Is it normal that i have nowhere to go on thanksgiving?

This will be my third Christmas alone (we don't celebrate Thanksgiving in my country. Well, not yet, anyway). I've had a couple of miserable ones and this year it occurred to me that I've been missing a trick. I've always spent so much time planning things for other people, it never occurred to me to be selfish and do something for myself.

When I started thinking about what I could do, I realised that because I know exactly what I like, I could plan something for myself that no other person ever could. I can give myself one of the best days of my life.

Because of the things I've given up (and am in the process of giving up), I have a bit of extra money floating around and can take a hit. The more I thought about it, the more I thought about really pushing the boat out. The figure that came to mind was a thousand pounds. And that I should spend it however I wanted without guilt. As soon as I settled on that completely selfish and capitalistic pursuit and assured myself not to feel guilt (I'd have drank and smoked the money away), I started to feel something about Christmas I haven't felt since I was a kid. Excitement!

The first thing is a musical instrument. I've already chosen that and will wrap it up for Christmas morning. Second is a pre-Christmas holiday. Either a week in northern Scotland or a week in Paris. I very much fancy Paris and seeing as how this is supposed to be special, why not? Then an expensive wristwatch (I love watches), some gadgets, tiny matchbox computers, robots, toys, computer games, and some very, very fine food and champagne for Christmas Day. And whatever is left, pure frivolity. I am basically recreating a child's Christmas but for an adult.

As for you, it can't be easy bringing up kids alone. Take this rare opportunity to spoil the hell out of yourself and put yourself first for once. Plan your perfect day. For once, be completely selfish and give yourself whatever your heart desires. I've spent two Christmases miserable. And with no good reason. Not for a third time, though. :D

I dream of spending Thanksgiving alone. Instead I'll be going to my brother's house. Fuck!

Last year my husband and I decided to start our own tradition and host a misfits Thanksgiving. I was surprised at how many single parents showed up without their kids as well as lonely hearts that just parted ways with a significant other. We will be doing that again this year.

If you can't find somewhere to go, maybe you can volunteer in a soup kitchen. There are a of people who have nowhere to go.

go the homeless shelter ... also some bars have an after thanksgiving party

Why don't you just make peace and get over it? All holidays DON'T have to be perfect. I feel as though steps and sisters should all just put their feelings aside. My family has gotten into those horrible holiday dilemmas before where my mom slaps her friend causing a root! Who cares, it makes it fun!

Why not join them? Put old times aside for a fun day with family.