Because in my little fragment of the family, christmas day is a cosy but modest affair that's quickly over. We do our real celebrating of Jesus' birthday on the eve of the 24th.
In any case, I've always been more of a fan of New Year's Eve. Xmas is alright, if a bit boring. But in my social circle, New Year's Eve is an occasion to get really really drunk and not come home till it's full light already (and in winter over here that's saying something).
I did have copious amounts of great wine however (can't remember which, something south african) so I apologize for lapses in my usually tight grasp of ze English.
I do wish everyone here o the escapist a very merry christmas, however you like to celebrate it. Have a drink, eat well, and be nice to each other. That's all Xmas needs.