holidays

hello little blogpeople,
i hate the holidays. there. i said it. it may sound harsh, but i have many reasons for it.
just a few-the guilt to buy presents for people who don't need anything or will hate the gift.
spending money you can't afford just so you can make people "happy".
wondering who is going to have the dinner at their house and going around with this.
so, what food are you supposed to take and what are you supposed to wear?
overeating and feeling sick from eating many rich and fattening foods.
the dreaded football game and having to act like i enjoy it.
the women in one room and the men in the other.
not to mention getting all the decorations out and the hassle of putting up the tree, etc.
so, i'm not putting up a tree or decorating. i feel so liberated from all the hassle. i have given me permission to accept my real feelings.
we will still buy a few gift cards for our kids and attend the dinner, but if i need a time-out, i will find a quiet place to escape to and maybe read a book for awhile.
the most important part of christmas for me will be christmas eve communion. thank-you pk