Started the day with no strategy. But, a planned workout on the schedule. 3 hours with VO2 intervals. Fun!
Quick breakfast of chocolate-banana and almond croissants, with some fresh fruit. Hop on the bike, and do the dirty deed. 2400 calories burned later, I get back in the kitchen and start to do my duty for the evening. Candied yams and green been casserole, all fresh with no cans involved, so that takes a good 1.5 hours. By the time we sit down at 5:15, I dig in pretty heartily. First time I've sat down since breakfast.
I can't really move right now, but I'm not all too worried. We prepare our holiday dishes a bit healthier than is traditional. Well, except for the apple pie and vanilla ice cream later in the day.
Hectic but fun day. I think as long as you approach the holidays sensibly, there's no reason to over-think things. Eat, be merry, and enjoy the company of family/friends/pets.