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The Holidays are Hard to Face Alone
Whether you're single or divorced, your spouse is away on business or there has been a death in the family, Christmas can be a heartbreaker.

With a little planning, it can be a wonderful time.

Decorate the House

Plan Something Special

Plan a treat for yourself, something really special.

Be Around Other People

there are always soup kitchens and charities that need people on Christmas Day

Give Yourself Some Quiet Time

give yourself the time and the permission to feel sad

If your heart is broken this year, take the time to remember, to look at old pictures, to mourn.