This Christmas movie goes to show that no matter how hard you try, you can never truly escape the holiday season. Whether or not you trying to evade the holidays is your neighbor's business is an unfavored opinion. But, the fact is the season is meant to be merry and bright, and we should hold our loved ones extra close in this time of giving, no matter how infuriating Christmas tasks may seem. Here are some things we've learned from "Christmas with the Kranks."

1. Don't try to put up roof decorations by yourself. And, be nice to Frosty.

2. If you absolutely have to steal your neighbor's Christmas tree, don't use a little red wagon to do so.

3. If you send your daughter to Peru in the Peace Corps, she will come back with a Peruvian fiance.

4. Always keep an umbrella in your car. Always.

5. If you get Botox, don't try to eat peaches.

6. If you do decide not to celebrate Christmas, it is OK to proceed with your usual donations.

7. Do your Christmas meal shopping early ... very early.

8. Everyone acts crazy during the holidays. It's OK to stand up to your neighbors, and carry out your holiday season the way you want.

9. There are safer ways to deal with unwanted carolers and your neighbor's pets.

10. Avoid tanning during the winter. You will look strange, especially to your priest.

11. Enjoy every Christmas with your loved ones, no matter how you feel about the season, because you never know when it may be your last. Cherish the memories - the good, bad, and the crazy.