What is it about Christmas Day? Why do I have so many emotions on this particular day? I had a happy childhood and a good life. I was never neglected or abused. I love Christmas - the rituals, giving and receiving gifts, the cooking and the eating. I even re-watch old Christmas movies every year (and I rarely watch any other repeat). I like the religious, social, and culture aspects and look forward to the holiday every year. I have even eventually learned not to over-extend myself.
Yet.... on Christmas Day, I find myself just about losing it when an impromptu choir began carolling at an extended care home where I was picking up a lunch guest.
It got even worse when I arrived home and found my children had arrived. (And, I see all of them regularly!) The whole day was an emotional roller coaster.
I can't pin it all on short days and lack of sunlight!
