Depression at Christmastime

[gracelrm]

I'm having an unusually blue Christmas this year. Not really sure why and am having such a hard time getting things ready for my family for Christmas. So the other night when I couldn't sleep I got on the Disboards and was reading about Disney, trip reports, Christmas in the parks and so on and started thinking more about a Disney trip for next Dec/Jan. What a great way to lift my spirits and give me something to look forward to.

Thanks Disboards and DVC threads for helping me through a difficult time! Wonder if others use Disboard/Disney therapy?

 

[FriendsOfEeyore]

You will love a Dec trip home!

While the crowds are overwhelming, just being in the parks and onsite during the holiday season is awesome.

Keep your chin up and start planning for next year. It will help!!!! It is what got DW and I through this year. We leave tomorrow for Christmas week at Disney and DVC.

 

[Baliezer]

I am also having a blue Christmas. We moved across the country a little over a year ago and I do not know anyone here. I am feeling lonely and missing my friends and family. If you need someone to talk to, I am here.

 

[lilpooh108]

Last year, I got really bad news as I was getting off the Dream in Oct 2011. It was a really rough time for us. I remember wandering around Epcot and the Poly, trying to keep a straight face in front of my family. I didn't want to worry them. I kept thinking about my then planned Aulani trip in December. Looking forward to something really cheered me up.

This year, it was so bittersweet to be at WDW around Christmas time. I kept thinking about how far both my family and I have come. So yes, Dianey did and does help me get through the down times.

Good luck to you

 

[lilpooh108]

I am also having a blue Christmas. We moved across the country a little over a year ago and I do not know anyone here. I am feeling lonely and missing my friends and family. If you need someone to talk to, I am here.

Awh where did you move from and where did you move to?

 

[CaskPeg]

I'm having an unusually blue Christmas this year. Not really sure why and am having such a hard time getting things ready for my family for Christmas. So the other night when I couldn't sleep I got on the Disboards and was reading about Disney, trip reports, Christmas in the parks and so on and started thinking more about a Disney trip for next Dec/Jan. What a great way to lift my spirits and give me something to look forward to.

Thanks Disboards and DVC threads for helping me through a difficult time! Wonder if others use Disboard/Disney therapy?

I know that Christmas can be rough...it has been a few years since my DH passed away...and it was always a special time at Disney and with a lot of our family living in Florida. I have kept his memory and the enjoyment of our DVC ownership going by planning trips that have included family and friends to enjoy the Disney experience with me. I am looking forward to a cruise with a good friend in May...so Disney is alive and well in my plans currently! Merry Christmas and keep the positive attitude shining!

 

[bobbiwoz]

I'm sad this Christmastime too. (Even being at WDW isn't necessarily what's needed. We'll be there together DH and I over NYE!)It's wonderful that people respond with such understanding.

Bobbi

 

[dvcterry]

This Christmas is a difficult time but it makes me pause to reflect on how much I have to be blessed and thankful for.

Op, if you are reading this I wish I could share a cup of cocoa and just have people stop and hug their loved ones right now.

I am from Connecticut. This year we were faced with a monstrous Storm Sandy. We lost power, telephone, and lived a freezing cold house for over week. In the next town over, last week we had the tragedy of Sandy Hook Elementary. This morning I went to church, rang bells, prayed, went to work, and then volunteered at my son's school for a while during the party. Paper snowflakes were cut and donations were collected for the children and families of Newtown. I am thankful for what I have. Each day is a blessing, a gift that should be cherished.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. May this coming year be one of Hope for everyone.

 

[dbs1228]

I too am from CT and this has been a very sad week. I think that the energy level in general has been out of wack for a while now and I have full believe that things will get better. I am so looking forward to being in the world for New Years but I looking forward to spending time with my family the most! Wishing all dis boarders a healthy, happy and safe holiday!

 

[Cee]

I understand. My youngest is working at a ski lodge this season and it will be the first Christmas that I don't have all my kids together. But we are so grateful for all our blessings and pray for those who are struggling due to Sandy and Sandy Hook(what is with "Sandy"?) and all other manner of challenges out there.

I also dream of a Christmas at Disney. One year.......

Blessings and Christmas cheer to one and all!

 

[CruznLexi]

I am a huge Disney fan. We own at both AK and HH and love going on the cruises. Well in Sept I lost my job of 14 years I am now at another job I hate. I litterally cry every time I have to go in. I work as a nurse so you can imagine how bad it is . But must pay bills. I had large amounts of vacation time now next to nothing. I had a new job that I really liked and found out Monday that job is no more. It is hard to get excited about anything. I need health insurance but can't afford COBRA at. $910 a month. Private insurance is not much cheaper. I want to be happy again and look forward to going back to Disney. I just came off of a 12 day vacation that had both the cruise and stay and the day after I came home was told the news that job I liked was no more.

 

[amyy]

One Christmas my mother was hospitalized unexpectedly and I took it very hard. That night I posted on the boards in the community section and was touched by how kind and caring everyone was. Sometimes it seems people can be a bit snippy and actually down right rude. I was fortunate that night.

Glad you found the boards helpful. There is nothing like Disney during the Christmas season.

 

[luv2sleep]

I'm having an unusually blue Christmas this year. Not really sure why and am having such a hard time getting things ready for my family for Christmas. So the other night when I couldn't sleep I got on the Disboards and was reading about Disney, trip reports, Christmas in the parks and so on and started thinking more about a Disney trip for next Dec/Jan. What a great way to lift my spirits and give me something to look forward to.

Thanks Disboards and DVC threads for helping me through a difficult time! Wonder if others use Disboard/Disney therapy?

Yes. One of my siblings died this year just before Thanksgiving. I had a Disneyland trip booked for mid December. I had planned to cancel but forgot and waited too long. We went just for 1 night and just being at DL where he and I used to spend many summers together lifted my spirits. Experiencing the magic and being there with my little boy was so comforting. It's been a horrible few weeks but just being at DL helped some. Christmas was very hard this year. I'm considering spending either Thanksgiving or Christmas there next year. I read about Disney and hang on the boards a lot these days and it helps. Some people don't get the whole Disney thing but if its special to you it can really help you feel better.