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Somebody asked me today if I was all ready for Christmas?

(83 Posts)
Desdemona Mon 24-Nov-25 21:28:25

Whaaat?

It's the 24th of November.

Will people start asking in June next year?

Beechnut Tue 02-Dec-25 10:10:24

Saw this earlier 😂

Norah Tue 02-Dec-25 14:46:55

Perhaps love the lights.

ViceVersa Tue 02-Dec-25 14:52:32

REKA

Maremia

Some people enjoy looking forward to things. Anticipation can be joyous in itself.

So true!

My grandma would always quote *anticipation is better than realisation*

That's how I've always felt about xmas. I honestly hate it - even as a child, there always seemed to be this big build-up to what inevitably turned out to be a complete anti-climax. If left to my own devices, I'd happily take myself off somewhere until it's all over, but I always give in to the family's expectations.

Casdon Tue 02-Dec-25 15:09:11

I’m the opposite ViceVersa. I find the preparation period wearing, mainly because I’m a last minute Annie and I’m running about trying to get everything done. Come 3pm on Christmas Eve, I’m a new woman, everything is done and I kick back and enjoy what will be over a week of family time with no agenda to fulfil. I love it.

Wyllow3 Tue 02-Dec-25 18:38:08

(shudder) I like to prepare bit by bit. And I'll do my best to avoid everything shopping wise near the time, but the couple of days before veg run.

Wyllow3 Tue 02-Dec-25 18:41:40

Fortunately my DS and family go up to Scotland with the other grandparents, I could go (I would if it was popping over locally but its 7 hours in the car) but prefer to wait till after Christmas or my January birthday.

Wyllow3 Tue 02-Dec-25 18:43:04

I adore outside lights and walking or driving past them however. I feel fortunate to be able to please myself!