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Need a Pep Talk to Quit Being Such a Scrooge
I used to LOVE Christmas, not only because of the presents or festivities, but mainly because I'm a Christian and I love the holidays that are all about Christ. The problem is that every year since 2008, I've had a hard time getting excited about Christmas because I've always had to go visit my aunt and uncle and it's a long story about why, but I hate it. It's not that I don't like them, it's just that I wish they'd be the ones to visit us for a change. Like I said, it's a long story about why, but I hate going to their home and to make matters worse, my uncle, as a gift, makes our plane arrangements and always wants us to stay for a week. And that means that I don't usually get to do what I want on new years eve and we're often traveling on that day. I try to be positive and remember the reason for the season, but it's hard. It sucks being around all this Christmas cheer and not feeling it myself, even though I want to. Please help.
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I know this is a late reply, but perhaps next time just tell them straight out. You would prefer they came to visit, or you could always tell them next time that you have already made plans. Usually, honesty is best, though not many people handle honest well, but you also have to consider your own happiness in the long run as well. Maybe even make arrangements. Tell them you would be happy to go and visit, but you would like to be home by a certain day, and then you can do what you wish to do on your new years eve. But always be sure to speak with them about it before hand. This way they can't sneak up on you with their plans. Perhaps speak with them a month in advance, or hell, even now. While you are with them. I hope I was able to help out even a bit, good luck.
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