I feel for everyone suffering from some level of sadness during Christmas, and I completely understand. There have been points in my life where I was really struggling to come up with gifts for the kids and the people who meant the most to me. Christmas might not be about gifts but sometimes it sure feels that way.
There were times I’m reminded of the friends and family who are no longer here to enjoy the season. This year losing my dog hit me harder than I ever thought possible.
I’m reminded of friends who lost their spouses, parents or children and can only imagine the depth of sadness they face.
“You took my dreams from me when I first found you
I kept them with me, babe, I put them with my own
Can’t make it out alone, I’ve built my dreams around you.”
There can be a lot of heaviness to the season.
We have to do our best to not dwell in it. Live for the day, day by day. Try finding something to appreciate with each and every day– focus on the positive as much as possible.
If someone in your circle is suffering from such sadness, don’t call them on it, now is not the time for “tough love”. Empathize, help them to see the good, give them a bit of space if needed but be there for them when they come out of it.
Remember you are not alone.
It's Andy Fish! 
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