We used to do a huge Christmas, but stopped it years ago. I actually prefer what we do now.
We get up (earlier than I'd like - kids, ya know) and start the coffee. We then open stockings and presents while sipping coffee. Then we have a nice breakfast. Toward early afternoon, we head over to my mom's house to spend the day with family. We have a simple lunch - usually a choice between ham or turkey sandwiches with a choice of cheese and additions. I typically make homemade potato salad to go with it. Dessert is a spread of all the Christmas goodies we've been baking to give to others and more coffee.
It's simple and quiet and no-fuss. And, I like it that way!
We get up (earlier than I'd like - kids, ya know) and start the coffee. We then open stockings and presents while sipping coffee. Then we have a nice breakfast. Toward early afternoon, we head over to my mom's house to spend the day with family. We have a simple lunch - usually a choice between ham or turkey sandwiches with a choice of cheese and additions. I typically make homemade potato salad to go with it. Dessert is a spread of all the Christmas goodies we've been baking to give to others and more coffee.
It's simple and quiet and no-fuss. And, I like it that way!