It?s that time of year again?snow is falling (probably), lights are going up (definitely before the 24th!) and even though you?re fairly certain what Mariah Carey wants for Christmas, the radio stations are going to remind you at least three more times today.
It?s no secret how much work goes into getting that picturesque Christmas day that the songs and TV specials love telling us about, and everyone else’s Instagram account makes it look so frustratingly effortless, dammit!
Behold, your holiday struggles as told through the Internet’s favourite emotion: GIFs!
1. There are 24 days in December and you need that many different Elf on the Shelf ideas. Don’t forget, you’re keeping up with this madness because totally hate yourself.

2. Next up is the gift list. Completely ignore the fact that you haven’t spoken to these people all year, they’ll undoubtedly remember to regift you a holiday-scented candle.
3. And have you seen what your kids asked Santa for this year"

4. Time to brave the malls! If you start early enough, maybe they won’t be so bad. (Hahaha!)

5. And contending with, like, all those harried shoppers who think that they’re the only people who matter…

6. But then you find that one perfect gift…

7. And speaking of perfect, you did remember to pick out a great tree, right"

8. Here’s you getting the house ready for the tree (and your in-laws who will be showing up unannounced for t...