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Alone on Christmas
No Source | December 18, 2015 | Aloneonxmas

Posted on 12/18/2015 11:24:24 PM PST by Allaloneonxmas

Due to really bad family dysfunction I'm staying at my apartment alone on Christmas. It's the most difficult thing one can do. You just never, ever adjust to it.


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41 posted on 12/19/2015 2:05:39 AM PST by Stand Watch Listen (Was addicted to the Hokey Pokey...but I turned myself around...((@))
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To: Allaloneonxmas
It happens to many of us, to be alone for the holidays. Set out a schedule for yourself. Check what's opened....a movie, perhaps a museum, a restaurant, some convenience stores. Dress nicely for the holiday. Wish folks you encounter a happy holiday, especially if they seem to be alone, too, and you can bring some cheer and warmth into their day of solitude. Take out music you enjoy. Bring out the photo album. Check out FR through the day....there are always some good conversations holidays.

Many people are alone, through no fault of our own. It's where life brought us. Don't led the sadness define your day. Best wishes for a good holiday. Make it one that in small ways enriches those around you and you use to remember the good of times past, have hopes for the future, and accept and enhance what's good in the present.

42 posted on 12/19/2015 2:07:24 AM PST by grania
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To: Allaloneonxmas

Find another alone on Christmas person and take them out for dinner. Maybe a homeless person.


43 posted on 12/19/2015 2:09:18 AM PST by free_life (If you ask Jesus to forgive you and to save you, He will.)
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To: Allaloneonxmas

24 Stunning Christmas Tree Images

http://www.tripwiremagazine.com/2011/12/christmas-tree-images.html


44 posted on 12/19/2015 2:15:01 AM PST by combat_boots (The Lion of Judah cometh. Hallelujah. Gloria Patri, Filio et Spiritui Sancto!)
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To: Allaloneonxmas

https://aw.my.com/us/

A tank game.
Good time waster.


45 posted on 12/19/2015 2:18:20 AM PST by Darksheare (Those who support liberal "Republicans" summarily support every action by same.)
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To: Allaloneonxmas

If you are a member of a church, talk to your pastor or priest about organizing a small pot luck dinner of other members who are also alone for Christmas.


46 posted on 12/19/2015 2:45:34 AM PST by taxcontrol ( The GOPe treats the conservative base like slaves by taking their votes and refuses to pay)
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To: Allaloneonxmas

Posting on Free Republic is like inviting cats into your house. One will come in, kill a mouse, and then sit next to you and purr ... while another will come in, eat the meat off your plate, spew on the carpet, and leave you with a flea infestation.

If you lived near me, I’d be happy to lend you several teenagers.


47 posted on 12/19/2015 2:51:29 AM PST by Tax-chick (Maximizing my cultural appropriation.)
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To: Allaloneonxmas
I am always alone. I am not antisocial, I'm simply asocial.

Having said that, let me share with you one of the funniest things I've ever heard:

Why there is no Trumpet Christmas

If you're a musician, you'll find that funny. If you're not a musician, you'll still find it funny.

How did you decide that Free Republic was the best place to seek help? Seriesly.

48 posted on 12/19/2015 2:52:23 AM PST by real saxophonist (YouTube + Twitter + Facebook = YouTwitFace.com)
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To: real saxophonist

Funny


49 posted on 12/19/2015 3:10:25 AM PST by Chickensoup (speechless)
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To: Allaloneonxmas

Welcome here. I suggest you find a church of any affiliation you are comfortable with. Talk to the minister/pastor or whomever. Groups like Salvation Army always needs volunteer help.Volunteer to feed the homeless on that day.


50 posted on 12/19/2015 3:12:41 AM PST by pugmama
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To: real saxophonist; Allaloneonxmas

I have to second that. Why did you create an account here of all places to strictly seek help for being alone on Christmas as your forum name suggests?

You did get a lot of good responses though so that shows what a great place FR is but inquiring minds would still like to know.


51 posted on 12/19/2015 3:19:02 AM PST by Boomer
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To: Allaloneonxmas
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MERRY CHRISTMAS

52 posted on 12/19/2015 3:37:34 AM PST by varon (Obama is a tumor.........)
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To: 1rudeboy

Yeah, I see how that would be moving. Would probably respond similarly.


53 posted on 12/19/2015 3:38:23 AM PST by Obadiah (Jeb! Because America needs more cowbell.)
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To: Allaloneonxmas

I love family dysfunction and we have lots of it. It’s the glue of family. It reminds me that Christmas is not about me. It’s about my lunatic freeloading family.


54 posted on 12/19/2015 3:41:10 AM PST by AppyPappy (If you really want to irritate someone, point out something obvious they are trying hard to ignore.)
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To: Allaloneonxmas

Get out your newspaper and find some Christmas Eve services at a church. Make a project of a Christmas music playlist. Plan a nice meal. Rent a favorite old movie, maybe Charlie Brown. Donate a dollar to every Salvation Army kettle you see. Take the opportunity to read your Bible. You may find, if you involve God, that it’s the best Christmas ever.


55 posted on 12/19/2015 3:56:00 AM PST by Mamzelle
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To: AppyPappy

My family is dysfunctional, too. Last year I did spend it alone and I loved it! Checked into a hotel, watched Christmas movies, ate too much, and thoroughly enjoyed myself. Always helpful to remember, too, that Christmas is about Christ and what He did for us. Spending Christmas alone last year was a blessing for me. Set your mindset positively and make it a good holiday.


56 posted on 12/19/2015 3:58:09 AM PST by freepertoo
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To: IDontLikeToPayTaxes

Lol. Now try “Merry Christmas”


57 posted on 12/19/2015 3:58:55 AM PST by Mamzelle
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To: Obadiah
More cowbell
58 posted on 12/19/2015 4:14:00 AM PST by real saxophonist (YouTube + Twitter + Facebook = YouTwitFace.com)
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To: 1_Rain_Drop

“the middle of nowhere”??

I live there, some of the most friendly, honest, kind people live in the “middle of nowhere”.

The people in Dallas call my area the “Big Nothing”. hee hee hee

Have a Merry Christmas. Obviously you are connected to the web, so you can even live alone and not be totally isolated.


59 posted on 12/19/2015 4:22:01 AM PST by Texas Fossil ((Texas is not where you were born, but a Free State of Heart, Mind & Attitude!))
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To: Allaloneonxmas

be open and honest with any friends in the area about being alone for Christmas. you might find yourself with a couple of invites to visit Christmas day.


60 posted on 12/19/2015 4:26:00 AM PST by PCPOET7
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