Trying my da****** to stay off the pity pot...

[carole]

Dearest Candace, it pains me to read your post, you are one of the most lovely people on PT, always there to cheer others, and research ,well girlfriend, you should receive a PT award for that, you give of your time graciously looking things up for people, without even being asked, and it is much appreciated.

Remember you are indeed a GIFT to many people, especially here on PT.

And yes you don't need a man, but yes they are nice to have,I hope you find your Mr Right out there,maybe you need to look further a field, a good kiwi bloke might do the trick lol.

I sincerely hope that your xmas is a nice one shared with people who make you feel good, and i am sad you are feeling this way, xmas can be a very sad and lonely time for many,remember we are always here for you on PT, even though i am thousands of miles away, you will be in my thoughts,love and hugs.



This might make you smile.

[Catty1]

Carole, that is SO cute! Happy Belated Birthday!

Thank you to everyone else who posted.

I just spoke to my mom, and since she has spent 6 shopping trips for Christmas dinner at her place, she has said she prefers to have it at her place. (She did ask if I knew of anyone who was on their own for Christmas).

So I emailed my friends and declined. I was crying when I did it...I mean, how many more Christmases will I get with my mom? At the same time, it feels really lonely with just the two of us.

But I asked my friends if they knew anyone on their own, and I emailed my church about that as well.

Thanks for your words, folks. This is a time of year when aloneness can hit REALLY hard, as you all know.

OK...now to go back up a dead HD....work today!

HUGS to you all and deep wishes for a Merry Christmas!

[carole]

Candace i am sure in later years, you will look back at this time, and be glad you spent it with your mother, sorry you have to make some sacrifices, but i am sure you will remember this time together at xmas for many years to come, who know's you might end up with a jolly house hold full of people yet.

I hope it all works out well for you, and keep smiling,it will be ok.