Christmas Alone in Fact or in Spirit

I shall be spending Christmas alone. While I would much prefer to be with my children, they all live abroad so it isn't possible. However, I shall still enjoy it. I'm putting up the tree this week-end, I've already bought a load of chocolate, and will be having a proper Christmas dinner. Those who don't wish to be alone can surely pop along to the Salvation Army or some other charity, and lend a hand. No point sitting feeling sorry for yourself, what does that achieve?

Grandma70s Can you not watch them on TV Catch up and enjoy them on Boxing day.

There’s some very good TV in the evening on Christmas Day. Swan Lake, Call the Midwife and Upstart Crow. Unfortunately they’re all on at roughly the same time.

It's a day. It begins and ends like any other.

I have my annual tv. viewing lined up. Larkrise to Candleford, Ballykissangel and Casablanca .

I've been thinking I might fit a new bath panel.

I will be around- there is not a lot on TV. I was thinking of painting my bedroom!

You are right Alexa, Christmas Day is hyped as a happy family day with such high expectations, which leaves others,who for whatever reason, feeling even worse.

On a happier Christmassy note I watched the programme about the 4 year olds and older people last night and found it sweet and often moving and admit to shedding a tear, softy that I am.

Wishing all a peaceful relaxing Christmas, and a happy and healthy new year, hopefully there will be something nice on tv.

Alexa I expect there are many who feel like you. It can be a lonely day. I am sure there will be many popping into GN for a chat so why not join in. I hope this year will be a better one for you.