Come to My virtual house for christmas!

marmitelover2000
marmitelover2000 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Empowering

Hi!

My name is Emma. Due to family issues, this year ill be alone at Christmas.

Christmas can be a very lonely and isolating time if you don't have a family or a place to come home. Why not join me here for my "virtual Christmas"

Anyone can join me, we stay just in this chat. People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome !

routine is as follows:

Christmas eve (24 Dec) πŸŽ„

Welcome to My imaginary Home! As you walk in out of the raging snowstorm into my log cabin , you can hear the crackling from the warm log fire and smell the smell of cinnamon, spices and evergreen trees.

There is a warm light and plenty of comfortable places to sit. The tree has been decorated but I saved you a spot for a decoration of your choice.

So I welcome you with a warm smile as Christmas eve begins.

1900: Wash- Maybe take shower, maybe just wash your hands. Getting squeaky clean ready for pyjamas. I'll be putting on my Christmas jumper and some comfortable pyjama bottoms. Try to wear something comfy- even if its a just clean pair of socks.

1930: This is the time to prepare something nice. My family would typical have pizza. I'm tube fed so I'll be treating myself to a lollipop and a hot water bottle. Whether it's a cup of hot chocolate or a whole roast turkey- something to enjoy whilst watching the movie.

2000: The movie. My family watches Polar express. you can watch whatever is available. I tend to make comments whilst watching the movie so I'll be doing just that here. 2000 start on the dot if you want to be annoyed by my commentary.

Christmas dayπŸŽ…:

10.00-12.00: Gift Exchange- This is where we can discuss gifts we revived, gifts we gave or even gifts we wish that we gave or received. Its not a competition. But if it was- I already won with the squishy poo I got my grandma. πŸ’©

13.00-14.00: Christmas dinner. Christmas dinner isn't just about food. It can be if you want it to. Here we can tell Christmas cracker jokes and and have general chats about anything you like. We are all sat around the table, with each other. Christmas dinner will end at 1400.

1500- Kings speech. Love it or hate it- its a tradition.

1530- dessert. You listened to the kings speech so you deserve to break out the Christmas pudding. I'll be lighting a Christmas candle in its place. Let me know. What do you put on your pudding?

1600 onwards we will play it by ear x

I look forward to seeing you there ❀️

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Comments

  • Rosie_Scope
    Rosie_Scope Posts: 7,610 Scope Online Community Coordinator

    What a brilliant idea @marmitelover2000! Hope some of the other members can join in. Have a lovely day ☺️

  • SmellyBin
    SmellyBin Online Community Member Posts: 282 Empowering

    What a lovely imaginary home! I like it that we can also have imaginary weather with that :)

    We'll see, I might pop in for a chat… if not, I hope everyone has a lovely time at your imaginary Xmas party!

  • marmitelover2000
    marmitelover2000 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Empowering
  • Mary_Scope
    Mary_Scope Posts: 3,562 Scope Online Community Children and Family Specialists

    What a great idea @marmitelover2000!! Looks very cosy and warm

  • sarah_lea12
    sarah_lea12 Online Community Member Posts: 440 Empowering

    Here is a yule log for the table .

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  • sarah_lea12
    sarah_lea12 Online Community Member Posts: 440 Empowering

    You hear a knock at the door , and when you open it you hear a beautiful Victorian group of carol singers .

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  • Yani09
    Yani09 Online Community Member Posts: 61 Contributor

    Just dropping by to Wish you all a merry Christmas. Enjoy. πŸ₯°

  • StarryEyed
    StarryEyed Online Community Member Posts: 729 Pioneering

    Hi all. Emma, what a delightful idea! I've been watching Polar Express the last couple of nights. It's also one of my favourite Christmas movies. I've got 15 min left, so I'll watch it with you when you start. I'm going to watch Jim Carrey's Grinch now, then pause for Polar Express at 8. I'm intolerant to most foods due to peripheral neuropathy, so I'll love sharing all this virtual movie food that I prepared for your Christmas movie party. Thank you so much for the invitation!! Huge Christmas hugs to you and all other Scope members (including staff, of course)!!! πŸŽ„πŸ’πŸ•ŠοΈ

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  • Yani09
    Yani09 Online Community Member Posts: 61 Contributor

    Delicious…. Thank you. Hope the movie is going well.

  • Yani09
    Yani09 Online Community Member Posts: 61 Contributor

    Contemplating having a slice of panettone.. or a mince pie.. πŸ₯§

  • WhatThe
    WhatThe Online Community Member, Scope Member Posts: 5,047 Championing
    edited December 2025

    Pink and white liquorice yes! I should eat some fruit first πŸ“ yum. I'd better try those goldie chocolates too..

  • marmitelover2000
    marmitelover2000 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Empowering

    Looks AMAZING!!!!

    I have a nice Cherry lollipop and I'm all cozy in my Pyjamas.

    Is anyone watching any movies?

    I was gonna watch the polar express but I've ended up watching spongebob instead πŸ˜‚

  • marmitelover2000
    marmitelover2000 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Empowering

    Yummy!

    we could watch the grinch. I don't mind. I can't find somewhere that streams the polar express without a paygate x

    Jim carry is the best grinch ever :)

  • marmitelover2000
    marmitelover2000 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Empowering
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    Teddy is all dressed up :)

  • StarryEyed
    StarryEyed Online Community Member Posts: 729 Pioneering

    Hi Emma. Teddy is adorable πŸ₯°. I finished Polar Express and almost finished The Grinch. Just 15 min left but I'm wiped so going to bed now. What did you watch?

    Here is a really fun Christmas song to tuck you in - Justin Bieber singing Drummer Boy. I love this version! I hope this isn't too uncool for you 😊

    I'll pop in to see you tomorrow morning. I hope you're okay. Big Christmas hugs heading your way. Good night. βœ¨πŸ€—βœ¨

  • WhatThe
    WhatThe Online Community Member, Scope Member Posts: 5,047 Championing

    Someone's made an effort, very smart Ted.

  • marmitelover2000
    marmitelover2000 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Empowering

    Thanks :)

    I took your advice and decided to watch the Grinch. I'm around half way through. I think I'll go to bed and leave it on in the background.

    I listened to the song. Its a nice version - I never heard it before so added it to my playlist.

    See you all tomorrow :) And merry Christmas for those having a busy day!

  • StarryEyed
    StarryEyed Online Community Member Posts: 729 Pioneering

    Merry Christmas Emma πŸ’«πŸŽ„βœ¨πŸ•ŠοΈβœ¨

    Just getting up. I slept tons and very well. I'll be going out for Christmas lunch with family today. How are you doing this morning?

  • marmitelover2000
    marmitelover2000 Online Community Member Posts: 49 Empowering

    Merry Chritmas!

    Its great you slept well :) Enjoy lunch with your family! You'll have to remember the cracker jokes for us πŸ˜‚

    I'm doing okay. My Grandma opened her presents on videocall. She got a squishy stress poo, a little gem mining kit (for her to use whilst watching opal miners), some telescopic back scratchers (mobility aid) and some prescription chocolate.

    She got me lots of stickers that I can put places, a scout uniform for teddy and some rope to make bracelets. she is really thoughtful.

    My temperature went up (like normal, not contagious) so I will have a snooze and allow it to come down- then maybe call her again and play with the rope to make some bracelets.

    I hope you have an excellent time with your family with lots of happiness and laughter!

  • Biblioklept
    Biblioklept Online Community Member Posts: 578 Trailblazing

    Hi @marmitelover2000!! This is the best invitation I’ve had in a long time ❀️

    I didn’t spot the invite til now but I had pizza yesterday on Christmas eve so it’s like I was with you anyway!!

    Squishy poo sounds like an amazing gift!! I love squashies and that’s definitely my sense of humour haha

    Has your temperature returned to normal??
    Merry Christmas to you ❀️