Lone parent Christmas, no family

[jm89]

Merry Christmas Eve.

Just wondered if there is anyone else, in the same boat as me? I had a little cry in the car earlier today. I just tend to hold it all in.

I'm a lone parent to a two year old. Her Dad left when I was pregnant. It's another Christmas just us two. Last year she obviously didn't understand. She's not much further on this year.

I am trying to make our own traditions, but it's hard. I took her to see Santa and she just screamed.

I feel sometimes like I'm failing. I still miss her Dad after all this time (I don't know why, it's stupid and I know he's not a nice person).
I see happy families everywhere.

I took her for a Christmas Day out and it feels like all families.

I'm not looking forward to tomorrow.

Anyone else? X

He sounds like a prize idiot, and you sound marvellous.

Don't worry, most two year olds cry at Santa. And I think presents are a bit lost on them at that age sometimes as they generally prefer the box. It gets more magical as they get a bit older.

Your nap sounds glorious. I'm jealous!

Oh isn't he delightful doing that on Christmas Day! I hope you are Ok and have managed to have some fun days out.