As we prepare for the holiday this year things are different. There is the feeling that people are more aware of what is important. It is less about how much you buy but how much you give thanks for what you have. We are thankful for all of you—our clients both old and new and our creative partners who keep us on our toes! May your holiday be filled with warmth, nostalgic traditions and food that makes you squeal with delight!

P&P Holiday Tips:

• Remember less is ALWAYS more. This simple design rule applies to all aspects life - especially the holidays. It's the quality NOT the quantity.
• Avoid metal and plastic gift packaging. Buy nice cloth ribbon instead so it can be saved and reused next year. Wrap your gifts with the New York Times you were going to recycle. Or wrap presents in containers your friends and family can use again.
• Don’t throw away that unwanted gift. Take it to Goodwill or Salvation Army or place it on the Freecycle Group website, which is devoted to keeping unwanted items out of landfills. They match people who have things they want to get rid of with people who can use them.
• The gifts people remember are ones from the heart: something you made, a family heirloom, or the promise of your time or help on a project.
• Before throwing away leftover food, have a look on the Love Food Hate Waste website for delicious ways to use those leftover bits and pieces. If you REALLY aren't into leftovers, compost it! And make sure you give the meat scraps to you dog or cat!
• TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF!! This time of year is stressful and we find ourselves rushing around and going way to fast. SLOW down, drink lots of water and get plenty of rest! Do things that make you smile.

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