Posted by Dog on December 15, 2003, at 11:27:06
In reply to Pretty good weekend, for a change!, posted by Penny on December 15, 2003, at 8:33:24
i am so glad to hear others are happy! it gives me some hope..
i have so much to be happy for but can't get away from feelings of dread over the Holidays...i am married with a lovely wife and beautiful 9 year old daughter. i grew up in a dysfxn'l/alcoholic home. Though i am a Christian and appreciate the Christ in Christmas very much, i have the worst time with the Holidays, esp. when it comes to over-spending on gifts and such. i mean, i want to give my wife and daughter the best and the most, but know i can't afford it...i am such a dud and i have so much trouble deciding what to get, esp. what to get for my wife as i let her do most of the shopping for my daughter... i feel that whatever i get for her isn't good enough...
am working with a fairly good job and we're all healthy somewhat, but i feel a constant dread during the holidays plus feelings of hopelessness, unworthiness, etc. i don't want to feel these feelings, esp. during the holidays...and esp. don't want to spoil it for my wife and daughter...
anyone have any advice?
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