history: Every year I plan to start working on Christmas early so it's not such a nightmare.  I've already started this year so I'm praying it all goes smoothly. Every year I plan to start working on Christmas early so it's not so crazy when the month of December actually gets here. Have you started?
current: Yes, I started today as a matter of fact.  I'm praying it all goes smoothly this year.
next: Man. I should start, too.