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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Today, as a single person living across the country from the rest of my family, I learned that a family of four is all alone.

I love the holiday season in DC as someone who is truly alone. Last year was rough, for sure, but I still managed to celebrate by cooking a massive meal for myself (which froze well and provided food for the following week). I was shameless on social media and being all up in other people's virtual gatherings.

This year things are reopening, so much more opportunity to see holiday shows (Nutcracker, Step Afrika, etc.). Even though classics like the zoo lights and botanic garden will remain closed, there will be many other holiday happenings. Keep your eye open for community events and enjoy.

Depending on your tolerance for vaccinated gatherings, you can arrange a Friendsgiving or Christmas dinner for neighbors, friends, and coworkers. [/quote]

Thank you for offering soap some practical advice. Some good tips here! Very impressive you make feast for yourself and freeze/ enjoy over time. Have not heard of Step Afrika and will check out.

However, the snark was not necessary. When you have children, many of us want to give them the gift of extended family. In reality, many extended families are far from idyllic, dysfunctional and/ or far away. It is better to be honest about complicated feelings around family and holidays and deal with sad stuff than to repress them. Yes it is up to us to create fun and meaning in our lives, but it is good to support new neighbors in the process.[/quote]

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