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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 78247917 United States12/26/2019 11:03 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | First and foremost I'm relieved it's over. I'm a mom and I am a one person Christmas machine. I do all the shopping, wrapping, baking, decorating, and cleaning. If not for me Christmas wouldn't happen in my house. It's exhausting but I do it out of love for my family. Quoting: I'm tired 78084014 At the same time I get very depressed. I make sure to send my nieces and nephews Christmas gifts, but my brother and sister don't even return my texts. My elderly dad and his wife came in from out of town to visit them but didn't stop at my house, though we did meet for dinner at a resuraunt but dad was a rude grouch. If traveling is such a hassle maybe stay home for the holidays? But he's 73 and you can't tell him anything. I tell myself not to have unrealistic expectations, and I can't control how others behave, but every year I have such high hopes. Hubby says maybe just stop trying so hard but that's just not me. Jesus gave of Himself without any expectations of gratitude in return and I do want to be like Him. I am very blessed and I honor Jesus by giving of myself as much as possible. At least the sun is shining here today but I am so tired and depressed. I am very grateful for my blessings... guess I just needed to vent a little. Can anyone else relate? You decided that you are this “one person Christmas machine” so you’ve created an identity for yourself. What if you let this go, redefine yourself as a different participant next year. What would the holidays look like if you changed it up, did not do so much, did not worry about failing anyone’s expectations of you. Did not worry about failing your OWN expectations of Yourself? Who would you be? |
| 4th strike
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 77930416 United States12/26/2019 11:10 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | First and foremost I'm relieved it's over. I'm a mom and I am a one person Christmas machine. I do all the shopping, wrapping, baking, decorating, and cleaning. If not for me Christmas wouldn't happen in my house. It's exhausting but I do it out of love for my family. Quoting: I'm tired 78084014 At the same time I get very depressed. I make sure to send my nieces and nephews Christmas gifts, but my brother and sister don't even return my texts. My elderly dad and his wife came in from out of town to visit them but didn't stop at my house, though we did meet for dinner at a resuraunt but dad was a rude grouch. If traveling is such a hassle maybe stay home for the holidays? But he's 73 and you can't tell him anything. I tell myself not to have unrealistic expectations, and I can't control how others behave, but every year I have such high hopes. Hubby says maybe just stop trying so hard but that's just not me. Jesus gave of Himself without any expectations of gratitude in return and I do want to be like Him. I am very blessed and I honor Jesus by giving of myself as much as possible. At least the sun is shining here today but I am so tired and depressed. I am very grateful for my blessings... guess I just needed to vent a little. Can anyone else relate? Stop doing nice things for those who don't appreciate your kindness. You are a good person, but you don't need to be a saint. What has your sister and brother ever done for you? Your father sounds miserable to be around. Listen to your husband and stop trying to please these cold relatives. It's time to do something nice for yourself. |
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| Zoinkian Prophet
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| Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 78084014 United States12/26/2019 11:21 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I just want to bring some happiness to people, really that's it My old man, I don't know when will be his last Christmas, so I try to be a good kid.... But yet here I am, feeling pretty low... I will never measurements up to Jesus that's for sure |
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 35246687 United States12/26/2019 11:31 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | First and foremost I'm relieved it's over. I'm a mom and I am a one person Christmas machine. I do all the shopping, wrapping, baking, decorating, and cleaning. If not for me Christmas wouldn't happen in my house. It's exhausting but I do it out of love for my family. Quoting: I'm tired 78084014 At the same time I get very depressed. I make sure to send my nieces and nephews Christmas gifts, but my brother and sister don't even return my texts. My elderly dad and his wife came in from out of town to visit them but didn't stop at my house, though we did meet for dinner at a resuraunt but dad was a rude grouch. If traveling is such a hassle maybe stay home for the holidays? But he's 73 and you can't tell him anything. I tell myself not to have unrealistic expectations, and I can't control how others behave, but every year I have such high hopes. Hubby says maybe just stop trying so hard but that's just not me. Jesus gave of Himself without any expectations of gratitude in return and I do want to be like Him. I am very blessed and I honor Jesus by giving of myself as much as possible. At least the sun is shining here today but I am so tired and depressed. I am very grateful for my blessings... guess I just needed to vent a little. Can anyone else relate? People really need to understand what “Christmas” is about. (I personally still enjoy Christmas and celebrate too. ) Here’s the best summary in a video for you to ponder. Could you ever imagine that the ruling class would use religion to control the masses? I’m sure your faith is strong, but expand your thinking. Are you not a co-creator on this little blue planet? OP—-You don’t need to give trinkets or gifts or be superhuman during Christmas to show your devotion to your ideals to others. Live by the golden rule everyday—and understand that holiday won’t suddenly make people live virtuously. I had to post this as you ironically mentioned the “ sun is shining”. :) Peace. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 73848670  Canada12/26/2019 11:36 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Every Xmas I remember why I like the fact there is no more contact with toxic family. Its bad enough rest of the year but people get worse during holidays. And I get to ignore it all now and enjoy the day eating stuff I normally don't. |
| Lance Roseman From BC
User ID: 45329550 Canada12/26/2019 11:49 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | There is a simple and effective hangover cure. Pickle juice believe it or not, it works a charm. Pickle juice followed by a pint of not overly cold water. If you are not busy weaving your own magick, you are trapped in anothers spell. “It’s time you realized that you have something in you more powerful and miraculous than the things that affect you and make you dance like a puppet.” – Marcus Aurelius |
| Anonymous Coward (OP) User ID: 78084014 United States12/26/2019 12:05 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Thanks for your kind replies, my friends. I need to get off glp and try to put this wreck of a house back together, feeling very unmotivated! |
| 4th strike
User ID: 78088401 United States12/26/2019 12:06 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Someday I'm going to take my hubby and kids down south for the holidays. Spend Christmas at the ocean in a little beach house, away from everyone. No presents, no baking... just be with nature and people who truly love me. That is my dream. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78084014 Thanks for your kind replies, my friends. I need to get off glp and try to put this wreck of a house back together, feeling very unmotivated! You'll figure it out. That's the spirit of Christmas. 4th strike |
| the deplorable ar-15 nut
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| Anonymous Coward User ID: 77930416 United States12/26/2019 12:19 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Someday I'm going to take my hubby and kids down south for the holidays. Spend Christmas at the ocean in a little beach house, away from everyone. No presents, no baking... just be with nature and people who truly love me. That is my dream. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78084014 Thanks for your kind replies, my friends. I need to get off glp and try to put this wreck of a house back together, feeling very unmotivated! The beach house Christmas sounds like a great idea to me. Your husband and children will love it. I hope that you will do this next year. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 78247917 United States12/26/2019 12:19 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I just want to make people happy, it's a depression time of year... and my nieces and nephews I never see them, if I can add one small happy memory for them it's not in vain... not the kid's fault the grown ups are so f#cked Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78084014 I just want to bring some happiness to people, really that's it My old man, I don't know when will be his last Christmas, so I try to be a good kid.... But yet here I am, feeling pretty low... I will never measurements up to Jesus that's for sure Notice a pattern? I, I, I, I.... Negative outlook, victimhood. Jesus who? It’s not your job to make People happy, or be the glue that binds a family. |
| 4th strike
User ID: 78088401 United States12/26/2019 12:19 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Someday I'm going to take my hubby and kids down south for the holidays. Spend Christmas at the ocean in a little beach house, away from everyone. No presents, no baking... just be with nature and people who truly love me. That is my dream. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78084014 Thanks for your kind replies, my friends. I need to get off glp and try to put this wreck of a house back together, feeling very unmotivated! The beach house Christmas sounds like a great idea to me. Your husband and children will love it. I hope that you will do this next year. Maybe you should hurry up. 4th strike |
| 4th strike
User ID: 78088401 United States12/26/2019 12:20 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | I just want to make people happy, it's a depression time of year... and my nieces and nephews I never see them, if I can add one small happy memory for them it's not in vain... not the kid's fault the grown ups are so f#cked Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78084014 I just want to bring some happiness to people, really that's it My old man, I don't know when will be his last Christmas, so I try to be a good kid.... But yet here I am, feeling pretty low... I will never measurements up to Jesus that's for sure Notice a pattern? I, I, I, I.... Negative outlook, victimhood. Jesus who? It’s not your job to make People happy, or be the glue that binds a family. You're going to make me use swear words. 4th strike |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 78259507  United Kingdom12/26/2019 12:26 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | It was my birthday yesterday. I had one friend call me to wish me happy birthday... Its kinda weird, none of my other friends or family did because they were all too busy celebrating Christmas, none of them are believers either. Disappointing yes, but I'm grateful for the clarity so there is that. |
| Anonymous Coward User ID: 76826016 United States12/26/2019 02:24 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Somebody once told me, “ I don’t know what the secret to success is, but here is the secret to failure, the secret to failure is trying to please everybody. You just can’t please everybody, it ain’t gonna happen” God bless you. I can tell you’re a genuine and sincere person who exercises her faith as Jesus has called us to do. Keep at it, ma’am! |
| chasity
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| UH User ID: 61932148 United States12/26/2019 02:55 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Someday I'm going to take my hubby and kids down south for the holidays. Spend Christmas at the ocean in a little beach house, away from everyone. No presents, no baking... just be with nature and people who truly love me. That is my dream. Quoting: Anonymous Coward 78084014 Thanks for your kind replies, my friends. I need to get off glp and try to put this wreck of a house back together, feeling very unmotivated! HOLLYWOOD FLORIDA...GREAT PLACE FOR X MAS! RIGHT ON THE WATER....OUT OF SEASON..ROOMS COST LESS. |
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| JBloggs
User ID: 78216202 United States12/26/2019 06:05 PM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | First and foremost I'm relieved it's over. I'm a mom and I am a one person Christmas machine. I do all the shopping, wrapping, baking, decorating, and cleaning. If not for me Christmas wouldn't happen in my house. It's exhausting but I do it out of love for my family. Quoting: I'm tired 78084014 At the same time I get very depressed. I make sure to send my nieces and nephews Christmas gifts, but my brother and sister don't even return my texts. My elderly dad and his wife came in from out of town to visit them but didn't stop at my house, though we did meet for dinner at a resuraunt but dad was a rude grouch. If traveling is such a hassle maybe stay home for the holidays? But he's 73 and you can't tell him anything. I tell myself not to have unrealistic expectations, and I can't control how others behave, but every year I have such high hopes. Hubby says maybe just stop trying so hard but that's just not me. Jesus gave of Himself without any expectations of gratitude in return and I do want to be like Him. I am very blessed and I honor Jesus by giving of myself as much as possible. At least the sun is shining here today but I am so tired and depressed. I am very grateful for my blessings... guess I just needed to vent a little. Can anyone else relate? Can totally relate. Put your feet up if you can.  |
