#1. The "lodger" needs to spend Christmas with his own family.

#2. Christmas is 2 fucking monthes away, so I think she's just trying to be a pain in the ass making plans so soon.

#3. Christmas is on the weekend this year, so it possible they will be with you on Christmas morning, anyway?

#4. If it weren't for the fact that your kids would be there, I'd say take a female friend with you! And say, "Oh, there's nothing going on between us...." Give her a taste of her own medicine. Unfortunately, this would probably confuse your children too much.

#5. Even though it's been 2 years, it seems like the wound is still pretty raw. (I can see the blood seeping through the bandage!) Chin up, Res, it will get better! You're kids will get older and start to understand things more. Besides that, we love you!!!