Hey Altair! I like the idea if a yoga retreat I think you should definitely look into that. Not sure about the darkness thing though, seems a bit torturous rather than relaxing!

The idea of going away at Christmas really appeals to me. If I was on my own I would definitely do that. Even now I would love to just get away for a couple of weeks to remove myself from the sitch.

So far I've tried to put Christmas out of my mind as much as I can but I know I've got to face it at some point. Usually by now my family and friends are asking what I'm doing or extending invitations but I think mostly everyone is skirting around it.

It's my D's birthday a few days before Christmas so I've really got to pull myself up by the bootstraps and make her birthday and Christmas a good one. Because she is an only child I am reluctant to go away as she always likes other children around which is understandable. Thinking cap on!

I definitely think you should book it Altair. It will be something to look forward to and focus on for the next couple of months....

Me - 47
H - 45
D-16
M - 6 years
Separated - May 16

Don't leave me behind can't you see me I'm shining... (Years & Years - 'Shine')