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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
13 hours ago

Fermoy

Any suggestions for a guy spending Christmas on his own? My son is away with my ex so barring Christmas Day with my parents I’m on my own this year.

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By *elix SightedMan
13 hours ago

Cloud 8

Sorry to hear that pal, but all is not lost. I do it every year and I line up a good film trilogy, get all my fave food in and have a slob day.

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By *allySlinkyWoman
13 hours ago

Leeds

You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone.

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
13 hours ago

Fermoy


"You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone. "
True but I am off work until 2nd January and barring that one day I am alone.

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By *asterfulsoulMan
13 hours ago

Manchester

Slob day is good. I'd line up a bunch of things you meant to get knocked out over the year, get that done, then reward myself with some excellent beers from a local tap house (or whatever is a reward for you).

But not until I'd done the tasks on the list!

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
13 hours ago

Fermoy


"Slob day is good. I'd line up a bunch of things you meant to get knocked out over the year, get that done, then reward myself with some excellent beers from a local tap house (or whatever is a reward for you).

But not until I'd done the tasks on the list!"

Thats actually really helpful. Thank you.

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
13 hours ago

Fermoy


"Sorry to hear that pal, but all is not lost. I do it every year and I line up a good film trilogy, get all my fave food in and have a slob day."
thank you!

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By *asterfulsoulMan
13 hours ago

Manchester

Alternatively: one thing I've been working on is a series of letters to my kids. Just things I want them to know as an adult, if for whatever reason I don't get to be there.

Bit morbid I suppose, I could always burn them afterwards, but it focuses me on thinking through what my advice is rather than just shooting from the hip.

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By *IXEN200Woman
13 hours ago

newcastle upon tyne

You're never alone if you join in with the forums

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
13 hours ago

Fermoy


"You're never alone if you join in with the forums"
yeah I’ll be posting more often here. You’ll all be sick of me before long 😂

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By *h3rry Bomb80Man
13 hours ago

the moon

I’ll be alone for Xmas again …. You get used to it !

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By *IXEN200Woman
12 hours ago

newcastle upon tyne


"I’ll be alone for Xmas again …. You get used to it ! "

I'd never leave you alone anytime let alone for Christmas......... I tell you my mind takes over

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By *h3rry Bomb80Man
12 hours ago

the moon


"I’ll be alone for Xmas again …. You get used to it !

I'd never leave you alone anytime let alone for Christmas......... I tell you my mind takes over "

Bless x

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By *oxy-RedWoman
12 hours ago

high on a hill with a lonely goat herd

I've sure you will find something to do op,Christmas can be very lonely for some ,go to your local there are bount to be people in the same situation

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By *a LunaWoman
12 hours ago

South Wales

I’d say enjoy the peace, the rest and the food. Take yourself out for some fresh air and a walk and spend a bit of time on Fab. You are never alone on Fab.

Don’t go getting into any dark headspace. Remember, it’s just another day and it will soon pass. Look forward to longer, brighter days ahead. In the meantime pamper yourself and give yourself some tlc.

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By *rHotNottsMan
12 hours ago

Dubai & Nottingham


"You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone. True but I am off work until 2nd January and barring that one day I am alone. "

Why don’t you have any friends?? if I had friends I knew were spending Christmas alone. I will invite them round without hesitation, in fact they would be welcome this year. I have my mum over.

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By *he return of meMan
12 hours ago

Leeds

I spend every Christmas alone. Not a massive deal

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
12 hours ago

Fermoy


"You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone. True but I am off work until 2nd January and barring that one day I am alone.

Why don’t you have any friends?? if I had friends I knew were spending Christmas alone. I will invite them round without hesitation, in fact they would be welcome this year. I have my mum over. "

They all have their own kids and families but good point. I need to make an effort to get out and meet people.

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By *allySlinkyWoman
12 hours ago

Leeds

How about volunteering at a homeless shelter on Christmas Day ?

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By *andyCaneCuntWoman
12 hours ago

Not the North West...


"You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone. True but I am off work until 2nd January and barring that one day I am alone. "

That one day which is Christmas.

So technically not alone for Christmas.

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
12 hours ago

Fermoy


"You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone. True but I am off work until 2nd January and barring that one day I am alone.

That one day which is Christmas.

So technically not alone for Christmas.

"

True but in Ireland Christmas time doesn’t officially end until January 6th

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By *olden RatioWoman
12 hours ago

Buckinghamshire

I see my mum on Christmas Day, but I am planning to spend all the other days finishing off bits of decorating, clearing out and cleaning, with a few films thrown in.

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
12 hours ago

Fermoy


"I see my mum on Christmas Day, but I am planning to spend all the other days finishing off bits of decorating, clearing out and cleaning, with a few films thrown in."
I think that’s what I’ll do too. Will be avoiding Home Alone!!!

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By *andyCaneCuntWoman
12 hours ago

Not the North West...


"You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone. True but I am off work until 2nd January and barring that one day I am alone.

That one day which is Christmas.

So technically not alone for Christmas.

True but in Ireland Christmas time doesn’t officially end until January 6th "

I'm moving to Ireland

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
12 hours ago

Fermoy


"You are with your parents Christmas day. You aren't alone. True but I am off work until 2nd January and barring that one day I am alone.

That one day which is Christmas.

So technically not alone for Christmas.

True but in Ireland Christmas time doesn’t officially end until January 6th

I'm moving to Ireland

"

Spend it with me and then neither of us will be alone

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By *ulieScrumptiousWoman
12 hours ago

North West

Some unkind and unnecessary pedantry on this thread.

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By *eroLondonMan
11 hours ago

Mayfair

OP, join in with the forums and we shall keep you company over the festive break. There's hilarity aplenty, quirkiness and tittle tattle to break the monotony. 🌲

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
11 hours ago

Fermoy


"OP, join in with the forums and we shall keep you company over the festive break. There's hilarity aplenty, quirkiness and tittle tattle to break the monotony. 🌲"
I think I will do just that

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By *avinaTVTV/TS
11 hours ago

Transsexual Transylvania


"OP, join in with the forums and we shall keep you company over the festive break. There's hilarity aplenty, quirkiness and tittle tattle to break the monotony. 🌲I think I will do just that "

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By *lowupdollTV/TS
10 hours ago

Herts/Beds/Lomdon

I’m alone this Xmas OP. Ok some call it quarantine but still. I’ll be in the forums spreading umm.. anyway chill and enjoy the time out.

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By *orningGlory555Man
10 hours ago

Wells

I’m with you OP, this will be my first Christmas on my own. I don’t even have 1 decoration up this year. Going to be very strange that’s for sure

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By *ifeForFun85Man
10 hours ago

Cupar Fife


"Any suggestions for a guy spending Christmas on his own? My son is away with my ex so barring Christmas Day with my parents I’m on my own this year. "
work it if you can thats what im doing moneys much better on xmas day too

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
10 hours ago

Fermoy


"I’m with you OP, this will be my first Christmas on my own. I don’t even have 1 decoration up this year. Going to be very strange that’s for sure"
I didn’t put any up either. Have stayed away from alcohol to be honest because that can negatively impact mood.

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By *ifeForFun85Man
10 hours ago

Cupar Fife


"I’m with you OP, this will be my first Christmas on my own. I don’t even have 1 decoration up this year. Going to be very strange that’s for sureI didn’t put any up either. Have stayed away from alcohol to be honest because that can negatively impact mood. "
smart move i dont drink either as its a slippery slope just find things to do that you enjoy

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By *ripfillMan
10 hours ago

Paris, New York, Hong Kong and Havant

One of my Muggle mates is in his own and absolutely loves volunteering at his Salvation Army centre helping out with Xmas lunches

He loves it and it’s his 5th year

We will see him Boxing Day

Perhaps helping to be involved may make it really memorable?

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By *ifeForFun85Man
10 hours ago

Cupar Fife


"One of my Muggle mates is in his own and absolutely loves volunteering at his Salvation Army centre helping out with Xmas lunches

He loves it and it’s his 5th year

We will see him Boxing Day

Perhaps helping to be involved may make it really memorable? "

Thats a great idea

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By *asterfulsoulMan
10 hours ago

Manchester


"Some unkind and unnecessary pedantry on this thread. "

Welcome to the fabs lounge 🙂

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
10 hours ago

The Town by The Cross


"Any suggestions for a guy spending Christmas on his own? My son is away with my ex so barring Christmas Day with my parents I’m on my own this year. "

1. Christmas Eve invite all neighbours who are on their own to bring their own plate of food and spend a few hours together chatting and laughing.

2. Christmas Day you are at your parents.

3. Boxing Day invite a pensioner or two around for a meal provided by your good self.

4. 27th Go for an extra long walk around your town or city giving sandwiches or cash to about 5 homeless people.

5. 28th is Saturday. Take yourself to a pool for a swim. Then for a cheap coffee in Wetherspoons whilst doing the crosswords from the free Metro. In the afternoon clean out a cupboard you said you've been going to do for ages, then watch a film.

6. 29th is Sunday. Go to church. Even if you are not religious. Strike up a conversation with people there. In the afternoon phone 3 people you've not phoned for a long time and have good long chats with them.

30th is Monday. Go to the library and have a good read. Then go and ask an old neighbour if you can tidy their garden for them at no charge.

31st is New Years Eve. Spend the day walking and wishing everyone else a Happy New Year. Go to the cinema.

New Years Day ..... Read a book, watch a film , go for a coffee with a friend and ask them about the ONE thing they want to achieve in 2025. Then tell them your ONE thing. Have a bath and a spruce up and an early night cos it's work tomorrow innit.

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By *ornyRebel88 OP   Man
10 hours ago

Fermoy


"Any suggestions for a guy spending Christmas on his own? My son is away with my ex so barring Christmas Day with my parents I’m on my own this year.

1. Christmas Eve invite all neighbours who are on their own to bring their own plate of food and spend a few hours together chatting and laughing.

2. Christmas Day you are at your parents.

3. Boxing Day invite a pensioner or two around for a meal provided by your good self.

4. 27th Go for an extra long walk around your town or city giving sandwiches or cash to about 5 homeless people.

5. 28th is Saturday. Take yourself to a pool for a swim. Then for a cheap coffee in Wetherspoons whilst doing the crosswords from the free Metro. In the afternoon clean out a cupboard you said you've been going to do for ages, then watch a film.

6. 29th is Sunday. Go to church. Even if you are not religious. Strike up a conversation with people there. In the afternoon phone 3 people you've not phoned for a long time and have good long chats with them.

30th is Monday. Go to the library and have a good read. Then go and ask an old neighbour if you can tidy their garden for them at no charge.

31st is New Years Eve. Spend the day walking and wishing everyone else a Happy New Year. Go to the cinema.

New Years Day ..... Read a book, watch a film , go for a coffee with a friend and ask them about the ONE thing they want to achieve in 2025. Then tell them your ONE thing. Have a bath and a spruce up and an early night cos it's work tomorrow innit. "

Thank you for that, that’s very kind and thoughtful. I’ll certainly take that advice on board 😊

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By *ranny-CrumpetWoman
10 hours ago

The Town by The Cross

It's kinder than expecting others to entertain you innit .....

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By *haron1701ETV/TS
8 hours ago

Southport

Be my first xmas alone.

Not looking forward to it to be honest.

Not bothering with decorations or anything like that.

No tv to distract me (television!) no radio and intermittent slow wifi.

If I had the choice I'd be 2500+ miles east, crap living conditions and regular powercuts n airraids but a FANTASTIC circle of friends that are almost a second family.

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By *agnar73Man
8 hours ago

glasgow-ish


"Any suggestions for a guy spending Christmas on his own? My son is away with my ex so barring Christmas Day with my parents I’m on my own this year. "

Pub nearby open? Just don’t be alone.

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By *erkshire8299Man
7 hours ago

slough

Just try and do a few things you like...watch some good TV ...play some good music...have a couple of drinks ..don't shave or get dressed the entire day etc.

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By *antasdeerideMan
7 hours ago

winfrith

It's just a day like any other and in fact more things/pubs are open than used to be I've done a few on my own now it gets easier as time goes by .I mean what is Christmas?

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By *eeliciouschaosWoman
3 hours ago

Wherever

I don’t have parents anymore and the family I have left lives thousand miles away. My kids will be away with their dad. I will be alone and I look forward to it.

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By *r_Midnight2000Man
3 hours ago

home


"I don’t have parents anymore and the family I have left lives thousand miles away. My kids will be away with their dad. I will be alone and I look forward to it. "

I know how you feel my son will be with his mother and I've no living family.

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By *arrenhertsmanMan
3 hours ago

Hemel Hempstead


"I don’t have parents anymore and the family I have left lives thousand miles away. My kids will be away with their dad. I will be alone and I look forward to it. "

If you are comfortable and happy that . Good for you and merry Christmas.. love people who are happy in their own minds

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By *ensualtongue2023Man
3 hours ago

furnace

I’m single have no family so pretty much spend every evening and probably more days on my own every year

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By *TaR105Man
3 hours ago

Birkenhead


"I see my mum on Christmas Day, but I am planning to spend all the other days finishing off bits of decorating, clearing out and cleaning, with a few films thrown in."

Thats exactly what i will be doing,

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By *TaR105Man
2 hours ago

Birkenhead


"I don’t have parents anymore and the family I have left lives thousand miles away. My kids will be away with their dad. I will be alone and I look forward to it. "

If only we were closer i would have cooked you dinner.

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By *ookingforfun73Man
2 hours ago

Crewe

I will be alone again this year I have been the last 4 years since me and my wife separated. I'm staying in a hotel in Crewe, I will see my son and daughter tomorrow that will be my Christmas day. Wednesday will just be another day

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