I have always hated christmas since i was little. I can't even get into it for my kids. There is nothing worse than being stuck with a bunch of relatives you cant stand all day. Anyone agree.
2007-12-23 15:49:21 · 22 answers · asked by snaccm 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Holidays ➔ Christmas
It's not your family; it's you.
Next year, take your kids away for the holidays, if you think it'll make you feel better.
2007-12-23 15:57:47 · answer #1 · answered by dogglebe 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
OH MY GOD! I have met my alternative future self. I hated Christmas as a kid because we got stuck with all our bratty relatives who used to make me cry because my parents were the only ones getting a divorce. Every year afterwards I would spend it listening to all of them telling me what the other parent did wrong and how terrible I was.
I grew up and I took control. I only see my sisters on that day. I see my parents separately on the day before for some food and conversation. I don't waste my time with anyone I don't like or would put my kids through that either.
If that cant be helped then make a new tradition for you and your kids that you both look forward to- whether it is making smores and dancing in the kitchen or picking out a Salvation Army Angel together. Your kids would love to see you having fun for once even if only for a few hours.
2007-12-23 23:59:57 · answer #2 · answered by Sassy 4 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Open your eyes people, and don't get caught up in all the hype. No wonder people are depressed this time of year, and more people kill themselves around Christmas time than any other time of year.
The real meaning of Christmas is left behind for most people. It has nothing to do with the gifts and giving and the feeling or need that one has to have to knock themselves out and drain your purse or wallet to live up to peoples expectations? What's up with that?
People go in debt and choose not to pay other bills just to get on the gift and buying bandwagon. How screwed up is that?
All because of what society perpetuates upon us.
No, just like Easter, it has become a Pagen or non-Christian means to make money. Hey, why not turn a religiously significant holiday into a commercial venture to detract from it's true meaning?
2007-12-25 14:30:50 · answer #3 · answered by Pat D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know
I mean I have never had Christmas with relatives, ever. So I wouldn't know.
I like Christmas to an extent like I can stand it for a week but then i am just over it sick of it and all that goes with it.
I don't like decorating my house that I live in now it's to big and it just isn't home to me, I liked decorating my house in Denver though.
I don't like decorating the tree either cause it itches and it takes a long time.,
I like wrapping present but I want them to be perfect looking so it stresses me out
I hate shopping for people because nothing is ever "good enough"
In the neighborhood I live in now decorating is a huge deal and people come from a bunch of surrounding neighborhoods to see our lights and it takes a bout an hour to two hours to go about 5 blocks no joke.
so I get seriously run down during the holidays from november 1 to jan 2
but I also like the lights if they look good
the tree if it is organized and looks good
presents if they are wrapped pretty
and I love my family and friends
2007-12-24 00:19:48 · answer #4 · answered by prnszcrtny 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heheh, I'm trying to negotiate my way out of that for next year with my hubby's family. There is only his sister, her son and parter, and their parents. This year the parents have gone on a cruise. I think that's a bit odd, I mean, don't grandparents usually want to spend Christmas with their grandkids? It's one's first Christmas, and the other's second- so he's old enough to enjoy it. Still, if they're on a cruise, I don't have to see them! Next year I'll have a toddler, and would rather not drag her out for a 5 hour round trip, when neither my hubby or I are going to enjoy it anyway. So, I'm going to propose their side of the family have Christmas In July. I'd rather have a crappy day in July than on Christmas day, the weather will be cooler, and there won't be the holiday road toll to avoid. Besides, they like to do the full traditional dinner which isn't that enjoyable in the middle of summer. I hope they agree.
So, if you hate it, why not stay home?
2007-12-24 00:16:27 · answer #5 · answered by Rosie_0801 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I choose both sides. I like the time and the decorations and the whole tradition of Christmas. I don't like the hassel of getting all the presents and fighting throught the traffic. I;m nuetral on the family part. I have siblings i never see that come back into town which is great but I can't stand some of my other family members and some of there ways.
2007-12-23 23:59:01 · answer #6 · answered by Hockey1626 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK agree and disagree. The best resoulution: Stay at home on the 25 then go on the 27th to the annoying reliatives. I hate the other side of my family! Omg my husbands sister gave me this fulg as heck coin purse that looked like a 3 year old with terrable taste would wear..
Throw on some holiday music and get into it! Forget about them till you get into the car!
2007-12-24 00:08:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
You need to take a vacation and get away somewhere. Let your kids spend Christmas with other family members that will make the day special for them. You sound just like someone I used to be married to.
2007-12-24 07:46:34 · answer #8 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Aww. I'm sorry you feel that way.... Maybe you should change things. Start your own family traditions! Make it just about you and your family (as in your significant other and children). Christmas should be a happy time, spent with the ones you love... Just you and them making memories that you will remember forever! I hope you are able to have a Merry Christmas!!
2007-12-23 23:58:32 · answer #9 · answered by Steph 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't agree at all. I've always loved Christmas, and since we live very far from all our family - both sides - there's nothing I'd love more than having them around on Christmas day.
2007-12-23 23:54:07 · answer #10 · answered by irish1 6 · 4⤊ 1⤋
I usually like it, but sometimes i expect too much and then on Christmas I think im going to get less than I expected or I think it's going to be more fun or whatever. Try to just avoid your annoying relatives, but be nice when they talk to you.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS<333
2007-12-24 00:43:09 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋