[Cherie]

I can't say I am very much, and every year I fall a little further out of love with Christmas The weather is super mild as well so that doesn't help, its more like Spring...I can't even get excited about the dinner, I started Slimming World 6 weeks ago and I have lost 12 pounds with 6 to go to my target weight and I dont want to undo all the good work . and I keep forgetting to buy Sherry

[Gusto Brunt]

Not sure of the options.

It's either love it or hate it, but it's not like that for me.

I like Christmas but it's sad we lose that kiddies love of Christmas.

Also, I'm older now, and I don't drink booze so yeah I am bound to be a litttle underwhelmed by it all.

But yes deep down I am looking forward to the big day and me Christmas dinner.

[Niamh.]

Just finished all my wrapping it did seem to sneak up this year though

[thesheriff443]

Fcuk no it’s utter bull sh1t

[GoldHeart]

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

I can't say I am very much, and every year I fall a little further out of love with Christmas The weather is super mild as well so that doesn't help, its more like Spring...I can't even get excited about the dinner, I started Slimming World 6 weeks ago and I have lost 12 pounds with 6 to go to my target weight and I dont want to undo all the good work . and I keep forgetting to buy Sherry

Cherie how could you forget the sherry , your name is so similar to it lol .

[Zizu]

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

I can't say I am very much, and every year I fall a little further out of love with Christmas The weather is super mild as well so that doesn't help, its more like Spring...I can't even get excited about the dinner, I started Slimming World 6 weeks ago and I have lost 12 pounds with 6 to go to my target weight and I dont want to undo all the good work . and I keep forgetting to buy Sherry

So far there’s half a bottle of sherry gone into our Christmas cake !!

I add a little each day .. already very succulent !

[Nicky91]

after last night's lets dance special i am yes

[LaLaLand]

No. For the second time this month we’re all ill with flu/cold here. We’re having no luck at all this year.

[Cherie]

Originally Posted by FaLaLaLand

No. For the second time this month we’re all ill with flu/cold here. We’re having no luck at all this year.

we all have that lurgy too so its not helping with feeling festive

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by FaLaLaLand

No. For the second time this month we’re all ill with flu/cold here. We’re having no luck at all this year.

….awww, that’s sucks so much that you should get it twice and when you’re already still feeling low …(…emotionally and physically…)…from your first time…it’s no consolation at all right at this moment, I know…but hopefully your immune system will fight it off so much more quickly and easier this second time…sending you so many positive thoughts for a quick recovery soon and that your Christmas Day will be much healthier than you’re feeling right now……

[LaLaLand]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

….awww, that’s sucks so much that you should get it twice and when you’re already still feeling low …(…emotionally and physically…)…from your first time…it’s no consolation at all right at this moment, I know…but hopefully your immune system will fight it off so much more quickly and easier this second time…sending you so many positive thoughts for a quick recovery soon and that your Christmas Day will be much healthier than you’re feeling right now……

I’ve had the longest night honestly. I went to bed at half 7 just for a lie down and ended up staying there until 7 this morning and kept waking up every hour it seemed feeling like death warmed up. I’ve had a few glasses of water and a couple of paracetamol and a couple of digestives (haven’t eaten since yesterday morning) and feel a bit better now. Gonna get a few more hours in now.

I hope it passes by Wednesday.

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by FaLaLaLand

I’ve had the longest night honestly. I went to bed at half 7 just for a lie down and ended up staying there until 7 this morning and kept waking up every hour it seemed feeling like death warmed up. I’ve had a few glasses of water and a couple of paracetamol and a couple of digestives (haven’t eaten since yesterday morning) and feel a bit better now. Gonna get a few more hours in now.

I hope it passes by Wednesday.

I hope you make a speedy and full recovery in 24 hours or 48 at a push.

Thinking of you x

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by FaLaLaLand

I’ve had the longest night honestly. I went to bed at half 7 just for a lie down and ended up staying there until 7 this morning and kept waking up every hour it seemed feeling like death warmed up. I’ve had a few glasses of water and a couple of paracetamol and a couple of digestives (haven’t eaten since yesterday morning) and feel a bit better now. Gonna get a few more hours in now.

I hope it passes by Wednesday.

…sleep is the best thing/recovery for your body …you’re on the right track with rehydration and sleep, I’m wishing for a Christmas Fay recovery for you too and for you to enjoy the time with your family……

[LaLaLand]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

I hope you make a speedy and full recovery in 24 hours or 48 at a push.

Thinking of you x

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

…sleep is the best thing/recovery for your body …you’re on the right track with rehydration and sleep, I’m wishing for a Christmas Fay recovery for you too and for you to enjoy the time with your family……

Thanks both.

I’ve slept pretty much all day and I’m up now and feel much better. Bit of a headache and a cough but my appetite’s coming back.

Hopefully I’ll be all good by Wednesday.

[joeysteele]

Yes, I'm looking forward to this one.

[UserSince2005]

As a Muslim I find this thread offensive

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by UserSince2005

As a Muslim I find this thread offensive

For what reason? There's nothing whatsoever to take offence at, or are people not allowed to be of different religions? Ffs utterly ridiculous.

[Cherie]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

For what reason? There's nothing whatsoever to take offence at, or are people not allowed to be of different religions? Ffs utterly ridiculous.

I think he he taking the piss, he is not a Muslim

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

I think he he taking the piss, he is not a Muslim

Well humph. It should be removed, it's not necessary and not funny.

Gets on my nerves....I'm touchy when people spout off inferring prejudice.

[rusticgal]

I used to love Christmas as a child…and when my boys were little. As you get older it seems to lose some of its magic.
Out having lunch today with my girlfriends and two young children asking how many sleeps until Christmas..3 came the answer and as they left I looked at them and thought those 3 sleeps will be an eternity for them…I remember the feeling as a child.
Oh to get those years back…and have the dinner all cooked and served up whilst playing with our toys and watching Christmas films.

I guess that magic will come back in some form with grandchildren…but I guess I will still be cooking..

[UserSince2005]

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

I think he he taking the piss, he is not a Muslim

how dare you, i am a man of allah

[GoldHeart]

Originally Posted by UserSince2005

how dare you, i am a man of allah

Then chocolate coins are real gold .

[user104658]

I am a bit this year, I got a Christmas jumper for the work Christmas lunch and everything.

[Redway]

I’m … not, I’ll be honest. But there’s a reason for that.

[user104658]

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

I can't even get excited about the dinner, I started Slimming World 6 weeks ago and I have lost 12 pounds with 6 to go to my target weight and I dont want to undo all the good work .

Weight gain is slow and insidious and proper weight loss is sustainable and steady...

...in other words, you can pig out on Christmas Day and it's not going to undo any weight loss goals; it's just one day, even if you eat 4x your usual daily calories you wouldn't gain a pound.

UNLESS

...you fall into he trap of saying "Well, I could just do Boxing Day too..." and then "...oh, I'll def get on it next week..." and then a couple of weeks pass .

But yeah basically this is a willpower issue Cherie. You can enjoy Christmas Day to the full if you think you have the strength to go back to chicken salad on Boxing Day. Personally, I believe in you . Have the figgy pudding.