How to get through the next 2 weeks?

[willowcatkin111]

Christmas is always a stressful time but worse this year as family 'expect' me to spend it with my (narcissistic) mother. Have not spoken to her for over 8 months, why do they think I can start now?!
Really worried that things will get too much and I will end up back at A&E; have just rebooked a trip for me and dsaid on boxing day that we missed 2 months ago as I was in hospital so am desperate to get there this time...

[queenofthepirates]

If you're worried about how you'll cope, what would happen if you don't go to see her?

[willowcatkin111]

Not going is not an option . The dcs have arranged for her to come to our house for xmas morning then they are cooking Xmas dinner at hers and I am expected to join in. Both will be very disappointed if I do not 'play along' as they put it.