Hello & Welcome, Robyntw!
Oh, the holidays... Many people here commiserate with you.

In the meantime, enjoy these PsychCentral articles on this timely subject:
8 Ways to Keep Your Sanity During the Holidays By Therese J. Borchard
Coping with the Holidays Guide PC Special Report (links)
Holiday Stress: A Resourceful Survivor’s Guide By Sherrie Mcgregor, Ph.D.
Coping with Thanksgiving PC Special Report (links)
Alone During the Holidays? Join the Crowd By Laurie Stoneham
Holiday Traditions By Marie Hartwell-Walker, Ed.D.
Family Stress at the Holidays, Part 1 By Erika Krull, MS, LMHP
Family Stress at the Holidays, Part 2 By Erika Krull, MS, LMHP
Depression At The Holidays By Erika Krull, MS, LMHP
Coping with the Festive Season: Tips from Clients (Part 1) By Gabrielle Gawne-Kelnar
Coping with the Festive Season: Tips from Clients (Part 2) By Gabrielle Gawne-Kelnar
Holiday Stress Survival Tips By Christy Matta, MA
How to Survive the Stress of Fall and Winter Holidays By Christy Matta, MA
4 Steps to Decrease Emotional Vulnerability at the Holidays By Christy Matta, MA
7 Tips to Smooth Over Your Holiday Stress By John M Grohol PsyD
8 Ways to Take the Joy Out of the Holidays By Marie Hartwell-Walker, Ed.D.
4 Holiday Health Strategies: How to Maintain Your Well-Being During the Holiday Season By Christy Matta, MA
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mastered the "fetch" command. He would communicate he wanted something, and I would fetch it.