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Hospital Diaries Pt. VI: The Holiday Edition

Hospital Diaries Pt. VI: The Holiday Edition

On seeking permission and owning our choices. Plus creative Christmas decor, CBD stocking stuffers and festive eats.

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Mom and I circa 1999?

My crooked Christmas tree is bare. I’ve looked everywhere and can’t find my ornaments. It’s been years since I decorated. Ever since my mom died, I’ve taken a Scrooge stance on Christmas. Every year, come November 1st, the sound of Christmas music in stores would fill me such rage that it would take every ounce of self-control to resist tearing down holiday displays. Christmas, to me, is a celebration of family and any sign of it reminds me of the family I’ve lost.

The saying “the grass is greener on the other side,” really does ring true. I know there are many people out there with huge families who would love to spend Christmas alone. I know you can feel lonely in a relationship or surrounded by people at the dinner table.

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