Some years I get creative if I'm alone, some years I just don't care. Here is what I am happy about. When I had family holidays I always invited others who I knew would be otherwise alone. This was a tradition I learned from my mother. We had a very large family, but I would always notice that my mother set out a few extra place settings. These were for the "extras" my mother invited...the new couple in town...friends without family...solo relatives...the parish priest, even! I followed the tradition. I am happy I did this because having now spent several holidays alone...I wouldn't wish it on a dog! It's just...unnatural...to be alone on the holidays. Yes, if you're creative there is always someplace to volunteer...the local hospital or homeless shelter. I've done both. This year I am cooking a full course meal...even if only for one...then going out to a horse farm to see some Arabian horse friends...and then maybe on to the movies. I guess this year's a creative year. I also want it to be my last Thanksgiving alone...ever. I'm done with the solitary holiday whine. Forever.