I have been getting quite a load of emails from concerned friends and relatives about my lack of attention to the site and I thought this was as good of a time as any to share my thoughts on things.There are a couple issues on my mind as of now.Consistent with past years and worsening with each new year is my attitude toward X-mas.It’s also that time of year which has brought about a whole new set of thoughts and emotions as I sit and reflect on those around me in these what seem to be stagnant months of past.I’m sure I may step on some toes with this blog, but I’ve been blatantly open with my information and thoughts so far throughout this site, so please accept my apology for anything that may have offended anyone.It’s just me writing from my heart.
What in the world does “Christ” have to do with X-mas in this commercialized and fascistically manipulated AmericanT we live in?!Every single year I’ve become depressed and agitated around the second week of December over what gift I’m obligated to buy for whoever already knows what it is, over how much to spend on one person and not on others, over what’ll be said over who bought what, over and over…Over with it!
As I continue to grow in so very many ways, I find myself seeing couples or even groups now during gatherings leaving me feeling alone, detached and even isolated at times.I am positively happy and excited about life, but I can’t help noticing I’m all alone when all I see are couples.It makes me truly miss feeling as though I’m part of something and brings a whole new level of misery to the season.
Now don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love visiting with family and just as much to spoil my girls.I’m just so disgusted with the madhouse it’s become.I see X-mas as a time to reconnect with extended family and strengthen the bond of family all together.Why don’t we just leave the whole economy boost out of the equation and take time once a year to celebrate togetherness?!Why not just call it Togethermas?
Comments
Andrea said:
Hey buddy. I really like hearing your thoughts. I should come to this site more often. I liked the bulletin that led me here. It was a really good idea. I totally understand what you mean. It's a great time of year, but so stressful. "Togethermas"... I like it. It works better. Yeah, it's so commercialized it really doesn't fall under any standard anymore, and I think people should do with it as they please. Call it whatever, have their own traditions. And, I'm really sorry that you feel isolated by all the couples and I really hope I'm not one of those people that isolate you. If I am, please just let me know and I'll change the way I act, because your feelings are very important to me. Thanks for all the advice you've given me. You are very wise and very special. I'm so glad that you feel better and are less depressed. I hope that you have a good Christmas. And a good New Year too.
Wendy said:
Hey Jake!
Nice to read your weblog and I agree totally. Although I admit I'm one of those folks who likes to buy presents for others, but the whole how much to spend and who to give to and not to give is still frustrating to me. I think your "Togethermas" idea definately has merit.
Take Care Of Yourself!!! I check your site every few weeks to see what you're up to! I miss emails from you on PoF..
