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[quote=Anonymous]Yes but I also find our families very stressful and can often ruin a holiday with the fighting so I am happy to not have me, my DH or my kids be a part of that anymore.
We only have 1 toddler now so I hope it feels more full when we have more kids. And when they are at ages to really remember and look forward to different traditions.
I really try to make an effort to make special meals, decorate for holidays and plan traditions so that our kids can look forward to them and they feel like special days rather than just a normal Sunday. Even if it feels silly, just having the picture of us dressed up or a picture with the house decorated in the background makes me feel like we had a holiday and not just another normal day.

OP I am guessing it is even harder for you because your DH isn't available on holidays. I would still try to make an effort to do things special for the holidays even though it is just you and the kids. If my DH wasn't available on holidays, I would always make a reservation for a special meal to take the kids to - let them order shirley temples and dessert. Something special.[/quote]

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