Very recently, one of the teachers at my school broke the news that one of my classmate’s mother just passed away, and that his father is fighting cancer. The entire grade was tasked with making cards for him while he is away, but I think that a lot of the grade is pretty apprehensive because usually, he isn’t a very… socially-aware person (autism) and a bit of a boy-who-cried-wolf. He has a bad history with a lot of my friends, but he was also one of the first people I met at this school, so I appreciate this reminder and reassurance for everyone who might be going through really difficult times right now.
5 months ago | 381
It really helped me to see this. My mother had banned holidays when I was a kid due to religious things and would punish me for even acknowledging them. As an adult with a loving partner, I'm just now being allowed to celebrate again. It's always a bittersweet time of year.
5 months ago | 102
Thank you. Ive been estranged from my family of origin for two years. I never want to bring others down with my own feelings of loss and grief, and needed the reminder its okay to feel my feelings, as long as I dont let them control my actions.
5 months ago | 32
really needed to hear this. my family is really toxic and unkind, and i really needed that hug ❤️
5 months ago | 90
Vielen Dank, ich kann Ihnen nicht sagen, wie sehr ich es wirklich brauchte, das zu hören. Ich hoffe, dass du einen besseren Tag hattest als ich <3
5 months ago | 43
my mom decided that we're not going to spend any holidays with large family gatherings anymore, and now I don't dread holidays like I used to. I'm sending out virtual hugs to anyone that need them, if you feel alone I promise you will find your people, and if you don't I (a random stranger on the internet) promise to be with you in spirit <3
5 months ago | 9
Thanks knowing people are thinking of people lonely hiding themselves like I am makes me feel just the tiniest but better. I Hope your holidays are filled with happiness :)
5 months ago | 33
Means a lot,family is a sensitive topic for me so this made me tear up even if it was just nice words and a virtual hug<3
5 months ago | 5
While my things aren’t really family related, it’s still a nice message as I’m not getting the (emotional) support I need (I’m in medical crisis right now) Happy Thanksgiving y’all :]
5 months ago | 11
As a person who's parents just split up last year, the holidays still kind of suck for me, so I really appreciate this, thank you. ❤️🩹
5 months ago | 42
Thank you! We’ve had several deaths in my family each year, there is barely anyone left in my family anymore.
5 months ago | 3
personally i’m thankful for this channel and the amazing souls behind the screen ❤️
5 months ago | 4
In thanksgiving dinner currently, only related to three of the people here, the other four are at my moms. Both parents have a girlfriend/husband this year. Needed this. I have a feeling my favorite time of the year will become hell
5 months ago (edited) | 12
I'm sending extra hugs to anyone who may need a supportive older sibling. Feel free to vent in my replies here, I'm happy to listen and support however possible <3
5 months ago | 8
My extended family can be toxic and I was ignorant of it until I was an adult because I grew up 3,000 miles away from them, so we only ever saw them like once a decade because it was too expensive to visit. I'm thankful that my parents (inadvertently?) taught me that the holidays are about celebrating with those you want to, not just because they are "blood".
5 months ago | 3
I spent Thanksgiving alone. I wasn't invited anywhere. And didn't want to invite myself. I've been telling my partner how I feel, but they don't understand. They seem to take they family for granted, but I feel horrible that I have that thought. Thanks for holding space for the depressos like me.
5 months ago | 1
So glad I don’t have the pressure to see my grandparents for Thanksgiving, and that we invite my brothers, SIL, nieces, and co. over and ignore the people trying to tell us we owe some sort of gratitude for whatever they think they’ve done for us.
5 months ago | 6
My family decided not to invite me until the last second for my thanksgiving so even though I went, I felt alone since I got forgotten, and it happens often. Now I'm alone and heading to bed early.
5 months ago | 9
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With this holiday season, Kade and I wanted to make a quick message for all of you.
The holidays can be times of joy for some, and lonely for others. We hope that each and every one of you find peace and belonging in this, and in your own communities.
It's also okay to be melancholy and sad if you feel alone during what is typically a family oriented holiday season. For some, breaking bread with family can be uplifting and communal. For others, it is either non-existent or a painful reminder of the bigotry still instilled in others.
Our hearts go out to everyone that needs the hug they didn't receive today. Happy holidays ❤️
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