I'm an only child with a small family, so no matter where I am - working or travelling - I always go home for the holidays. This year, I got back to Vancouver just in time for my parents' Christmas party with their friends and neighbors. I took to my usual post in the kitchen, which is helping with the turkey and stuffing. Afterwards, I stuffed my face with delicious food throughout the night.

I love the familiarity and the quietness of being home for Christmas. It lets me relax and prepare for the craziness of the new year.

Happy Holidays!

Some ingredients for the stuffingThe stuffing

The turkey, pre-oven. 

Guests munching on appetizers while I watch Jamie Oliver cook his turkey on the Food Network. The neighbor's kids - 3 little reindeers! Our Christmas tree and a football game.