Between holidays, parties and day-to-day life, your home sees a lot of traffic in the busy winter months. Stress about preparing for overnight or long-term visitors can take some of the joy out of the season if you wait until the last minute. Rather than compounding your stress with procrastination, consider mapping out a simple plan. Avoid the last-minute clean-a-thon this year by preparing for your guests in stages. In the weeks leading up to hosting guests: Make sure your