How do you feel about the holidays?
916881
You know my husband died in Iraq august 04 and even though to this day it is so very hard to get through the holidays without him i do it for everyone else because to me the holidays are the happiest times of the whole year. Its hard but to think the whole timeabout the oes you lost or how stressful it is makes it all that much worse. But then again everyone is different i guess
981846
I'd love snow on Thanksgiving, but definitely would like it on Christmas.  And, a couple weekends in December (helps me get in the Christmas shopping mode).\n\nStay warm!!!
686027
All major holidays, like today.  \n\nPresidents Day\nMemorial Day\n4th of July\nVeterans Day\nThanksgiving\nChristmas
1103641
I am 22 and unmedicated for Bipolar. I think about or attempt every winter. The happiest time of the year. I live a couple of hrs away from my nearest family member but they have never come to see me. even when they are in town for business they will not call they just pass on thru and keep on going. They know where I live and my cell but they will not call or come by\nThe lonlyness of the holiday sesion, seeing every one happy and in love it is just depressing when you are alone. Feeling like no one cares about you or loves you during thanksgiving & christmas. Lets be thankful for what we have right well what do you have really? what makes it the happiest time of the year? Family they haven't rembered me sence I was 12. Friends they have there own familys and can't come by when needed.\nSo every year I sit and I think and I plan.\nLast year I was about to when I got a call from my sister in law telling me that my mother was in the hospital for emergency heart surgery. I couldn't leave my mom in the hospital possible on her death bed wondering if I was going to come or not. I couldn't break her heart when she might not survive to see the next year.\n\nbut now the summers half over and i wonder what will this year be ike?
819149
Just saw on the news a family who has one son serving in Iraq for the SECOND time, & another off in Florida "training." That's enough to make anybody sad. I suppose there can be any number of reasons, & I've "heard" many people are depressed on holidays, not just Thanksgiving. Except for the situation like the one above, I've no idea. I've always enjoyed them. But then, I tend to focus on the "upside" of everything!\n\n*** Just read a couple of answers why some people are sad. I'm truly sorry. I just lost two very good friends, (I don't have any family), & for various reasons, didn't have anyone to "MY" house nor did I feel like driving anywhere, so I roasted a turkey breast & did all the other stuff & it was fun. Now I can go have a turkey sandwich & pecan pie with my kitty & enjoy festive lights across the lake. (NO! My kitty doesn't get any turkey or pie! She's on a diet & wouldn't want it anyway!) Guess you have to open your senses to all the really good things, in spite of the in spite ofs....
966397
My boyfriend... spending Christmas just the two of us this year. no family. just us. sweet.... Guess the turkey won't be the only thing getting well and truly stuffed this Christmas! He he! \n(My boyfriend is like Santa... he can come up my chimney anytime! ...and he knows if i've been bad or good....)
711792
It's become a lot happier since having kids.  Before, it really dragged on me to feel obligated to be "merry" and "jolly" and "forgiving", etc., when I just wanted to get through as I would any other time of year.  But my two young boys are royally jacked for Christmas, and their enthusiasm fires up mine.  But yes, we'll really take it on the chin come the January credit card bills.  Yet to see them happy and enjoy things I didn't as a child, will make up for it in many ways.
448480
my question is how do you feel about it . If you are happy then is ok
734752
None...I found out that i will be alone. I found that out today. I am not feeling sorry for myself and i would serve others if i were well enough to....but i am not, so I will watch the snow fall and perhaps play on the computer and remember my friends....read, watch a little telly...and write to those who mean a lot to me thanking them for being in my life.\nFood....I am simply thankful for anything I have ......thanks for the question....i needed this reality check.\nLioncourt
911520
Happy Thanksgiving to everyone that can't be with their familys during this holiday season.\n\nAnd boo to the one person that rated this question a thumbs down before I answered it.  Quit being an unpatriotic scrooge.  It's because of these very men and women that you can be free.  Shame on you.
980686
I say keep things minimalistic in terms of ornaments and other decorations, and (I know it sounds corny but bear with me) show the celebration instead through emotional warmth and connection.\n\nOne of the best parts of the holidays is getting to be with your loved ones, and in the end it should be more about that than decorations (though I do sympathize with your bf in that sometimes going all out with the trees and ornaments can be great fun.)  I know I would love nothing more than to be able to spend Christmas with my boyfriend, but I won't get to this year because I'll have to be down in Texas visiting my parents.\n\nNot to say I don't like seeing them, but really my heart wants me to stay where I am now, and be sitting with my boyfriend on Christmas morning with a cup of hot chocolate as we get to sit amid little piles of torn wrapping paper and watch the tinsel get shaken from the tree as his little nieces and nephews run around.  But no, I'll be stuck, well below the Mason-Dixon line and unhappy regardless of what decorations there are...\n\nRemind your boyfriend that while getting everything decked out for the holidays can be very enjoyable, at the end of the day, it's not about the tree or the ornaments on it but who's going to be gathered around it come Christmas morning.  I wish you good luck, and I hope the pain you feel from the loss of your grandmother will be eased soon.
843567
In America, we celebrate plenty of different holidays. Christmas, Thanksgiving, Valentines, Halloween, Independence Day, St. Patricks Day, Easter, New Years (January1st), Labor Day, Memorial Day, Veterans Day. Even some from different ethnicity, Tet (Chinese New Years), Cinco de Mayo, Hannukah (Not sure I spelled that right), Kwanza, and plenty more that I can't think of right now.\nI don't specifically have a favourite holiday, but if I had to choose, I'd say Christmas, and I know a lot of people love this holiday too, but I love it because it brings everyone together and puts a great smile onto our faces. Don't get me wrong, I love the presents, decorating, and Christmas shopping, but one of the best parts is, it gets everyone in a good mood, and I like that about people, it let's them forget some of there troubles and let's them just have fun because it's such an important day to us and our families, and let us enjoy our fun traditions. And I really mean it, not trying to be cheesy.
706429
a lot actually... but the best part about Christmas is sharing/giving not just of material things to others but of your time, love & attention... sometimes it's better to just be there for your loved ones... to spend time with them... bond with them... share your joys and even tears... for me, relationships are truly important... healthy & fruitful relationships will give u true happiness :) Happy Holidays :)
748258
Happy Turkey day to you too.\nI work in a group home for mentally ill adults.  All my children are grown and have obligations to spouses families.  So I am working, cooking the MEAL for my clients and my Hubby and Grand daughter are joining me here.\nThese people get forgotten at this time of year.  So I do what I can.
772647
Good for you. \n\ni applaud you. *clap* *clap* *clap* *clap*\n\ni am glad that some people still feel the true spirit of Christmas, instead of the crazed buying spree type views that the stores want you to use.\n\none more *clap, clap, clap*
870686
At the core holidays are great.  At the simplest level, they are a break from work and a chance to have fun with friends and family.  \n\nMany of the holidays are over the top.  Too many people worry at Christmas, but gifts and decorations.  There is also an incredible pressure to have the perfect Christmas, instead of the more possible goal of just having a good time.  This pressure wreaks the fun and celebration.
769484
I love the smiles on my grandchildrens faces on Christmas , and watching them play with their toys . My family isn't as bad as you portrayed .\nWe really don't play the spend too much money game either . We just can't afford it . Wow I thank you for this question because now I feel better \nthan I have been feeling . We have even less money to spend this year as I've been injured and can't work , but my babys won't care , they just love spending time with their extended family .\nIsn't that what it's all about .