Ugh, it is like my Thanksgiving all over again. Although, I had 10 under 10, so maybe not so bad.

Do you HAVE to have a seated dinner? Can it be more buffet style? That way you can set up chairs but not necessarily tables.

I don't know about some people's families, but we are huge fans of TV trays. Using them meant we were all together, eating great food, having a great time!

Sorry, but I just can't wrap my mind around outside dining for Christmas!! (here, I am sure we could carve seats out of our snow drifts!!!)

Good Luck!!