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Yes, I'm a Grinch. I hate Christmas. Can't wait til the hassle is over for another year.
So..... let's do it. All you Grinches out there, list reasons for people to hate Christmas or the things you hate about it yourself.
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The pressure ! Hate the pressure . Got to the stage now where I only worry about buying for my child . That may seem stingy , but I just don’t have to cash to get everyone a big present , but I do get those close to me something small |
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over a year ago
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"Yes, I'm a Grinch. I hate Christmas. Can't wait til the hassle is over for another year.
So..... let's do it. All you Grinches out there, list reasons for people to hate Christmas or the things you hate about it yourself.
Let the Grinching commence!!!! Mwhahaha. "
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"The pressure ! Hate the pressure . Got to the stage now where I only worry about buying for my child . That may seem stingy , but I just don’t have to cash to get everyone a big present , but I do get those close to me something small "
Sounds perfect to me Pony.
Look after those that believe first and then priceless, homemade knick knacks for the rest.
One year I made olives for every house in my family. Each jar was tailored to what I knew they liked. One jar was olives with garlic n herbs n oil, other was garlic, chillies and pepper, etc, etc. They all loved them and the customisation was really appreciated. It's simple, thoughtful things  |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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Reasons to hate Xmas?
Hmmm,let me see ?
People
Cost
D*unk people
Happy people(pretending to be)
Happy people(not pretending,proper psychos)
Kids
People with kids
Kids with kids
Television
Facebook
People on television
Turkey (yuk)
Mince pies (double yuk)
Xmas cake (yuk yuk yuk)
Blah blah blah
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over a year ago
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"Yes, I'm a Grinch. I hate Christmas. Can't wait til the hassle is over for another year.
So..... let's do it. All you Grinches out there, list reasons for people to hate Christmas or the things you hate about it yourself.
Let the Grinching commence!!!! Mwhahaha.
Learn the same lessons as the grinch and find the true meaning of Christmas "
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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I hate the fake happiness. Daughter of an alcoholic I have no happy Christmas memories, just fear and disappointment.
I have my own family now and we make Christmas special we have started our own traditions. But the adverts and stuff about Christmas being a magical family time for all makes me very sad and I am always thinking of people who are not as fortunate as me. Interesting I like Christmas more now that I admit why I hate it. I feel no pressure to be merry.... I even bought a Christmas jumper this year.. And a santa dress.  |
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over a year ago
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"Reasons to hate Xmas?
Hmmm,let me see ?
People
Cost
D*unk people
Happy people(pretending to be)
Happy people(not pretending,proper psychos)
Kids
People with kids
Kids with kids
Television
Facebook
People on television
Turkey (yuk)
Mince pies (double yuk)
Xmas cake (yuk yuk yuk)
Blah blah blah
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And unhappy people who only look at the negatives....
Do all your shopping online or early
Enjoy giving more than getting
Don't get caught up in consumer madness
Meet up with friends and family over creamy pints and warm fires
Eat the food you DO like
Ho ho ho |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Reasons to hate Xmas?
Hmmm,let me see ?
People
Cost
D*unk people
Happy people(pretending to be)
Happy people(not pretending,proper psychos)
Kids
People with kids
Kids with kids
Television
Facebook
People on television
Turkey (yuk)
Mince pies (double yuk)
Xmas cake (yuk yuk yuk)
Blah blah blah
And unhappy people who only look at the negatives....
Do all your shopping online or early
Enjoy giving more than getting
Don't get caught up in consumer madness
Meet up with friends and family over creamy pints and warm fires
Eat the food you DO like
Ho ho ho "
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I hate reading about anyone who begrudges Christmas...
Yes, Christmas is cheesy, tv is even cheesier and it never lives up to the anticipation 
...but feck it, it only comes once a year and we're actually nicer to people as a result...
Christmas rules |
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over a year ago
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Having worked in hotels and pubs for my adult life it's the worst time of year. Not just because it's so busy, it's when all the amateur drinkers are out. Don't know what they want to drink, how to order it or worst of all take 10 minutes to order a round of 6 drinks. Annoying.
Then the crowd who only get into town once a year and don't know how to behave themselves, puking all over the streets, and in the pub(not just in the toilets) and just being a general hazard.
How many people take the time to think of the hotel/barman who works these long hours and cleans up or deals with the crap over Christmas? |
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"Having worked in hotels and pubs for my adult life it's the worst time of year. Not just because it's so busy, it's when all the amateur drinkers are out. Don't know what they want to drink, how to order it or worst of all take 10 minutes to order a round of 6 drinks. Annoying.
Then the crowd who only get into town once a year and don't know how to behave themselves, puking all over the streets, and in the pub(not just in the toilets) and just being a general hazard.
How many people take the time to think of the hotel/barman who works these long hours and cleans up or deals with the crap over Christmas? "
A guy walks into a bar orders 5 shots of whisky, the barman asks is everything ok, the guy says my brother just came out as gay and is marrying my best friend. The next day the same guy comes into the bar and orders 7 shots of whisky, whats wrong, says the barman, my son just informed me he's gay says the man. The next day the same guy walks into the bar and orders 10 shots of whisky, does anyone in your family like women asked the barman. Apparently my wife does said the guy 
Oh btw, have one yourself  |
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over a year ago
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I don't like Xmas cause its too much commercial and fake feelings! People is gone way too crazy about presents and forget meaning of Xmas! And those fb post of omg look what I got makes me sick!
I will totally alone these Christmas and Im looking forward to it! |
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"The pressure ! Hate the pressure . Got to the stage now where I only worry about buying for my child . That may seem stingy , but I just don’t have to cash to get everyone a big present , but I do get those close to me something small "
Yeah, I know exactly what you mean. I have felt pressure some years trying to put together the money to get the things my daughter wanted.
You have your priorities right. Worry about your kid and then small things for anyone else close is more than enough. It truly is the thought that counts. |
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"Yes, I'm a Grinch. I hate Christmas. Can't wait til the hassle is over for another year.
So..... let's do it. All you Grinches out there, list reasons for people to hate Christmas or the things you hate about it yourself.
Let the Grinching commence!!!! Mwhahaha.
Learn the same lessons as the grinch and find the true meaning of Christmas "
The true meaning of Christmas is about charity and goodwill. It's everybody else needs to learn that it's not all about buying stuff or about who got what for who. Lol |
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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago
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"Reasons to hate Xmas?
Hmmm,let me see ?
People
Cost
D*unk people
Happy people(pretending to be)
Happy people(not pretending,proper psychos)
Kids
People with kids
Kids with kids
Television
Facebook
People on television
Turkey (yuk)
Mince pies (double yuk)
Xmas cake (yuk yuk yuk)
Blah blah blah
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Yes to all of this!
Xmas = load of shite!
Haven't had a good Xmas since I was a child so its always a shit time for me. Love being a Grinch |
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"Yes, I'm a Grinch. I hate Christmas. Can't wait til the hassle is over for another year.
So..... let's do it. All you Grinches out there, list reasons for people to hate Christmas or the things you hate about it yourself.
Let the Grinching commence!!!! Mwhahaha.
Learn the same lessons as the grinch and find the true meaning of Christmas
The true meaning of Christmas is about charity and goodwill. It's everybody else needs to learn that it's not all about buying stuff or about who got what for who. Lol "
Exactly so don't worry about what others do and discover the true meaning of Christmas for yourself spread goodwill, kindness and charity |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Grinch here reasons to much money pressures, to much drink, griefing familys etc etc . There is loads to be a grinch about but we must try make the most of it and be grateful for what we do have |
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"The pressure ! Hate the pressure . Got to the stage now where I only worry about buying for my child . That may seem stingy , but I just don’t have to cash to get everyone a big present , but I do get those close to me something small
Sounds perfect to me Pony.
Look after those that believe first and then priceless, homemade knick knacks for the rest.
One year I made olives for every house in my family. Each jar was tailored to what I knew they liked. One jar was olives with garlic n herbs n oil, other was garlic, chillies and pepper, etc, etc. They all loved them and the customisation was really appreciated. It's simple, thoughtful things "
Yep, I tend to find that those who matter don't expect anything extravagant, they just appreciate thoughtfulness no matter what the present is or even how small. |
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"Reasons to hate Xmas?
Hmmm,let me see ?
People
Cost
D*unk people
Happy people(pretending to be)
Happy people(not pretending,proper psychos)
Kids
People with kids
Kids with kids
Television
Facebook
People on television
Turkey (yuk)
Mince pies (double yuk)
Xmas cake (yuk yuk yuk)
Blah blah blah
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To add to the list. Christmas shopping and crowds. Does my f**king head in. People just get in my way in every shop or stand chatting to someone else on front of the section I am trying to get at. But then I hate shopping in general. I try to do all of mine online and have it delivered to my front door. So much less stress and hassle.
I also hate Christmas music, especially when it starts playing two months beforehand.
And yeah I also hate people pretending to be happy.
People talk about how we should be nice because it's Christmas.
Ummmmm no. If I think someone is a c**t then that person is a c**t and shall remain so in my eyes, Christmas or not. No pretence here. Lol   |
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"Who’s on for just going away somewhere - get away from all the hassle / pressure and cost of it
AND JUST SPEND ALL THE MONEY ON YOURSELF "
Sounds like a plan. My family and I booked into a rented manor with indoor swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi.  |
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"I hate the fake happiness. Daughter of an alcoholic I have no happy Christmas memories, just fear and disappointment.
I have my own family now and we make Christmas special we have started our own traditions. But the adverts and stuff about Christmas being a magical family time for all makes me very sad and I am always thinking of people who are not as fortunate as me. Interesting I like Christmas more now that I admit why I hate it. I feel no pressure to be merry.... I even bought a Christmas jumper this year.. And a santa dress. "
I'm sorry for those bad experiences you had as a kid growing up. The true meaning of Christmas for me is really about the kids and also being charitable to those who are less well off.
I'm glad though that over time you have started to develop your own Christmas traditions with those closest to you.
I hate it myself that some people pretend to be nice just because it's Christmas. I will never pretend. If I don't like someone or get on with them then that won't change just because it happens to be Christmas (or not). |
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I hate reading about anyone who begrudges Christmas...
Yes, Christmas is cheesy, tv is even cheesier and it never lives up to the anticipation
...but feck it, it only comes once a year and we're actually nicer to people as a result...
Christmas rules "
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"Having worked in hotels and pubs for my adult life it's the worst time of year. Not just because it's so busy, it's when all the amateur drinkers are out. Don't know what they want to drink, how to order it or worst of all take 10 minutes to order a round of 6 drinks. Annoying.
Then the crowd who only get into town once a year and don't know how to behave themselves, puking all over the streets, and in the pub(not just in the toilets) and just being a general hazard.
How many people take the time to think of the hotel/barman who works these long hours and cleans up or deals with the crap over Christmas? "
Understandable that it can be a nightmare for staff during the Christmas period but hey this is what they are being paid for and hopefully the extra pay for working Christmas plus tips compensates for the extra hassle. |
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"Having worked in hotels and pubs for my adult life it's the worst time of year. Not just because it's so busy, it's when all the amateur drinkers are out. Don't know what they want to drink, how to order it or worst of all take 10 minutes to order a round of 6 drinks. Annoying.
Then the crowd who only get into town once a year and don't know how to behave themselves, puking all over the streets, and in the pub(not just in the toilets) and just being a general hazard.
How many people take the time to think of the hotel/barman who works these long hours and cleans up or deals with the crap over Christmas?
A guy walks into a bar orders 5 shots of whisky, the barman asks is everything ok, the guy says my brother just came out as gay and is marrying my best friend. The next day the same guy comes into the bar and orders 7 shots of whisky, whats wrong, says the barman, my son just informed me he's gay says the man. The next day the same guy walks into the bar and orders 10 shots of whisky, does anyone in your family like women asked the barman. Apparently my wife does said the guy
Oh btw, have one yourself "
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"I don't like Xmas cause its too much commercial and fake feelings! People is gone way too crazy about presents and forget meaning of Xmas! And those fb post of omg look what I got makes me sick!
I will totally alone these Christmas and Im looking forward to it! "
Yes, this is what I hate about Christmas. Now, what me and my siblings do is instead of buying each other presents we put money together and then donate it all to a charity of our choosing which we find is in line with the true meaning of Christmas, goodwill to others, especially those less well off. I just hate the whole consumer aspect and fakeness and artificiality.
It also does start way too early. Getting ridiculous now. |
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"It starts to bloody early !!!!! .. used to love christmas when the lights were lit 2 weeks before not 2 months "
Aye exactly and then when you start hearing Christmas music in shopping centres in October. Bloody ridiculous. |
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By *itreMan
over a year ago
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I'm a Grinch, and make no apology for it, goes back to childhood I guess, I just let it pass. Usually go away for the week, but not this year. It will pass, but make no mistake it can be an extremely lonely time for people on their own. |
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"I'm a Grinch, and make no apology for it, goes back to childhood I guess, I just let it pass. Usually go away for the week, but not this year. It will pass, but make no mistake it can be an extremely lonely time for people on their own."
Hmmmm, yes that is true. There are some people who have no family or friends for varying reasons. I'm sure it can be very lonely for them.  |
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"I'm a Grinch, and make no apology for it, goes back to childhood I guess, I just let it pass. Usually go away for the week, but not this year. It will pass, but make no mistake it can be an extremely lonely time for people on their own.
Hmmmm, yes that is true. There are some people who have no family or friends for varying reasons. I'm sure it can be very lonely for them. "
I'll be spending Christmas on my own again this year and I love it. Nice relaxing day with noone to bother me. I appreciate not everyone is as comfortable being on their own, but there's plenty of things to go volunteer at or get involved in if you crave company. |
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I am no grinch I love Christmas.But I really dislike how people have made it into a buying frenzy. They've lost the true meaning of Christmas. Sharing love and being nice.And not only at Christmas.
It's all about buying things. New phone. New clothes. |
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"I am no grinch I love Christmas.But I really dislike how people have made it into a buying frenzy. They've lost the true meaning of Christmas. Sharing love and being nice.And not only at Christmas.
It's all about buying things. New phone. New clothes. "
Love this Donna. .... just like the real grinch it takes a lone girl to teach the grumpy grinch Christmas is not about presents it's about people you love. Now grinches put the gifts back and make the townsfolk smile |
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"Who’s on for just going away somewhere - get away from all the hassle / pressure and cost of it
AND JUST SPEND ALL THE MONEY ON YOURSELF
Sounds like a plan. My family and I booked into a rented manor with indoor swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. "
Can i come just up my street lol |
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"Reasons to hate Xmas?
Hmmm,let me see ?
People
Cost
D*unk people
Happy people(pretending to be)
Happy people(not pretending,proper psychos)
Kids
People with kid
Kids with kids
Television
Facebook
People on television
Turkey (yuk)
Mince pies (double yuk)
Xmas cake (yuk yuk yuk)
Blah blah blah
To add to the list. Christmas shopping and crowds. Does my f**king head in. People just get in my way in every shop or stand chatting to someone else on front of the section I am trying to get at. But then I hate shopping in general. I try to do all of mine online and have it delivered to my front door. So much less stress and hassle.
I also hate Christmas music, especially when it starts playing two months beforehand.
And yeah I also hate people pretending to be happy.
People talk about how we should be nice because it's Christmas.
Ummmmm no. If I think someone is a c**t then that person is a c**t and shall remain so in my eyes, Christmas or not. No pretence here. Lol "
This is so funny to read back thanks for making me laugh |
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"Who’s on for just going away somewhere - get away from all the hassle / pressure and cost of it
AND JUST SPEND ALL THE MONEY ON YOURSELF
Sounds like a plan. My family and I booked into a rented manor with indoor swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi.
Can i come just up my street lol"
Haha, well the thing is I have stayed in this manor before and I think it would actually be ideal for a swingers weekend. Will maybe look into it at a future stage if there were enough people interested. |
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"Reasons to hate Xmas?
Hmmm,let me see ?
People
Cost
D*unk people
Happy people(pretending to be)
Happy people(not pretending,proper psychos)
Kids
People with kid
Kids with kids
Television
Facebook
People on television
Turkey (yuk)
Mince pies (double yuk)
Xmas cake (yuk yuk yuk)
Blah blah blah
To add to the list. Christmas shopping and crowds. Does my f**king head in. People just get in my way in every shop or stand chatting to someone else on front of the section I am trying to get at. But then I hate shopping in general. I try to do all of mine online and have it delivered to my front door. So much less stress and hassle.
I also hate Christmas music, especially when it starts playing two months beforehand.
And yeah I also hate people pretending to be happy.
People talk about how we should be nice because it's Christmas.
Ummmmm no. If I think someone is a c**t then that person is a c**t and shall remain so in my eyes, Christmas or not. No pretence here. Lol
This is so funny to read back thanks for making me laugh "
Glad we can see the funny side. See, everyone? Even Grinches have a sense of humour.  |
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I like the dinner, and the time off to catch up with people.
I hate the bullshit concept of Christmas.
I hate the 2 month build up to it.
I hate most of the stupid repetitive music, year after year, everywhere ya go, for weeks. (There are odd songs i can accept)
I hate any holiday that pressures people into buying gifts. I'm not scabby, I love getting people gifts, just I prefer to do it when I see stuff I know they would like or I think about the person rather than "I got you this because I had to".
I hate the fake cheer and joy which for people who are struggling or vulnerable can amplify their problems, not distract from them.
I do commend the people who embrace the idea of "Christmas spirit" and help those in need, be homeless, sick elderly or just less well off people, but again we shouldn't need an superficial reason to do that either.
At the same time have a good one everybody |
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