Meltdown in the supermarket!

I agree I shed a tear too (not for my departed ex) but my Mum and Dad Mum loved Christmas and my long suffering Dad did all the getting the decorations down from the loft even when they were too old to be climbing around I miss them such a lot they died within 6 months of each other one day before their 70th wedding anniversary Mum never knew Dad had died as she had Alzheimer’s and didn’t know him but I could just hear her saying “ you’re not going anywhere without me”

I think a total ban on Christmas music would be wonderful. I can't think straight and M&S this morning was dreadful, loud and changing frequently so it was intrusive. It wasn't possible to tune out. Sainsbury's at least was quieter and I think gave me time to think and probably I spent more. I know I left m&s without buying quite a few things. I don't associate any music with anyone so I wouldn't have the same problem as op but sympathy.

Oh sunseeker your post has me in tears too - I'm so sorry that must have been so hard for you and a huge virtual hug

I hope you feel a bit better now. I know exactly how you feel. My late DH loved Christmas. The first Christmas after he died when I went to the supermarket and heard Christmas songs I couldn't stop crying. This went on for another three or four years. I started getting most of my shopping online. I still don't usually listen to music as so many songs remind me of the past and make me cry.