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As someone who is hosting Christmas this year, I've been wondering how I will not only be able to entertain nigh on a dozen people but also attempt to put food on the table for all of them. Thinking about it, I've come up with a little list of things that I would find helpful if they were passed on to my guests: Compliment People A flattering remark, a kind word, an admiring comment - whether to me or to any other guest - will usually result in a smile that will give you pleasure for days afterwards. Depending on the appropriateness of the situation, choose from an assortment of the following comments shortly after arrival: Dress Up At what other time of year do you have an excuse to dress up? Get your glad rags on and make an effort to look smart and attractive. The hosts will appreciate it. Offer help to the hosts On arrival, ask if you can help by relieving the hosts of a particular responsibility such as topping up the drinks or keeping the fire going or being in charge of the children until the turkey is served. Guests sometimes forget how hard it is for the hosts to keep on top of the 'entertaining' aspect as well all as the cooking - and, equally, the hosts sometimes forget to delegate tasks to guests who may enjoy being 'in charge' of something by way of contribution to the proceedings. Go for a family walk after lunch Gathering the family together and walking to the park and back after lunch will give the hosts time to clear up and prepare for tea and mince pies by the time you return. You'll be doing them a favour by getting the rest of the family out of the way for an hour! Smile It costs nothing to smile so feel free to smile kindly and liberally at everyone around you. You never know, it might give your granddad a moment of pleasure that he'll remember when he's thinking back on the day at a later date. Merry Christmas, Fools.