Who Gets Christmas?

Yes, I know Christmas is still two months away but it’s not too early to start thinking about who gets Christmas. Before you are married it’s usually an easy enough decision. Most people would spend Christmas with their family. Once you marry suddenly there are a whole host of other people and other traditions to consider. If you have families that are close together in distance it may work to go to one for Christmas lunch and the other for dinner or it may be possible to all get together.But sometimes that doesn’t really keep anyone happy. If your families … Continue reading

Do You Buy a Joint Christmas Gift?

Christmas is a very happy and jolly time for families and couples. I love the excitement in the air and the decorations around the town. I even enjoy doing my Christmas shopping during the last few days. However once you have been married for several years, especially if you have children, Christmas shopping and gift opening can turn more to others than you and your mate. After being married for a few years, many couples decide to buy joint a Christmas present. In other words, they do not get each other a Christmas present. Instead they choose to make a … Continue reading