re: What is yalls mood as you move into the holidays?

I have mixed feelings now about the holidays. Both my parents died in the last few years - during COVID (not from COVID) and my brothers and I are trying to establish new traditions. And my MIL passed away this year too. So, it's been a little challenging. It was always so chaotic and we complained non-stop about it when they were here because they were divorced so we always had a lot going on going everywhere. But, to be honest I miss the heck out of my crazy Mom who actually attempted to ruin every holiday but, she was also a lot of fun. I realize now that your parents are the glue that brings family all together. I'm trying to be optimistic that we will figure it out but, it doesn't feel the same for sure. I love Christmas, I really do. Getting in the spirit has been tougher for sure. For those of you that still have your parents and they might drive you crazy, remember that they someday they won't be there. Not trying to be a bummer...