Some thoughts about holiday dinners...

 ...that I hope will make your holidays just a little bit easier :-)

• Don't invite more people than your dining table can hold.
• Keep it simple, especially if you have a large group.
• Choose a menu that doesn't require you to stand in the kitchen for hours while your guests are there.
• Do as much prep ahead of time as you can, use your freezer if need be.
• Don't feel like you have to make everything from scratch.
  
• When people offer to bring part of the meal, accept with joy !!
• If you need help, ask for it and be specific, if it's part of the meal or washing the dishes.
• Don't try new recipes unless you are very sure of yourself. If possible make a practice run. Or use your old favorites.
  
• Delegate,delegate, delegate !! Food and jobs, like appetizers or drinks, setting the table or washing dishes.
• Remember you too should enjoy this meal !!!

Bob after too many loads of dishes last year.

As for us, this year we are going out to eat ;-)