They have no money and can't get any, we managed to get a tree but no presents at all, everything bad happens to me and my family, life sucks :(
2007-12-21 05:21:32 · 30 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Christmas
i live in the uk
2007-12-21 05:25:46 · update #1
im 17 but my parents are very stressed too because they everythings just really falling apart
2007-12-21 05:26:29 · update #2
Where do you live? There are people who can help you get the things you and your family need.
But remember that to celebrate Christmas, all you need is your family around you (you have that), maybe a candle or two to light (pretty inexpensive) and some songs to sing. If you don't know any Christmas songs, make some up. Laugh together and enjoy each other.
When Jesus was born, His family had nothing at all -- no food or shelter or extra clothes. While He was still a baby, His family became refugees in Egypt. So His first birthday pretty much "sucked" too...
2007-12-21 05:23:35 · answer #1 · answered by tracymoo 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
That's horrible! I'm so sorry.
However...that's how it is, so...try to make the best of it. You say your parent(S) have no money...so they're still married? That's a big thing these days! You and your FAMILY...you must be at least relatively close to them, some people don't even have that.
Christmas does revolve too much around presents, although most people won't try to change that, because, lets face it, we like presents. However, after the gifts are open, later in the year when they're broken, and even later when we've forgotten about them...it isn't the gifts that matter so much as the memories and things you've learnt. This Christmas, maybe go sledding with your family (if you have a white Christmas) or just for a walk...if you can, bake some cookies or something, or even go volunteer to serve dinner to seniors or homeless people or something. It sounds dumb, but that's one of the best times you will ever have, especially if you do it with your family. You'll also be thankful for what you have.
I know it's hard to hear it, but Merry Christmas anyway!
Hope 2008 is much better. God Bless.
2007-12-21 05:28:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
It sounds like a really bad time at your house. Do you have brothers and sisters? I know you feel disappointed and stressed by what's going on, but what if you (and the siblings) decided to make it the best Christmas you could? The ones who are going through the worst time are your mum and dad. They have the responsibility of keeping everything going, and I am sure they feel like total failures this time of year. I've had some tough years as a single mother with 3 children, and my kids always made the best of it. We did some crazy things some years to cheer ourselves us and we have a good laugh over them now. Just think how thrilled your parents would be if you just "took over" Christmas and thought up some fun ways to make it a family time and not all about the prezzies and all that. Make them a Christmas morning breakfast with Christmas crackers and they have to wear the hats when they eat. Do things for them instead of giving things. I think they will see that their 17 year old is grown up. A happy, happy holiday to all of you!
2007-12-21 05:50:06 · answer #3 · answered by Snow Globe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm very sorry for your family's troubles. Not to sound trite, though, but please try to remember where you and your family are lucky- you've got each other, you've got love, I'm presuming you have good health, and you must have a computer so you can log on to Yahoo! Answers, so you can't be too terribly bad off, like far less fortunate families without homes or food. Just try to keep in mind that there are families all over the world who are rich and have every material thing they could ever want, but they are still miserable inside because they don't have love or family in their lives, and you will see where your family really is richer than some. Try to have a merry Christmas.
2007-12-21 05:34:12 · answer #4 · answered by fizzygurrl1980 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well one little paragraph really doesn't tell us much about your family. But your family is together and I assume your folks are good people. And as so many have answered just having family around Christmas is a gift.
I know everyone likes getting presents and I think the hard part for you is that is what is going on all around you and seeing that is hard. Not having or getting like the others are.
But try to make a positive in your life and enjoy your family. Try to get them to sing carols, play games.
You are feeling bad for yourself, you need to work at turning your attitude around. Think positive and not think about what your are NOT getting.
What have you done about giving something for your Mom or Dad (or brother or sister if there is one). You don't need money to give a gift. Say clean the house for your Mother, Promise to make your bed every day. Promise both your folks you will really work at being good.
These are not gifts from your pocket but your heart.
2007-12-21 09:48:49 · answer #5 · answered by Katz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Christmas is only about one gift. That is the gift of Jesus Christ sent to us over 2000 years ago. God sent his one and only son so that you could have life and life more abundantly.
I know when you are young, the focus is on gifts, but if you can try and see the true meaning of Christmas and experience it without the things everyone else says you need at Christmas you will have proven to be mature beyond your years.
Spend this time of year thanking God for the things you do have in your life. How about a family for starters. There are plenty of people who don't have families and some who do, live in abusive homes. Be thankful for the blessings in your life and embrace the true spirit of Christmas.
2007-12-21 05:32:58 · answer #6 · answered by World Peace Girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i know what you mean. it feels the same to me and my family. i figure that we have to struggle before we can succeed. hang in there i know that it is hard and easy to say but you have to keep the faith. stay positive and positive things will go your way. i will not have any presents this year and it is not the first time. the important thing is that you have family and health. before when i did not have presents or money on christmas i was over 1000 miles from home without family. so make the most of it. God Bless and be with you and your family.
2007-12-21 05:32:27 · answer #7 · answered by cocopuff 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Life is just that way sometimes. The whole thing is a crapshoot, from birth to death. The best thing is to educate yourself as much as possible so you have a spot somewhere that pays more than dregs & peanuts.
I grew up in a project. It was only memorable because I learned a lot of hard lessons that served me later.
Best wishes... and Merry Christmas :)
2007-12-21 05:26:45 · answer #8 · answered by sincityq 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
grow up! You are old enough to be able to spell and rich enough to be able to get on the Internet.
Just because you don't have any presents doesn't mean the end of the world. Christmas is not about how much money people spend on you, its about family and being together.
Can you cook? Can you make cookies and wrap them nicely for your family?
Is it snowing? Can you go out with your shovel and make a few dollars?
Are you artistic? Can you make gift certificates? You know, if I got a certificate from a family member that said "this certificate entitles you to 1 free kitchen cleaning" or "1 free window washing" or "For christmas I promise to start cleaning up my own room/doing my homework on time/helping out without being asked/etc" I would be happy. Take this time to think about what your family REALLY needs -- not video games or another sweater or the latest gadget, but what would make them happy or give them a spare hour of time for themselves -- then see if you can give it to them this holiday season.
Bad things happen to everyone at some time or other. The important thing about hard times is the grace and style you show getting through them.
2007-12-21 05:34:10 · answer #9 · answered by MissPriss 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Christmas isnt about gifts anyways. Its about celebrating the birth of Jesus. Be greatful for what you have, hey at least your not starving this Xmas right. And life does not suck. Jesus Loves you dude. And the sooner you realize that and put him in your life, you will see that there is alot to be happy about.
2007-12-21 05:26:28 · answer #10 · answered by kid_gelo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋