To All of You Suffering Through the holidays

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Ruthanne

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Know that you are not alone. So many of us are suffering just like you. Whether you are dealing with loss, health issues, financial issues, personal issues or any hard times. This year has been especially hard for me and now it is even harder because of what is going on in my life now. I won't go into it now but it's one of the hardest times of my life. And I know others I know don't know what is going on. Anyways, I'm sorry for whatever you are going through and hope better times will come back to you. Wishing you peace and adding my love. 💜🌹

I hope you will feel at home to post about your troubles this holiday season. People do care, those with hearts, that is. I care. Even if you post nothing there is always hope for you.

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Thank you @Ruthanne.

Christmas day was always unhappy growing up. Years ago I decided to decorate a little and would enjoy the thrift stores before the holidays. This year I didn't go much.

Seems like a lousy time right now. And you are right, it can be for many. For so many reasons.

My stepfather allowed my mother to isolate himself and us kids from holiday gatherings his family had. They were very big on holiday gatherings. And I remember the few we went to, my mother made an ass out of herself. We just stopped going.

I know we went to a picnic gathering for my stepfather's mother's b-day. She must have been somewhere in her 80's at the time. She opened a large heavy box from her children. It ended up containing a beautiful necklace and they had weighted the box. Everyone seemed to enjoy that. My mother? My mother hated that woman for no reason.
 
Yes, @Remy you're right it can be hard for individuals and families too. Some families have some conflict going on and every year isn't very pleasant at all. I have experienced that in the past. No fun there.....

That's pretty cool about your stepfather's mother and them getting her a beautiful necklace!

I didn't decorate at all this year. There's too much sadness going on here and I am not up to it.

Thanks for sharing and sorry it's not good for you either. 🤗

Ruth 💜 💜
 
chic said:
Hugs @Ruthanne.

I'm not actively miserable but compared to last year at this time, I am seriously unhappy. Hugs from chic.

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Thank you. I could really use a hug about now. I'm sorry you are unhappy at this time. It's ok not to enjoy these holidays. Not everyone does that's for sure. I'm just taking each day as it comes and doing things that keep me from crying. Been cooking and listening to music today. All my best to you 🤗💜
 
Ruthanne said:
Know that you are not alone. So many of us are suffering just like you. Whether you are dealing with loss, health issues, financial issues, personal issues or any hard times. This year has been especially hard for me and now it is even harder because of what is going on in my life now. I won't go into it now but it's one of the hardest times of my life. And I know others I know don't know what is going on. Anyways, I'm sorry for whatever you are going through and hope better times will come back to you. Wishing you peace and adding my love. 💜🌹

I hope you will feel at home to post about your troubles this holiday season. People do care, those with hearts, that is. I care. Even if you post nothing there is always hope for you.

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Wonderful thread and post, @Ruthanne

Thank you for it, and my heart goes out to you , and to all who are reading this.
 
Ruthanne said:
Thank you. I could really use a hug about now. I'm sorry you are unhappy at this time. It's ok not to enjoy these holidays. Not everyone does that's for sure. I'm just taking each day as it comes and doing things that keep me from crying. Been cooking and listening to music today. All my best to you 🤗💜
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Good idea keeping busy when we can, dear ruthanne.

And I wish I was there.
I could use a big gentle hug too,
And would love to share one with you.
 
Ruthanne, it was very nice and timely of you to bring up this subject. Hate to hear that you're having a rough time, and surely there are plenty of folks who are unhappy for one reason or another-- which is doubly hard to handle at Christmastime. It surely helps some to realize that they're not alone in their tough times. God bless you.
 
Ruthanne said:
Thank you. I could really use a hug about now. I'm sorry you are unhappy at this time. It's ok not to enjoy these holidays. Not everyone does that's for sure. I'm just taking each day as it comes and doing things that keep me from crying. Been cooking and listening to music today. All my best to you 🤗💜
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You are hanging in there! Music is a great healer.
 
Sliverfox said:
I could say a few words about sons & families,,,,BUT,, what
most that bothers me this Christmas is out declining health. :eek: :cry:
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Sons & families....not to mention daughters & families😟. So glad I had two of them because one of them is bringing her babies over tonight for more fun around the Christmas tree. Sorry though about your health Sliverfox. I hope the New Year is an improvement for you.
 
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