Doubling up in December

Why do we try to cram so much into this month?
The result is I miss a lot...

For example this Sunday I have been invited to, or in the case of one, obligated to be at the following;

1.  Bday party for my step-dad who is turning 60
2.  Bridal shower for a friend who is getting married on my anniversary weekend
3.  My volleyball team has placed 3rd in our league and our playoff games are Sunday
4.  CAA's Christmas banquet

And they are all happening at the same time people!  I can't even stagger, or try to race from one to the other...

Guess which one I'll be attending...

Frychik