DEAN MARTIN : THE CHRISTMAS BLUES : FOR THOSE OF YOU WHO ARE A LITTLE DEPRESSED

Mistresses aren't the only ones who can find the Christmas holidays depressing, but for those who want more from a relationship, like more time to spend together, it can feel lonely or isolated.

Whatever your relationship status, this is the time to get out there!  Get moving!  Don't give in to self pity, even if you've had a difficult year and there is no end in sight to the problem.  You probably have a lot to be thankful for.

So, if you're feeling down, here are some suggestions:

Don't give into being slovenly unless you're sick.  Get up, do your make-up and hair, dress well, and go for a walk, even if it's just out for a coffee, or to watch the kids piling on Santa Claus' lap at the mall.

THERE IS SO VERY MUCH TO DO WITH YOUR TIME during this season. 

Volunteer!

You'll find that there are plentiful opportunities to do just that, without having to make any long term commitments to a cause or organization. You can help serve food at a homeless shelter.  You can help the local police wrap presents for their toy give away.

I remember the year that a group of my neighbors decided at the last minute to show up at the closest senior citizens home to carol.  Most of the people who lived there were Jewish but believe me they were so cheered by being sung a few songs to, even though we were out of tune!  It was Old Fashioned mad cap fun!

You get the idea!

Missy