Will I never learn?!

My farmers market opens this Saturday in Parkville, Mo. As you can see, I have a few bars still to wrap! (This is why Christmas stresses me out, too!) I guess it's time for me to come to terms and make peace with my procrastination issues. The best way seems to be embracing it, and seeing it in a more positive light. Is this possible? I'm going with "works well under pressure" and "performs best with a deadline"!

I don't think I'll ever change! Lucky for me my Mom is coming to my rescue. We're spending the day packaging on Friday. I'm looking forward to spending time together and just talking - and shrink wrapping! Wish me luck, folks!

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