Edds Christmas Eve Tradition

As Great Grandmother Kitty Edds’ seven children began having their own children, things became crowded under her Christmas tree. At some point, probably around 1968, a decision was made to gather her family together on Christmas Eve freeing them to open Christmas morning gifts at their individual homes. As most everyone lived locally, travel wasn’t an issue. Forty some years later, the Edds are still gathering for Christmas, although it is a more complicated affair. Travel is now a formidable issue, as most families no longer live locally. Extended family obligations also make it difficult for many of the cousins to make the annual trip. Still, the kindred holiday spirit flows strongly, and has swept up the spouses in its wake.  Sandy loves this big family event and cherishes it as part of our holiday tradition.