I'm not a big fan of Christmas. I used to be but years of slaving away for three days to cook and clean up then being the one who does all the present buying etc etc took its toll.
I separated from my husband this year. If you'd have looked on my Instagram OP I was having that "perfect Christmas picture". Presents, food, games.... you'd have looked at it and thought "wow she's lucky". And yes I was as not many people have much at Christmas and in that part I am truly grateful.
However, I was actually miserable. I could sense that the next year was going to bring turmoil as my husband and I weren't getting on - he wasn't interested in me, no effort to help or show he loved me... all came to a head In July without derailling your thread.
I hated last Christmas. I had to work as well Christmas morning then come home and cook for everyone. But on the face of it, I was having a Christmas most people dream of.
My point I guess is this - any form of social media is only showing you a snapshot of the day. Behind the facade there is stuff going on which you'd have no inkling of.
This year, it's me, DS and DD in the morning, then DD and I are off to work whilst DS goes to his Dads in the afternoon. And you know what? I can't wait. No cooking, no loads of people crowding in my lounge, chance to earn some good money for treats next year, feeling confident in myself which is priceless... I'm going to have a really good Christmas and I really hope you do too :)
Merry Christmas to you and your DS :) Xx