so that people with families could have the day off. It was not that noble a gesture, as it also got me/husband out of going to the family dinner, lol. Sorry folks, I have to work that day. Christmas day was only a half work day, but I always did the same thing. Worked the half day then went to the dinner later, so at least it wasn't a whole day. And my family is ok, no fighting, problems etc. I just don't want to spend that much time in a house packed with people, and noise. There is usually so much commotion you can hardly do any visiting if you want to.
These days my family doesn't do a big Thanksgiving any more. With all the kids growing up and having their own kids, most have their celebrations at their homes now. Now that I'm retired we just go to have a small turkey meal with friends we don't get to see often, and it's really enjoyable. Christmas is still the big event at Mom's though.
One of the best Christmas' I remember was one year when I didn't have to work, we took the dogs to the dog beach for the first part of the day, then off to the family thing later. Maybe will do that again this year!!
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