It is difficult but one of the reasons humans need parenting for so long is guiding them through times like these. You are teaching her how to deal with difficult things and emotions. Don't deny her emotions, support her. It's OK to cry, it's OK to feel sad, just as it's OK to be happy, it's OK to giggle and laugh.
Her sadness shouldn't make you so uncomfortable that you shut her down with things like "Please don't be sad."
I think you're doing a great job.
Have no expectations about Christmas, just make sure inviting her is what's truly in your heart and it's not about showing her what a great guy you are.
Me 57/H 58 M36 S 2.5yrs R 12/13
Let me give up the need to know why things happen as they do. I will never know and constant wondering is constant suffering. Caroline Myss
