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hlthe2b

(106,360 posts)
1. We put too much pressure/emphasis on being part of large gatherings for T'Day and CHristmas
Thu Nov 27, 2014, 07:44 AM
Nov 2014

IMO. I don't think it is anti-social to enjoy a holiday at home alone on occasion.

Some years I've just wanted to use the day to reflect and relax, sans all the commotion. This is one and I will happily greet those with whom I come into contact (dog park or on my 5 mile walk this morning), but also be glad to skip the diet-destroying mega-feast and the stress of travel. I'll call family and friends today or tomorrow.

The only thing that bugs me is those who "feel sorry for me" and to whom I feel I have to imply I'm spending the day with others.

Happy Thanksgiving to all--whether with big crowds of friends/family or enjoying on your own!

 

antiquie

(4,299 posts)
2. Enjoy yourself and do whatever pleases you.
Thu Nov 27, 2014, 10:18 AM
Nov 2014

I'm going to a very small family gathering and I will still be last to arrive and first to leave.

Happy furkey and pie day.

catchnrelease

(2,013 posts)
4. Before I retired
Thu Nov 27, 2014, 02:04 PM
Nov 2014

I always volunteered to work Thanksgiving so that my co-workers that wanted to do the family events could get the day off. It also gave me an excuse to get out of attending the big production myself. I would just make a turkey for my family on the following weekend. Nice.

Now my husband and I just go and have dinner with a small group of friends that we only get to see today. Local, pot luck and get to catch up with people we miss. Nice!

Everyone have a good day however you choose to spend it!

Nay

(12,051 posts)
3. Thank you, and the same to you and your family! The turkey is in the oven here,
Thu Nov 27, 2014, 01:35 PM
Nov 2014

and we'll be chowing down at 4 PM.

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