- disappointed.
She did not want Christmas to become cold or impersonal. She wanted to preserve the parts of the celebration that brought everyone together.
Fortunately, her family already had traditions that did not involve exchanging presents.
At Christmas brunch, she brought two large pans of cheesy hash brown casserole. Her sister prepared cinnamon rolls, while her mother arranged coffee, orange juice, and fresh fruit.
The meal gave everyone a reason to gather around the table and enjoy one another’s company.
They also introduced a simple activity. Before eating, each person
