As my babies are young men but still without girlfriends and ny parents have passed Xmas is quiet for us. Last year...after a year of treatment it was particularly special. With each son I cooked together a course for lunch. So prawn cocktails with son 1 including making the sauce etc. And prepping tbe crayfish. Son 2 and I made the deep fried camembert, prepped the oysters and the calamari. Son 3 and I made a special dessert. I made a simple toss salad and cut fruit. Simple and togetherness. Husband's job was to assist with the webber etc. And coordinate the drinka rtc. Tea was a basic roast dinner...hense the webber.
The meal prepping brought back memories of me doing the same with my Mum. I was exhausted though. Had a nap...but so happy to be alive to celebrate being with my family. Kath x
