Why should she have to do all the work when she isn’t even the host?

Being the person who takes on hosting duties for the holidays is a huge responsibility, but there are a lot of people who seem to do everything in their power not to treat it that way. Recent statistics suggest that the proportion of households inviting over family or friends at least once a month has fallen over 30% since the 70s. It is very easy to blame all kinds of modern ills for this decline, but one of the reasons is undeniably that it is a big commitment! The cooking, cleaning, and entertaining all add up to a significant amount of time and effort.

Of course, it can be well worth it for the payoff that is enjoying spending time together. It’s just important that the work involved gets properly recognized. This is a big part of the reason that countless families face drama surrounding who hosts and who does what to contribute. If somebody is expected to do everything all the time without being given an alternative option, there is every chance that they will become resentful.

While having that relative who creates the family holiday traditions can be wonderful, there also comes a time when others should think about taking over or at least relieving some of the burden. Cooking a full Thanksgiving meal is a significant task, but it is something that most can learn when they have a little willpower and patience.