It is good to discuss holiday plans early.
Susan and her family spend a weekend together for every Christmas break.
Susan wants to make plans for the holiday.
Susan starts planning their get together in the middle of August.
Susan waits until three weeks before Christmas to try to make plans with her family.
All of Susan's family is able to plan their holiday and attend the get together.
All of Susan's family already have plans, and they miss their get together.