people, but for me lists bring order to my life. They help me feel more organized, less stressed, more focused and help me remember things at Christmas like birthday dates and presents. Lists help me set goals and meet them. They are like a diary in that they are a daily snapshot of my life. They can be short term - something I can accomplish today - like a grocery list or long term, like 100 places I want to visit in my lifetime. Finally, when I come to the end of the list I have proof that I have accomplished something. That's how I use lists. How do YOU use this journal? This journal was made specifically for your Christmas related projects and purchases. Sketch out rough ideas of your goals and plans, travel to your vacation destinations, gift lists, cooking schedule and decorating plans - it's your journal and there is plenty of space for your planning. So enjoy making your lists. You will have a record of all the work you've done, so you don't forget the details. Most of all I hope this helps you enjoy your Christmas more.