Have an All American Christmas

How to have an All American Christmas. The American tradition of Christmas is really putting aside the religious factor and just coming together.

Steps

 * 1) Start Christmas shopping on Black Friday. Black Friday is the Friday after Thanksgiving where lots of stores (i.e. Walmart and Target) put items/products on sale. Many Americans will head out to stores to catch great sales on gifts. After that you put them away and get ready for the tree.[[Image:Have an All American Christmas Step 1.jpg|center]]
 * 2) Decorate a Christmas tree. Go with a theme, or put on many different ornaments and decorations. On Christmas Eve, place wrapped gifts under the tree.[[Image:Have an All American Christmas Step 2.jpg|center]]
 * 3) Cook a nice meal on Christmas Eve. It's common to make baked chicken, potatoes, yams, similar to a traditional Thanksgiving meal, however any meal will do. Don't be afraid to have leftovers: most will eat that on Christmas for dinner.[[Image:Have an All American Christmas Step 3.jpg|center]]
 * 4) Do something related to Christmas, whether it be having a Christmas movie marathon, attending Mass, or relaxing with the ones you love.[[Image:Have an All American Christmas Step 4.jpg|center]]

Tips

 * If you can't cook don't burn the kitchen down, and don't try to cook.
 * Put your leftovers in containers for refrigeration and or guests.
 * If you don't have a tree you probably won't have a traditional Christmas but, you could still add flare originality and your own personal style and or flavor to your Christmas.
 * Don't rush your guests/family to leave after the parade or right away. It's a good idea to spend Christmas with your family and friends. Enjoy the moment and their company.

Warnings

 * Do not put ANY KIND OF TREE near anything flammable.
 * Follow the directions on cooking instructions PLEASE! It's for your safety.

Things You'll Need

 * Food, dessert, and drink
 * A place to celebrate
 * Gift(s)-(optional)
 * A Christmas tree(real or fake)
 * Tree decorations/ornaments