Traditions adjusted
We used to do the big Christmas Feast on Christmas Day but a few years ago, I realized that if we did all that cooking and preparing and all on Christmas Eve, we'd have those fine leftovers all the next day, and be free to simply enjoy the day. So now that's what we do. I remember breaking the turkey tradition the first time. I didn't want a second turkey a month after Thanksgiving, so considered options. It's amazing how anxiety-producing changing a family tradition can be! I was actually... Sign in to see full entry.