Holidays and families are a combustible combination. There are so many expectations of both and everyone manages to end up feeling bad about it. It has been close to 15 years since I spent Christmas with my family (long story, but aren't they all). I have a low keep holiday season and seem to enjoy it much more than my siblings who do spend time with family.

If you do decide to host Christmas eve the BS and arguements stay at the door. And I would suggest not serving any alcohol because that will just fuel the fires (although you might want to keep a secret stash for yourself )