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BeadsContributor
I was about to give up on all this because I've just spent an inordinate amount of time working out how to do a new post.
I just want Christmas to be over. I got tired of people asking me if I was all ready for Christmas. I have one relative here and that's it. Not everyone has a big family. The question triggers me and it's so annoying to hear that question. Nevertheless I feel sad that Christmas will never be the same as it used to be.
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DimitySenior Contributor
Thanks for posting @Beads . I agree Christmas brings memories of other times - perhaps happy, perhaps not. The lights and festivities leave contrasting shadows for some. I wish you dtrength to get through the day and good health and happiness in the New Year - we sll deserve that.
Dimity
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wellwellwellnezSenior Contributor
Thanks for getting the inevitable ball rolling.
And, let me take the occasion to wish you well.
Xmas has been a challenge for me since I don't know how many xmas's ago.
I think it's easier the more you take the pressure off.
That's my main strategy for this year.
Jesus preached forgiveness and humility, after all.
We'll get through.
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
@Beads Well done on doing your first thread. 🙂
I'm sorry your Christmas is sad. I understand how you want it to be over - I can relate, I've always felt that.
Just half a day now and it will be over for another year.
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NatureLoverSenior Contributor
@wellwellwellnez wrote:I think it's easier the more you take the pressure off.
That's my main strategy for this year.
It's true, I've found this.
Hoping your day is manageable, @wellwellwellnez 🙂
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BPDSurvivorSenior Contributor
I absolutely resonate @Beads . I don't see the 'merry' in Christmas nor the 'happy' in new year.
Over the years, I'm learning to manage this time of year, but I still absolutely see that it can be so triggering and challenging for many.
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HistoryloverSenior Contributor
I have the same problem finding my way into the forum every time I post something if I haven't done it for a while too, @Beads. And the same problem dealing with the xmas questions. There must be a lot of people who don't look forward to the festive season. Sending best wishes to you and hoping you're doing alright.
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KrishnaSenior Contributor
Hi @Beads Thanks for the post. The hardest day of the year for me and happy to see the sun finally setting on this day. It's been a long one for sure. If only my neighbours would turn their Christmas music down. Enough already. I hope you've managed to get through the day okay. 🙏❤️
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wellwellwellnezSenior Contributor
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
@Beads Welcome. Hope its worth getting over that hurdle. When issues pop up on the forum. perservere and reach out either on the forum or behind the scenes by email.
Good meme posted @wellwellwellnez
@Historylover
@Krishna
@BPDSurvivor
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HistoryloverSenior Contributor
Sending season's greetings to you @Appleblossom. Cheers!😊
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