FabSwingers.com forum: spending Xmas alone

By *abio OP Man
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

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By *he-Hosiery-GentMan
over a year ago

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"always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

Likewise.

Due to family stuff which I'm not going to get onto on here, it looks as if I'll be spending my first Christmas, solo, too.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

Don't thinkmincould cope with Christmas on my own. Hope I never have to. Think I would probably offer my help at a shelter somewhere.

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By *he-Hosiery-GentMan
over a year ago

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"always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

Fabio, you're putting me to shame. I'm not even sure I can be bothered to cook for just myself!

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By *evilwolfCouple
over a year ago

Leicestershire

Don't thinkmincould cope with Christmas on my own. Hope I never have to. Think I would probably offer my help at a shelter somewhere."

Think I'd rather do a shift at the soupkitchen too than be on my ownsome that day...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I spent one Christmas in the army so it wasn't alone as such, but it wasn't the best either. I had one Christmas totally on my own, just a couple of months after my ex wife left. Never want to do that again.

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By *ezebelWoman
over a year ago

North of The Wall - youll need your vest

Fabio meet Donky. Donkey meet Fabio...

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By *i 1 Get 1 FreeCouple (MM)
over a year ago

birmingham

Ol is not a Christmas person, it'll come and go, just another day.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ill be spending Xmas eve and Xmas day night alone, have done a few years before, got a little d*unk as made me miss having someone in my life... But right now I'm just going with the fact that I make it what it is x

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By *atisfy janeWoman
over a year ago

Torquay

The year after my Mum died, I was in my late teens and my new boyfriend (now my husband) was sent out to the States with work....my older brother was serving overseas and my sister was living in Zimbabwe.

I spent Christmas alone as my flatmates were back home with their families....and it was a terribly lonely time.

So I hope you get through the holidays Ok Fabio....try to keep busy.

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By *he-Hosiery-GentMan
over a year ago

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"Fabio meet Donky. Donkey meet Fabio..."

PMSL!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I spent Xmas on my own 2 years ago due to unexpected circumstances.

I rushed out to the shops on Xmas eve for food as I had little in the house and on the big day made myself a great meal and totally indulged myself.

Had a few drinks and watched a few films online and really enjoyed my day.

Not something I would wish to do every year but I was determined to have a good time and did so,

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By *abio OP Man
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

i wasn't say it was the worst thing, just something I think that struck me today as i was going thru the stuff I am going to need to buy to get thru the holibobs...

the fact i get to control the remote is cool, and that i don't have to get up at silly o'clock is alluring, it just made me feel the whole atmosphere was just weird...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have only spent one Xmas alone, but I quite enjoyed it. Got all the phone calls out of the way first thing and then the rest of the day indulged myself.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Can't remember my first Christmas alone as it was over 25 years ago. I much prefer to be on my own than with peeps I do not know well.

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By *abio OP Man
over a year ago

Newcastle and Gateshead

mind you.. on the plus side I have the week off... so I may have to do some travelling to see some friends..... lol

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By *ssexguy69Man
over a year ago

thurrock Essex

HALF OF MY CHRISTMASES IM ON MY TOD , AV MY SON HF IT THEN ITS JUST ME AND THE BUDGIE LOL

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

Im not allowed to spend christmas on my own, but the years ive got away with it its been heaven. One year i had a corned beef sandwich for my lunch. Loved it, guess it depends if you look at the positive or negative.

You could always go and help those less fortunate

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn

I am this year and that is by choice as my family are abroad and I chose not to go.

I am really looking forward to it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have to work christmas day, I will gladly swap with you

Altho if you are looking for something to keep you occupied, many charities especially homeless shelters, soup kitchens and help the aged would certainly be glad if some help

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I spose it depends on what Christmas means to you. To me it means family celebration. To others it is truly christ's mass, celebrating the coming of the messiah. If it means neither of these it really is just another day .........

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Can't remember my first Christmas alone as it was over 25 years ago. I much prefer to be on my own than with peeps I do not know well.

I spend much of Christmas on my own, my son always comes around for Christmas day lunch, but he has his own life so I'm happy to see him go off and enjoy himself.

Christmas's past used to be grand affairs when my mum and dad were alive, but now there is just me and my son left

To be honest over the last three years I have found encouragement from friends and forumites on here like Pearl who tackle Christmas head on with every intention of enjoying themselves even though they will be home alone, somehow it helps me cope a little better xxx

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I still live with my ex while we're going through divorce(both on fab). I'm also in the process of buying her out as part of that process.

Last year we still spent it together at her parents end. This year will be the first one apart(we're still friends and being amicable). She's going to visit her parents for xmas(about 3hrs away) and i'll be going round to visit mine for xmas day itself though might mean being home alone xmas eve and waking up with nothing but the dog for company.

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By *oxy_minxWoman
over a year ago

Scotland - Aberdeen

This year will be my 3rd of 4th xmas on my own, and I will admit that I love it.

I do cook myself a mini xmas dinner, always have a few bottles of bubbly in the fridge and then settle down watching all the films....bliss (for me!)

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Of the few times I spent Christmas with peeps other than just my ex-hubby/late partner, they all ended in tears/arguments.

Hence I'd rather be on my own than with anyone else.

I'll be busy cooking for a start. The joy of having full control of the remote control, and eat, drink and do whatever I want, whenever I want, is pure bliss.

Not unlike my usual weekends alone, except the food and drinks will be more elaborate.

When there was a mumble of working on Christmas and Boxing Days, I said straight away that I shan't be available, as I will start drinking Bucks Fizz as soon as I get up!

If they want me to be on-call for the alarms, then I'll only agree to it if they agree to ferry to and from work by taxi, as I shan't be fit enough to drive!

Can't wait!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Of the few times I spent Christmas with peeps other than just my ex-hubby/late partner, they all ended in tears/arguments.

Hence I'd rather be on my own than with anyone else.

I'll be busy cooking for a start. The joy of having full control of the remote control, and eat, drink and do whatever I want, whenever I want, is pure bliss.

Not unlike my usual weekends alone, except the food and drinks will be more elaborate.

When there was a mumble of working on Christmas and Boxing Days, I said straight away that I shan't be available, as I will start drinking Bucks Fizz as soon as I get up!

If they want me to be on-call for the alarms, then I'll only agree to it if they agree to ferry to and from work by taxi, as I shan't be fit enough to drive!

Can't wait!

I'm not a big fan of this single life malarky, but reading many of your posts Pearl has made me realise that it really isn't all that bad!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Surely there's scope for a xmas do at your place then? You seem like a top bloke who talks a lot of sense and I reckon you'd throw a heck of a partay!!

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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum

Its my first Xmas not at my Mums for 5 years so me and my daughter are going to have a nice meal, lots of booze and chocs, and spend it vegging in front of the TV. I cannot wait!

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

The first and best thing to do is not tell anyone - but you've blown that.

Given that people now know, you need a strategy to ensure you can refuse all the invitations you're sure to get without upsetting anyone.

The best way is to tell A you've already agreed to go to B. Tell B you've agreed to go to C. Tell C you've agreed to go to D and so on.

NB. This only works if no two consecutive 'letters' actually know each other.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm working & will be on my own for the whole of the holidays. I think on my days off it will be me & a bottle of grey goose,,,,well it's christmas after all

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By (user no longer on site)
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over a year ago

Although I probably don't need to on other peoples behalf but I just get really sad at the thought of anyone spending christmas day alone,although I know that some people would rather be alone and not have all the hassle it just upsets me

I was in tears this week because my daughter was telling me about someone she knows whos family is going though a hard time and all I could think of was how miserable their christmas will be and how unfair it is that there is so much pressure on people to have the "perfect" christmas and how in reality it is'nt for a lot of people

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Hi there,

Not out of choice, but when I was 18 I spent my Christmas in a house with no electricity, food and other people. But, ironically it was the most enlightening and educational I ever had

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Its my first Xmas not at my Mums for 5 years so me and my daughter are going to have a nice meal, lots of booze and chocs, and spend it vegging in front of the TV. I cannot wait!"

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I don't want to be in tears on Christmas Eve because the ex-outlaws were driving me nuts with their comments and demands about food; or to find myself packing up leaving on Christmas Day with my late partner because his mother was throwing a hissy fit; etc. etc. ever again.

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By *yrdwomanWoman
over a year ago

Putting the 'cum' in Eboracum

"there is so much pressure on people to have the "perfect" christmas and how in reality it is'nt for a lot of people"

Yes that is quite depressing, knowing that for some people this is a bad time of year. But for me spending time with sulky teens and a mother who is slowly but surely driving me batty is much worse than having a day with no demands on my time.

Having said that, I haven't broken the news to my daughter that, if I am cooking, she is washing up!

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

I've had one entirely on my own and it was fine. This will be the first year for some 15 years where I will be alone for NYE. I suppose I'll be able to see the whole Hootenanny.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have no family that I'm in contact so often have to explore alternative ideas for Christmas. So there was the year I went out cycling around a deserted Central London with a load of other waifs and strays, there was the year I went trekking in Thailand, but my favourite was when I voluntered at the Salvation Army in Camden, way more volunteers than they needed, so minimal work for everyone, chatting to old people who were happy to have some new faces to talk - one of my favourite ever Christmases to be honest

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By *icketysplitsWoman
over a year ago

Way over Yonder, that's where I'm bound

"I have no family that I'm in contact so often have to explore alternative ideas for Christmas. So there was the year I went out cycling around a deserted Central London with a load of other waifs and strays, there was the year I went trekking in Thailand, but my favourite was when I voluntered at the Salvation Army in Camden, way more volunteers than they needed, so minimal work for everyone, chatting to old people who were happy to have some new faces to talk - one of my favourite ever Christmases to be honest"

I have yet to meet the person who hated the Christmas volunteering stint.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have yet to meet the person who hated the Christmas volunteering stint."

I think everyone should do it at least once. It was humbling but also great fun.

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By * starr -Woman
over a year ago

Burton on Trent.

i enjoy it being on my own, no hassle, arguments, remote hogging, its bliss.but i do spend a moment to think of those less fortunate than myself, i may not have much but i have a roof over my head, some dont.i hope they are looked after somewhere this year and dont get too cold.if only there were more places to help them.

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By *londeCazWoman
over a year ago

Arse End of the Universe, Cumbria

Gonna be a bit of a weird one for me this year - having my hip replaced on 14th December so I'll be out of hospital, but not very mobile so not sure whether I'll be leaving the house or not - depends who turns up to see me and whether I'm able to get in their car or not...Not over bothered as to what happens, don't want to put anyone to any trouble, be as happy watching crap Christmas telly as being in company if everyone has to look out for me...bit cheesed off that I can't book to go to Egypt for the New Year again as not allowed to fly for 8 weeks after my surgery

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By *he-Hosiery-GentMan
over a year ago

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The positives are beginning to outweigh the negatives, of spending Christmas Day alone now, after reading all of the above posts.

Thank you, everyone.

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By *ovingit2012Man
over a year ago

Dudley

This will be my first christmas alone.. not looking forward to it one little bit. No parents or family

the thought of christmas looming fills me with dread but hey ho treat it as a lazy sunday and spend it in bed.

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By *iamondsmiles.Woman
over a year ago

little house on the praire

well if you lived nearer you could all have come to mine

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Last Christmas was the first time it was just Titch and I, everyone else was busy, so I got us a last minute skiing/snowboarding holiday to Austria it was fantastic.

We flew out Christmas eve and flew back into Scotland NY eve after a brilliant holiday and the best snow on the slopes for years.

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By *he-Hosiery-GentMan
over a year ago

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"Last Christmas was the first time it was just Titch and I, everyone else was busy, so I got us a last minute skiing/snowboarding holiday to Austria it was fantastic.

We flew out Christmas eve and flew back into Scotland NY eve after a brilliant holiday and the best snow on the slopes for years. "

That's not quite the same as being solo, though

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Last Christmas was the first time it was just Titch and I, everyone else was busy, so I got us a last minute skiing/snowboarding holiday to Austria it was fantastic.

We flew out Christmas eve and flew back into Scotland NY eve after a brilliant holiday and the best snow on the slopes for years.

That's not quite the same as being solo, though

true, but after him having big family Christmases every year to be reduced to just me with him, I thought if he was having fun snowboarding in a crowd he wouldn't miss everyone else so much.

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

I'm not religious

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Why not organise a Fab xmas dinner/meet with a few forumites

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By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

Its so sad hearing that some of you are spending xmas alone...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I feel sorry for those who have to spend 2 days of their well-earned holidays with people they seldom see, for the sake of "family".

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"I feel sorry for those who have to spend 2 days of their well-earned holidays with people they seldom see, for the sake of "family".

That made me chuckle but pretty accurate with many.

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By *riendly foeWoman
over a year ago

In a crisp poke on the A814

OMG!!! Im sooooooooooo looking forward to spending xmas day alone!!!

My first time and im not getting out my PJ's for anyone

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"I'm not religious"

What's religious got to do with it? It's Christmas were talking about.

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Its so sad hearing that some of you are spending xmas alone...

Don't be sad. Some of us have worked hard and long to make this possible.

Don't confuse 'alone' with 'lonely'. They're two wholly different things.

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By *riendly foeWoman
over a year ago

In a crisp poke on the A814

Don't confuse 'alone' with 'lonely'. They're two wholly different things."

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Its so sad hearing that some of you are spending xmas alone...

Don't be sad. Some of us have worked hard and long to make this possible.

Don't confuse 'alone' with 'lonely'. They're two wholly different things."

Indeedy!

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By *H.coupleCouple
over a year ago

edinburgh

"always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

Never been on my own at xmas, but have been on operational tour for 3 xmas' that was pretty shite.

I think being alone would be worse for me personally, but on the flip side you dont get the hassle and cleaning to deal with

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn

Don't confuse 'alone' with 'lonely'. They're two wholly different things."

great post

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Don't confuse 'alone' with 'lonely'. They're two wholly different things.

great post"

I feel sorry for those who cannot differentiate between the two.

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By *he-Hosiery-GentMan
over a year ago

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"always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

Never been on my own at xmas, but have been on operational tour for 3 xmas' that was pretty shite.

I think being alone would be worse for me personally, but on the flip side you dont get the hassle and cleaning to deal with"

Cleaning??

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Morrison's has a cute little brie for one in a ceramic dish for baking, and I was very tempted to get one as one of the starters, had I not bought the starters for this year's meals already.

I bought a garlic mini brie from Aldi's and had it baked as a starter for Christmas Day in 2010, and it was lush when eaten with warm crusty bread.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Just me and two of my boys this year...very quiet compared to previous years.

They've be off to their mates asap I would think, so will probably have most of xmas day alone.

Bliss

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By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

"Its so sad hearing that some of you are spending xmas alone...

Don't be sad. Some of us have worked hard and long to make this possible.

Don't confuse 'alone' with 'lonely'. They're two wholly different things."

I do understand that you can be alone and not lonely...i do understand that they are 2 different emotions so can tell the difference...i was just saying that i feel sad about it..

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

Alone isn't an emotion.

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By *mumaWoman
over a year ago

Livingston

"Just me and two of my boys this year...very quiet compared to previous years.

They've be off to their mates asap I would think, so will probably have most of xmas day alone.

Bliss

you will make up for it on Hogmanay

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By *ctavius StuntMan
over a year ago

london

"always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

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I wouldnt worry mate you look like a big lad. I am always alone at xmas.

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By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

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By *isscheekychopsWoman
over a year ago

The land of grey peas and bacon

"Alone isn't an emotion. "

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"always a happy topic....

it has actually dawned on me today that a month out this is going to be the first xmas I will be spending on my own....

the rest of the family are going down to the caribbean for my nans 90th, and with mum not being here, there no real need/urge to go down to london and spend time there ....

so a question, how did you cope your first xmas on your own... part of me is sad, part of me is releived that I am only cooking for 1 as opposed for 20...

Happened to me the first and only time so far, three years ago.

It's just one day Fabio - like the old song says '24 little hours'.... you get through it. Not easily. And I have to admit a bottle (or three) of Merlot did help....

Pork

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By *he Original TTMan
over a year ago

Brackley, Northants

I won't be alone but may feel lonely as it will be my first Chrustmas single for many years...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

we are sure you will get plenty of invites to Christmas lunch Fabio

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By *ucsparkMan
over a year ago

dudley

I spent one Christmas isolated from anyone and truly disliked it. As a family we usually do something for those less fortunate than us. One of the best Christmas we had was visiting a children ward with presents and food for everyone. Whenever I feel like moaning just think of those kids and it does make me smile.

Fabby do whatever makes you happy, but just remember to phone your mom, happy Christmas hope its a good one

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

"I'm not religious

What's religious got to do with it? It's Christmas were talking about."

Sadly ......how true.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've never been alone at Xmas and never will be, I hope.

Mum & Dad won't be here forever I know, but I've got three kids and a wife so someone will be around to take me in when I'm old and grey lol.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness.. "

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

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over a year ago

"I'm not religious

What's religious got to do with it? It's Christmas were talking about.

Sadly ......how true. "

Oh the irony!

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

There's no point in nailing some folks to the wall for such inconsequential reasons.

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

There's no point in nailing some folks to the wall for such inconsequential reasons."

It was a cross but that's okay cos im not religious

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over a year ago

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

There's no point in nailing some folks to the wall for such inconsequential reasons."

I dislike contradictions.

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

There's no point in nailing some folks to the wall for such inconsequential reasons.

It was a cross but that's okay cos im not religious "

It was only described as a cross to appease interior designers.

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"..........

I dislike contradictions.

Take deep breaths.

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"..........

I dislike contradictions.

Take deep breaths."

Sorry, I missread that as contractions

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By *he Original TTMan
over a year ago

Brackley, Northants

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

There's no point in nailing some folks to the wall for such inconsequential reasons.

I dislike contradictions.

Not really seeing where the contradiction is there though Pearl...?!

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
over a year ago

The Town by The Cross

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

There's no point in nailing some folks to the wall for such inconsequential reasons.

It was a cross but that's okay cos im not religious

It was only described as a cross to appease interior designers."

Exterior .. unless the hills in Glasgae are indoors...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have put myself down to work xmas day till 10pm but after that I have a free house till kids come back next day...maybe i should have a fab party!!

Its about time i met you _abio! lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Not really seeing where the contradiction is there though Pearl...?!

To me personally, I associate "alone" being one's status in time, being without others present; and "lonely" being an emotion that can be felt.

I do not associate being alone with positive or negative emotions. I like to be alone most of the time, regardless whether I am happy or not.

Hence I consider it a contradiction when someone claims to appreciate the difference between alone and lonely, when one cannot differentiate emotions and status.

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over a year ago

I have never spent christmas alone but if I had to then I would either wprk, go abroad or help with a charity. I used to do charity work for Age Concern many years ago and I'd visit older people for them to have company for a little while. It used to upset me when they died though and I got too attached.

I think if you are doing what you want to do then it doesn't matter if you choose to be alone or with others.

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"Alone isn't an emotion.

There are certain emotions asociated with being alone to some its happiness and qnd joy.. to some its dread and saddness..

And you said you understand the differences between being alone and lonely in one of your previous posts?

There's no point in nailing some folks to the wall for such inconsequential reasons.

It was a cross but that's okay cos im not religious

It was only described as a cross to appease interior designers.

Exterior .. unless the hills in Glasgae are indoors..."

The hills around Glasgow aren't 'far away' and the Cross isn't Rugged.

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By *nnyMan
over a year ago

Glasgow

"I have never spent christmas alone but if I had to then I would either wprk, go abroad or help with a charity. I used to do charity work for Age Concern many years ago and I'd visit older people for them to have company for a little while. It used to upset me when they died though and I got too attached.

I think if you are doing what you want to do then it doesn't matter if you choose to be alone or with others.

This is so like buying charity chrimbo cards then sending the receipt to your pals.

Who, save yourself, gives a **** anyone does in terms of charity?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I have Xmas off work for a change will be spending it with mum. It's new year I'm dredding

was supposed to be away but got let down again by my supposed best friend (lesson learnt). I find new year really tough so really don't want to be on my own. I decided soon as I get in from work nye morning I'm going to get d*unk and fingers crossed will sleep through it.

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By *nfieldishCouple
over a year ago

Enfield

After a family get together in the preceding week....my OH.....trundles up to Durham to be with her family......

I have Xmas day on my own with the springer....and then me n the dawg go to the pub Xmas night to meet a few friends..

I love it......

David

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