Tradition is something we all hold dear to our hearts. Every family has their own twist on traditions during the holidays. During Thanksgiving, most families buy and prep a turkey and have a buffet-like dinner. Some families base their food choices from their diet. My family is kind of in between. Thanksgiving in my family is both traditional and creative at the same time. Every year, Thanksgiving has been held at my house for members of my family to come and celebrate.
Tradition is an important part of our family for every Thanksgiving and Christmas. First, we prep the turkey. Usually the women in my family do this while my dad and uncles barbecue the other meat.
While the food is being prepped, most of the other adults are outside mingling and catching up with each other.
What makes my family traditions different from other families is when we pray for the food. My Grandpa prays in Tongan instead of English. Part of my Grandpas family visits from Tonga this time of the year and we want them to feel welcomed always. Unfortunately this year most of my cousins weren’t able to make Thanksgiving because they all attend college in Oregon. Thankfully, they will be here for Christmas.
December is a month that is filled with joy and Christmas cheer. This month means a whole lot to many families who cherish the holidays together. “Every year on Christmas day, my family and I get together and cook prime rib for dinner”, says sophomore Savannah Hall.
People have different traditions that their family do every year. Freshman Earl Yusada says, “My immediate family likes to decorate the house and the Christmas tree together”. Sophomore Faith Fautanu says, “My family and I go to church and sing carols on Christmas.” Faith Fautanu.
December is looking at everyone’s Christmas decorations, singing holiday songs, staying in drinking hot cocoa, and watching Hallmark movies all month. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
