This season isn’t always happy. Some tips about how to deal with the down times. You never have to be alone. Come by Google+, maybe hang out; Facebook, and Twitter (@XmasStocking). Thank you so much to Paul, who gave to the show at www.MyChristmasStocking.net/Contribute. It’s easier than ever to call the Christmas Stocking. Go to MyChristmasStocking.net and either click “Call Me” or dial 323-487-12-25! Talk about your favorite memory of your kids’ Christmas, your own favorite childhood Christmas memory, or simply wish someone Merry Christmas! At select times throughout the season, I’ll be on the other end answering live. Watch Twitter for more.

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Featured music:

“Try to Have a Merry Christmas” by Elizabeth Chan (@lizchanmusic on Twitter) from “Everyday Holidays”

“Christmas in the City” by Elizabeth Chan from “Christmas in the City”

Background music:

“Deck the Halls with We Wish You a Merry Christmas” by Doug Boldt (from Mevio.com)

“Christmas Bells” by Philip Gardner (from MacJams.com)

“We Wish You A Merry Christmas” by Mano Reza from “Guitar for Christmas” (from Soundclick.com)

More information:

Get the tips from the Mayo Clinic and UC Davis. Also WebMD has a large section full of resources.

USA Today discusses Blue Christmas services.