"Pierian Spring" wrote in message
oups.com...
I don't celebrate and have withdrawn from the prezzie cycle
for some years because it's a most difficult time for alcoholics
and the time of year when one is most likely to have a "slip"
(as it is termed in AA) if one is not on one's guard all the time.



My personal reasonal reasons for celebrating Christmas is to look back and
on my previous 12 months achievements, also to take time out from a busy
work schedule (the aerospace industry doesn't run itself you know!!) and
spend time amongst friends and family. Even exchanging gifts as a token of
appreciation for being there thru the ups and downs of the past year and to
look forward to whatever the future holds. A beer here, a spirit there and
the odd mince pie does no harm.Indeed, a wondorous time for even the
strongest disbelievers!

....and a good excused to get ****ed for a week and a bit!!!