Christmas eve rundown.

Went to my wife's parents house last night. Often, it's something I dread because of holiday overload, people acting up and so many presents nothing gets appreciated.

This year was pretty good though.

My mother in law actually asked us to bring a bottle of wine! This is a major fucking breakthrough. In years past we had to keep the bar outside in my trunk and bring plastic cups inside with our favorite holiday beverage.

I usually spend so much time bartending that I miss some of the festivities.

Much to my surprise, she gave up the tetotaling rule. She knows everyone drinks like a fish anyway including her husband and finally let the party come inside.

I guess it was because so many people didn't show up this year and she just was grateful that she didn't have to spend her favorite holiday alone. Usually we have all my wife's brother and sisters, their kids, plus some cousins their spouses etc...

Since we didn't ditch this year like everyone else did, we were treated extra special and were spared the shit assed catty comments my mother in law is famous for. Usually my wife is pissed or crying over some fucked up insensitve remarks
from her mom and sister.

This year was much better there were fewer presents, the kids got more attention and family togetherness.

We came home watched a new DVD and let the kids open a few gifts from under the tree.

This year was good. Nothing to complain about, which is very rare.

I want this trend to continue. Fewer gifts, acceptable adult behavior and a good time had by all.

Anyways...
I hope everyone had a great Christmas