I cook all the  time but I’m always nervous that, for some reason, wherever I am making may not turn out right. To avoid any additional stress at the holidays, I try to stick with the classics: baked Mac & cheese, turkey, spiral ham, chicken cutlets, dressing, mashed potatoes, etc… This year on Christmas Day my husband and I will be visiting his side of the family. We are bringing a few things but most items aren’t what we usually have at the holiday. And, what I’ve discovered is that a lot of the staples in my family’s meal is not theirs. 

I am grateful to not have to cook the whole meal on the holiday itself, especially since I am working. However, it is a strange feeling to know the familiar, comforting dishes won’t be there. Despite this, I will be surrounded by more people who care and that trumps any menu. 

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