Just had my 4th annual Cookie Exchange with my neighbor friends. For about 20+ years I would wave hello to my neighbors but hardly talk to them, I was usually too busy. They knew I was JW and they were always tolerant, always nice to us. Since leaving the JW's I have made a point to get acquainted with them. We live at the very end of a dead end street and there are about 20 houses on our street. So this year there were 7 of us and I had some simple foods and beverage and we had some great conversation. They always ask questions about my ex religion. I tell them what I can but of course it's hard for them to understand completely. I let them know it's a cult. So it's interesting, but then we talk about other things too and then we trade up our cookies. Having this tradition has given me an excuse to do a little decorating too. I'll probably never go overboard with Christmas but it's fun to join in a bit.
This year I made Biscotti and Torrone, an Italian candy.
Anyone else start a Christmas Tradition?