Sorry to hear this , hugs from me to xCannot face putting up the full size tree this year - brought just a little one about 18 inches high - don't think it will hold any lights etc. so I have decided to hang a few of my special baubles on ribbon from the curtain pole so they can hand in the window but won't put them up until around 12th December. Reason for this is that this is the first ever Christmas that I am going to be on my own, also last year although not completely alone, my mother passed away just before Christmas and I am finding it all a little bit hard this year to find the joy!
Your tree is very creative and thoughtful xThe tree goes back in it's bag on new years day, and put away in the cupboard for another year.
I save bits of tinsel that would have ended up in the bin at the bowls club from their decorations. Plus the poppies which we get twice a year here on Anzac day and Remembrance Day. THey will get put on next xmas.
Can't wait untill tomorrow song , it's nice a song a day .. xChris Rea, love this one.
Think of it of a time to celebrate your Mother's life and the Christmases she gave you and all the pleasant memories.... maybe you could look out some photographs too?Cannot face putting up the full size tree this year - brought just a little one about 18 inches high - don't think it will hold any lights etc. so I have decided to hang a few of my special baubles on ribbon from the curtain pole so they can hand in the window but won't put them up until around 12th December. Reason for this is that this is the first ever Christmas that I am going to be on my own, also last year although not completely alone, my mother passed away just before Christmas and I am finding it all a little bit hard this year to find the joy!
What a lovely idea. I imagine there's all sorts of volunteering you could do on Christmas day.....but in your own time (as in when you're ready)Thank you all for taking the time to reply. As for a day and time to think of those we no longer have around us how about the 12th December and whenever you have a few minutes in the day, not too close to Christmas to spoil the day. If you want to raise a glass of something then please do I am one of those people who has an allergic reaction to alcohol so mine might have to be an alcohol free beer!
I have decided that Christmas day will be spent giving my bedroom a really good clean and a good clear out - I hope to start the new year having cleared out all the clothes that thankfully no longer fit because they are too big (the result of losing 4 stone). Then perhaps a bit of a re-arrange of the room and that should take care of most of the day so that I can sit and relax during the evening and I am sure a few phone calls from friends and family.
Then Boxing Day will be my Christmas Day when I have my son and his girlfriend for the day and will exchange presents and have the Christmas lunch, as someone else has said Christmas does not have to be held on the day.
I did consider volunteering on Christmas Day but decided for this year it was not the best option for me, maybe other years if I find myself on my own in future.
I'll just have to like your post. My phone says video not availableI love this tune, full of cosiness, peace and love
What a lovely idea. I imagine there's all sorts of volunteering you could do on Christmas day.....but in your own time (as in when you're ready)
Nice that you will be having your Christmas day on Boxing Day. @Kat100 had hers last week of November..... my friend and I have ours early as we can't be together Christmas Day...
Hello @srobertson06 and @Sable_Jan that's right Christmas does not just mean the 25th ..Thank you all for taking the time to reply. As for a day and time to think of those we no longer have around us how about the 12th December and whenever you have a few minutes in the day, not too close to Christmas to spoil the day. If you want to raise a glass of something then please do I am one of those people who has an allergic reaction to alcohol so mine might have to be an alcohol free beer!
I have decided that Christmas day will be spent giving my bedroom a really good clean and a good clear out - I hope to start the new year having cleared out all the clothes that thankfully no longer fit because they are too big (the result of losing 4 stone). Then perhaps a bit of a re-arrange of the room and that should take care of most of the day so that I can sit and relax during the evening and I am sure a few phone calls from friends and family.
Then Boxing Day will be my Christmas Day when I have my son and his girlfriend for the day and will exchange presents and have the Christmas lunch, as someone else has said Christmas does not have to be held on the day.
I did consider volunteering on Christmas Day but decided for this year it was not the best option for me, maybe other years if I find myself on my own in future.
I'll just have to like your post. My phone says video not available
Thanks RRB. Yes, I love that sing too. Got the film on DVD last year....wasn't the one I thought though would have to watch it again to remember now....must dig it out. Most Xmas ones are on kiddies bookcase but left the adult Ines in my room....somewhereIt's Bing Crosby, I'm dreaming of a White Christmas
That's lovely, thank youMerry Christmas Everyone!
Thank you @ellagy .. lovely , and nice doggies x they could be yoursMerry Christmas Everyone!
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