Tis the time to be Merry - (and not so mild )

This time of year it everything seems to start going slower than normal.  Going on holiday early and coming back on the 3rd of December doesn't work. I am supposed to be rested and ready for the new year, but I am not.  I know it is probably only in the mind but the whole month of December lies ahead of us and everyone else is only now going on holiday.  So now I know it is a mistake to do it so early. I think I will just take it slooooower and have an extended holiday at home.  Anyone not in agreement ?  See if I care !