Haha... ouch!
I'm fortunately spoiled for the most part by my parents to this day, particularly my Mom, so I've never had any sort of disappointments with Christmas. I love the season even more, though, since I've been able to give people things too. (Actually, I don't usually buy things, I just cook for people, apparently I'm really good at it)
So thanks a bunch Escapist, for dedicating an issue to the holiday season, and putting me in the Christmas spirit, after what was essentially a rather depressing week of news.
Peppermint martinis and hot cocoa for everyone!