Christmas Secrets: A Short Story

What’s a Christmas celebration without a little family drama?
Corrine brings her boyfriend, James, home for the first time.  Corrine knows her family has its issues, and at Christmas, the issues are on full display.  With James home with her, the drama seems to be in overdrive.   
But doesn’t everyone have a relative who drowns their pity in the eggnog? 
Or have a past romance that tries to rekindle itself? What about an unknown family member who makes themselves known during the holidays?  No, not everyone? Whatever her family drama, Corrine navigates the day with her boyfriend encouraging her that everyone has a little…. or a lot of family drama.  
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