I think the worst part of the holiday season is that once it's over there's still another few months of winter left!

Just don’t participate in any and you’ll be fine.

You have a point. These days Christmas is just like any other day of the year and I always look forward to it being finally over and done with.

Christmas came extra early this year. Everyone had their tree up and shining in the window well before November was even over. And I even dreaded unpacking my artificial tree and decorating it. But it's up and my toddler loves it and I am content with that.

Parties and presents and booze and songs and lights are tricks that people all over the world to keep from feeling shitty. Surprise someone with a stupid gift like a reindeer made out of a peanut with googly eyes- their giggles will help you feel better.