I'm sorry you have to go through this, I'm really sorry. I wish I could hug you right now and tell you everything's going to be alright...
Nothing's more painful than constantly thinking "bah humbug" during the holly jolly season that should bring families together. You feel betrayed because you thought your parents would never be apart. Tell me this, did you grow up thinking like this every single year?
The presents under the tree are wrapped with care, or the candles on the menorah are shining ever so brightly. But at the same time, your heart isn't full of warm love like it used to be. Tell me this, does it feel as cold as the chilly, winter winds?
You go to parties with friends or co-workers and hear about what they have planned with their families, and you feel extreme jealousy with a touch of bitterness. Tell me this, does it feel even worse when you see all of the "joyful" pictures on social media?
As December rolls in, you become more focused on the fact your parents won't be together because there's jagged tears in the family portrait.
I know it's pretty tough right now, but I want you to take a moment right now to think about a lovely lady (whom I finally got the pleasure to meet for the first time this year) who's been lifting our spirits since 1993, Euphegenia Doubtfire:
You see, just because mom and dad aren't together anymore doesn't mean the most wonderful time of the year has to be a crummy one. It may not be the perfect image like it used to be or what it should have been, but with time you'll learn to move on. In fact, as you get older, you'll realize what the holiday season means to you.
When you see your parents next time, please give them a smile. Or if it seems too painful to put on a happy face, just give them a big hug. Maybe you won't believe me right now, but I solemnly swear on this: You're not the only one feeling distraught, and your parents will definitely appreciate the thought.
And in the words of Mrs. Doubtfire,"All my love to you poppet, you're going to be alright... bye bye."
