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marie32
marie32
Hi all don't want to get u on a downer but I just can't be bothered no more about Christmas my kids are grown up av got my grandson which I love so much but I haven't even put a tree up its like iv lost all joy out of my life its easy said then done getting my head together but am just not happy with myself my life I use to love Christmas with my kids there still coming for Christmas dinner my kids are very understanding thst am sick but sometimes am sick of being sick my life is just being in my bed watching tv I feel like a in my own jail waiting to die I come on here because there's some things you can't tell your family thanks for listening have a great Christmas big hugs
tommymott
tommymott
I don't think Christmas brings us anything but I do think that we bring joy to Christmas and whatever else good happens. It's ok to make your decisions about it.
cherylmcgr
cherylmcgr
You are not alone, I have no joy over Christmas either. I hope this will change the closer it gets. I hope you enjoy your kids at your Christmas dinner. I know what you mean about sick of being sick I feel like I been in a black hole that I can't climb out of. I am looking for small things to be grateful for to get me through the day. big Christmas hugs back to you.
LoddyAoddylo
LoddyAoddylo
Christmas is always hard for me too. I hope you get to feeling better soon.
rappciteeinblue
rappciteeinblue
I think that in terms of self care, you need to do what is best for you. You can make Christmas into anything you want--including that being a much deserved vacation.
JennS
JennS
Christmas is the most difficult time of your for me. You are not alone. Hugs.
theatrediva
theatrediva
Hi Marie, I have to admit that I am what yu call a Christmas freak normally. But I have to say that this year I am feeling down myself and it is so annoying being around all my family and they all seem so happy and joy filled. Ugh. I am sorry you are down right now. And I went to send you BIG HUGS and some peace.
MayB
MayB
HI Marie,

Christmas can be a really hard time of year, with stress, and time pressure that can suck the joy out of this holiday....

Our work is to find a way to make Christmas joyful for us in whatever form that takes....

A big hug to you ((((hugs))))
Community LeaderSunCloudJD
SunCloudJD
Big hug for you Marie.... I hope that if you continue to be in a depression that you'll see your doc sweetie... Big hug...xo
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