Three Friends

Goodness that is so much hassle Linda having to rent a community hall for a family Christmas .... I suppose some BIG families do it but it is not something we have ever done !
Granny Greta Casey used to do the big Casey Christmas dinner in UK  but the Casey girls all helped too !

Of course it is easier here as it is Summer and the family gatherings can be outside and not involve all the Northern Christmas HOT dinner stuff SO much easier I Do have to say ! NOT as festive as in UK because of the weather really but still ... easier !

After the carry on last year Darien I am not surprised you want a bit of peace and to do your own thing again.  You can always have a gathering earlier or later ...... than 25th !